Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 21, 2017
A group of 116 tech executives recently penned an open letter urging the UN to double its efforts protecting against autonomous weapons, which some have called 'killer robots.
Elie
AUGUST 22, 2017
SHA-1 is a widely used 1995 NIST cryptographic hash function standard that was officially deprecated by NIST in 2011 due to fundamental security weaknesses demonstrated in various analyses and theoretical attacks. Despite its deprecation, SHA-1 remains widely used in 2017 for document and TLS certificate signatures, and also in many software such as the GIT versioning system for integrity and backup purposes.
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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law
AUGUST 23, 2017
In our monthly GDPR Updates we discuss various key issues of the General Data Protection Regulation, (EU) 2016/679 (the GDPR), […].
NopSec
AUGUST 21, 2017
The first traditional deadline is coming to a close this month for compliance with the NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulations. Please note that situations vary from one organization to another and I urge you to consult an NY DFS expert to help you get the right information for your team and determine which requirements apply exactly to you. For example, the initial 30 day period for filing Notices of Exemption under 23 NYCRR 500.19(e) ends on August 28, 2017.
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How many people would you trust with your house keys? Chances are, you have a handful of trusted friends and family members who have an emergency copy, but you definitely wouldn’t hand those out too freely. You have stuff that’s worth protecting—and the more people that have access to your belongings, the higher the odds that something will go missing.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 24, 2017
A new report from Malwarebytes reveals Android ransomware rose 137.8% from Q1 to Q2 2017, and macOS malware is at its highest levels ever. Here are the threats the two platforms face.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 22, 2017
Anthony Grieco, senior director and trust strategy officer at Cisco's Security and Trust Organization, explains how companies can improve cybersecurity with these easy tips.
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Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 21, 2017
Employees are a company's weakest security link. Here's why running internal phishing attacks can strengthen your cybersecurity posture.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 23, 2017
Only 14% of government organizations consider themselves to be well-protected against cyber threats, according to a report from Netwrix. Here's why.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 22, 2017
IBM Security recently announced new testing focused on cars security and IoT. The services will focus on backend processes, apps, and physical hardware used to control smart systems.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 21, 2017
Steve Martino, VP and CISO at Cisco Systems explains why cybersecurity needs to be a core component of every organization, and how to create an effective cybersecurity culture in the office.
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In a recent study, IDC found that 64% of organizations said they were already using open source in software development with a further 25% planning to in the next year. Most organizations are unaware of just how much open-source code is used and underestimate their dependency on it. As enterprises grow the use of open-source software, they face a new challenge: understanding the scope of open-source software that's being used throughout the organization and the corresponding exposure.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 21, 2017
New research from IBM determined where, when, and how spammers are most likely to hit your company.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 21, 2017
Anthony Grieco, Senior Director and Trust Strategy Officer at Cisco's Security ant Trust Organization shares two simple things every company should do to improve cybersecurity
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 22, 2017
IBM is partnering with food suppliers including Dole, Nestlé, and Walmart to better regulate food safety using blockchain.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 21, 2017
VP and CISO at Cisco Systems Steven Martino gives advice on how companies can build their security programs for the long-term.
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The healthcare industry has massively adopted web tracking tools, including pixels and trackers. Tracking tools on user-authenticated and unauthenticated web pages can access personal health information (PHI) such as IP addresses, medical record numbers, home and email addresses, appointment dates, or other info provided by users on pages and thus can violate HIPAA Rules that govern the Use of Online Tracking Technologies by HIPAA Covered Entities and Business Associates.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 23, 2017
Global head of IBM X-Force Red Charles Henderson shares how IBM plans to improve security in connected cars.
Privacy and Cybersecurity Law
AUGUST 23, 2017
In our monthly GDPR Updates we discuss various key issues of the General Data Protection Regulation, (EU) 2016/679 (the GDPR ), which applies from 25 May 2018. With the introduction of the GDPR, the existing Directive 95/46/EC and its implementation in the local laws of the various EU Member States will be repealed. The GDPR will bring significant and substantial changes with respect to the processing of personal data.
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