IT Governance

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

At the end of each month, these incidents – and any others that we find – will be used to inform our monthly analysis of data breaches and cyber attacks. On 2 September, it confirmed that an unauthorised party had accessed or removed some of its files, some of which contained confidential patient information.

Data Privacy 97

Data Privacy Privacy Libraries Security 97

Security Affairs

AUGUST 19, 2019

A study conducted by researchers at Cyjax revealed that organizations expose sensitive data via sandboxes used for malware analysis. Experts at the threat intelligence firm Cyjax analyzed file uploaded by organizations via malware analysis sandboxes and discovered that they were exposing sensitive data. Pierluigi Paganini.

Military 79

Military Insurance Education Phishing 79

Krebs on Security

JULY 21, 2023

The next time you receive a breach notification letter that invariably says a company you trusted places a top priority on customer security and privacy, consider this: Only four of the Fortune 100 companies currently list a security professional in the executive leadership pages of their websites.

Security 209

Security Risk Insurance Cybersecurity 209

AIIM

MARCH 26, 2018

This is the ninth post in a series on privacy by Andrew Pery. Mitigate Data Privacy and Security Risks with Machine Learning. The Privacy and Security Dichotomy. Privacy by Design: The Intersection of Law and Technology. Privacy by Design: The Intersection of Law and Technology.

GDPR 92

GDPR Data Privacy Privacy Compliance 92

IT Governance

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

At the end of each month, these incidents – and any others that we find – will be used to inform our monthly analysis of data breaches and cyber attacks. The post The Week in Cyber Security and Data Privacy: 13 – 19 November 2023 appeared first on IT Governance UK Blog. That’s it for this week’s round-up.

Data Privacy 52

Data Privacy Privacy Data breaches Security 52

IT Governance

OCTOBER 31, 2023

At the end of each month, these incidents – and any others that we find – will be used to inform our monthly analysis of data breaches and cyber attacks. Incident details: A security vulnerability in a third party left personal data exposed of thousands of motorists who had their vehicle towed on behalf of the An Garda Síochána.

Data Privacy 52

Data Privacy Privacy Data breaches Security 52

Data Matters

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

The stolen information allegedly included names and identifying information, hashed passwords, security questions and answers, family information, Social Security numbers, lab results, health insurance information, doctor’s names, and medical conditions, among other things.

Data breaches 83

Data breaches Computer and Electronics Security Insurance 83

Data Matters

AUGUST 17, 2021

The Guidance is not intended to serve as a comprehensive framework but rather provides financial institutions with examples of effective risk management practices without endorsing any specific information security framework or standard. inventory of digital banking services and customers. identification of high-risk users.

Authentication 88

Authentication Access Risk Financial Services 88

Hunton Privacy

JUNE 17, 2019

The settlement resolves a multistate litigation arising out of a May 2015 data breach in which hackers infiltrated WebChart, a web application run by MIE, and stole the electronic Protected Health Information (“ePHI”) of over 3.9 million individuals. Notably, the lawsuit was the first-ever multistate litigation alleging claims under HIPAA.

Data breaches 58

Data breaches IT Insurance Privacy 58

Data Matters

AUGUST 27, 2020

Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”) has settled three cases related to alleged violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”), totaling $1,165,000. These settlements underscore OCR’s continued focus on enforcement of the HIPAA Security Rule.

Compliance 68

Compliance Security Risk Encryption 68

Hunton Privacy

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

On November 22, 2016, the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) announced a $650,000 settlement with University of Massachusetts Amherst (“UMass”), resulting from alleged violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) Privacy and Security Rules. .

Computer and Electronics 40

Computer and Electronics Insurance Privacy Risk 40

Hunton Privacy

JANUARY 25, 2017

Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”) entered into a resolution agreement with MAPFRE Life Insurance Company of Puerto Rico (“MAPFRE”) relating to a breach of protected health information (“PHI”) contained on a portable storage device. On January 18, 2017, the U.S.

Security awareness 40

Security awareness Insurance Risk Compliance 40

Hunton Privacy

OCTOBER 22, 2018

That breach, affecting approximately 79 million individuals, was the largest breach of protected health information (“PHI”) in history. Three years ago, in February 2015, OCR opened a compliance review of Anthem, the nation’s second largest health insurer, following media reports that Anthem had suffered a significant cyberattack.

Computer and Electronics 63

Computer and Electronics Passwords Data breaches Compliance 63

Hunton Privacy

DECEMBER 3, 2015

Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) announced that Triple-S Management Corporation (“Triple-S”), an insurance holding company based in San Juan, Puerto Rico, agreed on behalf of certain of its subsidiaries to settle potential violations of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules with HHS’s Office for Civil Rights (“OCR”).

Compliance 40

Compliance Insurance Privacy Risk 40

HL Chronicle of Data Protection

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Regulators, industry experts, and researchers provided insight into health privacy and security enforcement trends, emerging threats, and new tools at a recent conference focused on the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA) regulatory framework. NIST Privacy Framework. million settlement in 2018.

Risk 40

Risk Compliance Privacy Phishing 40

Hunton Privacy

FEBRUARY 4, 2009

A recent federal court decision offers a detailed analysis of several theories of liability for violations of a privacy policy. During her visit, she provided Jackson Hewitt with confidential information such as her Social Security number, date of birth and driver’s license number. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc.,

Privacy 40

Privacy Insurance Risk Access 40

Hunton Privacy

MARCH 22, 2016

On March 16, 2016, and March 17, 2016, respectively, the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) announced resolution agreements with North Memorial Health Care of Minnesota (“North Memorial”) and The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research (“Feinstein Institute”) over potential violations of the HIPAA Privacy Rule. North Memorial.

Computer and Electronics 40

Computer and Electronics Risk Passwords Privacy 40

Hunton Privacy

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

Almost half of the broker-dealers (47%) reportedly participate in information sharing organizations such as the Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Center. A majority of examined firms broker-dealers (93%) and advisers (79%) reported that they conduct cybersecurity risk assessments on periodic basis.

Cybersecurity 40

Cybersecurity Insurance Financial Services Risk 40

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 21, 2021

Data privacy regulations like the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) can be hard to navigate for businesses of any size, but GRC tools can simplify and streamline compliance with all of the requirements. Privacy governance and management. Riskonnect. Back to top.

Compliance 67

Compliance Risk Government Retail 67

IGI

MAY 1, 2018

The experience of Ameritas Life Insurance Corp., The insurance company was already reviewing its information governance processes before New York Department of Financial Services introduced new regulatory standards in March 2017. IG is – or should be – firmly rooted in practical, results-oriented strategy and tactics.

Information governance 20

Information governance Government Records Management Insurance 20

Data Matters

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

The FCA has provided new guidance for PIs and EMIs using the “insurance or comparable guarantee” method of safeguarding. This includes a requirement that the insurance policy or comparable guarantee must pay out for the full amount of any claim regardless of how the relevant insolvency event occurs (including if the firm is at fault).

Authentication 68

Authentication Paper Risk Insurance 68

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 21, 2021

Data privacy regulations like the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) can be hard to navigate for businesses of any size, but GRC tools can simplify and streamline compliance with all of the requirements. Privacy governance and management. Riskonnect. Back to top.

Compliance 57

Compliance Risk Government Retail 57

Data Protection Report

JANUARY 29, 2018

In addition, the bill authorizes the state Attorney General to impose a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per day per violation and to recover attorneys’ fees and costs associated with an action brought against the information holder. under HIPAA).

Data breaches 40

Data breaches Insurance Personal data Encryption 40

Data Matters

APRIL 23, 2018

Information security is not yet a science; outside of the handful of issues falling under the field of cryptography, there is no formalized system of classification. The most prepared cybersecurity programs of today will not attempt to implement a static, “out-of-the-box” solution to cyber risk. Principle 5.

Cybersecurity 60

Cybersecurity Risk Passwords Authentication 60

Data Protection Report

JANUARY 7, 2019

Entities covered by the Regulation, which includes not only banks and insurers, but also other financial service institutions and licensees regulated by the DFS that utilize third-party service providers, will be required to implement third-party risk management programs by March 1.

Cybersecurity 40

Cybersecurity Compliance Financial Services Risk 40

Hunton Privacy

AUGUST 7, 2013

Pursuant to Section 8(d) of the Executive Order, the Departments of Commerce, Homeland Security and Treasury were required to submit reports to the President that include an analysis of the benefits and related effectiveness of incentives designed to promote companies’ participation in the Voluntary Program.

Cybersecurity 40

Cybersecurity Insurance Risk Security 40

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Perimeter security tools include: Firewalls: Filter traffic and monitor access based upon firewall rules and policies for the network, network segment, or assets protected by different types of firewalls. Limit access, secure transmissions, and protect data storage so that appropriate users can access the correct data only when needed.

Security 103

Security Cloud Cybersecurity Risk 103

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 11, 2022

Information security products , services, and professionals have never been in higher demand, making for a world of opportunities for cybersecurity startups. SECURITI’s solutions help organizations secure data while automating privacy and compliance using AI and machine learning tactics.

Cybersecurity 142

Cybersecurity Cloud Compliance Analytics 142