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Security Compliance & Data Privacy Regulations

eSecurity Planet

Regulatory compliance and data privacy issues have long been an IT security nightmare. GDPR (among other legal requirements in the EU and elsewhere) can expose multinational organizations to hefty financial penalties, additional rules for disclosing data breaches, and increased scrutiny of the adequacy of their data security.

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Kevin Mitnick, Hacker Turned Cybersecurity Leader, Dies at 59

eSecurity Planet

In a 2003 interview Mitnick claimed he never used stolen information or destroyed data during his hacks. Mitnik claimed that the government was less worried about the accuracy of the charges and more worried about making an example of Mitnik to discourage other hackers. government to track down offenders or impose punishments.

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SHARED INTEL: How digital certificates could supply secure identities for enterprise blockchains

The Last Watchdog

Evidence continues to mount that blockchain technology holds the potential to democratize commerce on a global scale, while at the same time vastly improving privacy and security in the digital age. I wrote this USA TODAY cover story in 2003 about how IBM Linux stole the city of Munich from Microsoft, ruining Steve Ballmer’s skiing holiday.

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15 Top Cybersecurity Certifications for 2022

eSecurity Planet

An IT security certification can provide a key boost for your career, but with so many different certifications available (and so many organizations more than happy to take your money for training and testing), it’s important to make sure that the time and investment are well spent. How to Choose a Security Certification.

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Top Cybersecurity Accounts to Follow on Twitter

eSecurity Planet

Here are the top Twitter accounts to follow for the latest commentary, research, and much-needed humor in the ever-evolving information security space. Security enthusiast and Linux evangelist Binni Shah consistently offers valuable tutorials, guides, and insights for the cybersecurity community. Binni Shah | @binitamshah.

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Attacks Targeting Oil and Gas Sector Renew Questions About Cybersecurity

Hunton Privacy

Federal oversight of pipeline safety and security is split respectively between the Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (“PHMSA”) and DHS’s Transportation Safety Administration (“TSA”). Pipeline security activities within TSA are led by the Pipeline Security Division.

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CyberheistNews Vol 13 #20 [Foot in the Door] The Q1 2023's Top-Clicked Phishing Scams | INFOGRAPHIC

KnowBe4

Building up your organization's human firewall by fostering a strong security culture is essential to outsmart bad actors. The Snake malware, initially known as "Uroburos" was developed in late 2003, and the first versions of the implant were completed by early 2004. Grimes , Data-Driven Defense Evangelist.