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What Is Data Loss Prevention (DLP)? Definition & Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

Blocking data access, limiting user privileges, or terminating suspicious processes are all examples of actions that can be taken to reinforce security standards and reduce the risk of data breaches or unauthorized disclosures. Detect Anomalous Activity DLP systems use AI and ML to quickly detect abnormal behavior.

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6,009,014 MovieBoxPro Accounts Breached in Another Data Scraping Incident

IT Governance

It emerged this week, according to the New York City Department of Education, that data from a further 381,000 students was also compromised in this incident. This week, it turns out at least 191 further Australian organisations, including government entities, were affected by this breach, highlighting the risks of supply chain attacks.

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What Is Encryption? Definition, How it Works, & Examples

eSecurity Planet

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requires encryption or equivalent security measures to protect private student records. In each of these cases, the cracked encryption can lead to leaked data, but the nature of the risk remains distinct.

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What Is API Security? Definition, Fundamentals, & Tips

eSecurity Planet

Additionally, as fundamental parts of this complete architecture, adherence to safe API design standards and compliance with data protection laws reinforce APIs against a variety of cyber risks. Tracking APIs helps manage potential security gaps and the risk of unauthorized entry, preventing potential points of attack.

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Spear Phishing Prevention: 10 Ways to Protect Your Organization

eSecurity Planet

contaminated attachments, links to counterfeit websites, or instructions for performing activities that could pose a security risk) is commonly included in the message. These methods can improve email security , reduce the risk of successful spear phishing attacks, and increase overall email deliverability.

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What Is a Host-Based Firewall? Definition & When to Use

eSecurity Planet

To do this, state the policy’s purpose, scope, definitions, and exceptions and change guidelines. Simulate probable security risks to determine the firewall’s responsiveness and efficacy in preventing unauthorized access. Lastly, plan the policy’s dissemination.

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The Week in Cyber Security and Data Privacy: 5 – 11 February 2024

IT Governance

Only 2 definitely haven’t had data breached. Source New Defence USA Yes 1,051 Connecticut College Source New Education USA Yes 954 American Alarm & Communications Inc. Source New Professional services USA Yes 146 Community School of Naples Source New Education USA Yes 4 Software Systems, Inc.