Hunton Privacy

JANUARY 26, 2022

On November 14, 2021, the Cyberspace Administration of China (“CAC”) released for public comment its draft Regulations on Network Data Security Management (the “Draft Regulations”). The Draft Regulations also will require the data handler to report a data breach to the Public Security Bureau if the breach involves a suspected crime.

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Data Matters

JANUARY 14, 2019

On December 19, 2018, Ohio adopted the National Association of Insurance Commissioners’ (NAIC) Insurance Data Security Model Law. The Act is designed to “establish standards for data security and for the investigation and notification to the Superintendent of Insurance of a cybersecurity event.”. 11 to the Ohio Revised Code.

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Data Matters

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

On December 28, 2018, Michigan adopted the National Association of Insurance Commissioners’ (NAIC) Insurance Data Security Model Law in the form of Michigan H.B. The Act does not, of course, supersede federal privacy or data security laws, such as HIPAA. 6491 (Act). MCL § 500.550. MCL § 500.560(6).

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IBM Big Data Hub

JANUARY 22, 2024

The good news is that in the event of a ransomware attack, there are basic steps any organization can follow to help contain the attack, protect sensitive information, and ensure business continuity by minimizing downtime. Notify the security team Once you’ve disconnected the affected systems, notify your IT security team of the attack.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 12, 2018

alongside Tony Sager , senior vice president and chief evangelist at the Center for Internet Security and a former bug hunter at the U.S. National Security Agency. Tony Sager, senior vice president and chief evangelist at the Center for Internet Security. TS: Like a lot of things in security, the economics always win.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

Network security creates shielded, monitored, and secure communications between users and assets. Securing the expanding, sprawling, and sometimes conflicting collection of technologies that make up network security provides constant challenges for security professionals.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) strongly advised public companies to improve their cybersecurity. While the new security proposals have not yet become law, cybersecurity managers can begin to prepare metrics and audits that will not only help comply with those laws, but can also help create positive change now.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 9, 2019

“We could definitely have been better prepared, and it’s totally unacceptable,” Luchansky told customers. Because of the quick reaction we had, we were able to contain the encryption part” to roughly 50 percent of customer systems, he said. “I take full responsibility for this.

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Schneier on Security

JUNE 6, 2023

I didn’t know either of them, but I have been writing about cryptography, security, and privacy for decades. It definitely had an effect on me. Chatting with Snowden on an encrypted IM connection, I joked that the NSA cafeteria menu probably has code names for menu items. I started doubting my own security procedures.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Now for the big challenge - security. The "s" in IoT is for Security Ok, so the joke is a stupid oldie, but a hard truth lies within it: there have been some shocking instances of security lapses in IoT devices. But there are also some quick wins, especially in the realm of "using your common sense". Let's dive into it.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Multi-tenant cloud environments can present greater security challenges than dedicated private cloud environments, and as with all cloud models, the customer is responsible for a good portion of that security. We’ll take a look at the risks and controls needed to secure multi-tenant cloud environments.

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Hunton Privacy

MARCH 23, 2018

The law will take effect on July 1, 2018, and includes several key provisions: Definitions of Personal Information and Protected Information. Notably, the definition of “protected information” does not include a person’s name. Content and Method of Notice. Notice to the Attorney General. Notice to the Consumer Reporting Agencies.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 21, 2018

So, what should your organization be doing to secure containers and protect data in the “Age of GDPR?”. She also noted some of the technical measures outlined within the GDPR, including its references to encryption and pseudonymisation to protect personal data. Encrypting or pseudonymization of sensitive data.

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Hunton Privacy

APRIL 25, 2016

On April 13, 2016, Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts signed into law LB 835 (the “Bill”), which among other things, adds a regulator notification requirement and broadens the definition of “personal information” in the state’s data breach notification statute, Neb. Stat. §§ 87-802 to 87-804. The amendments take effect on July 20, 2016.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

As ransomware threats loom, we look at where backups fall short, and what to keep in mind to optimize network and data security. For ransomware attacks where network data gets encrypted , backups are the definitive method for restoring network infrastructure. Beyond Encryption: Exfiltration and Extortion.

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Data Matters

MARCH 12, 2019

Over the last few years, States have enacted increasingly aggressive legislation concerning data privacy and security, raising concerns that companies will be subject to a patchwork of different standards. Aligning the Safeguards Rule with State Regimes.

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Data Protection Report

JANUARY 16, 2020

Data processors would be held directly accountable for data retention and security, equal obligations would be imposed on data processors and they would be required to notify the Commissioner and the data user upon becoming aware of a data breach. Amendment to the definition of personal data.

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IT Governance

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Even though all merchants and service providers that store, process or transmit cardholder data are required to comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard ( PCI DSS ), many do not. Many merchants lack a definition of the scope of the payment environment for PCI certification. Logging and auditing system.

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IBM Big Data Hub

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The only processing operations exempt from the GDPR are national security and law enforcement activities and purely personal uses of data. Each EEA state sets its own definition of “child” under the GDPR. Companies must be prepared to comply with these varying definitions.

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Data Protection Report

JANUARY 16, 2020

Data processors would be held directly accountable for data retention and security, equal obligations would be imposed on data processors and they would be required to notify the Commissioner and the data user upon becoming aware of a data breach. Amendment to the definition of personal data.

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Hunton Privacy

MAY 3, 2016

The amendments to PIPA include: introduction of notification requirements for third party transfers; additional security measures for personal information; government authorization for processing of resident registration numbers (“RRNs”); introduction of civil and punitive damages; and. encryption of RRNs.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

Whether you’re operating a global enterprise network or a small family business, your network’s security needs to be optimized with tools, teams, and processes to protect customer data and valuable business assets. Also read: What is Network Security?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 27, 2021

Data Privacy Day: Looking Back on the Privacy Events of 2020. This message gives consumers and organizations alike an opportunity to look back on the events that shaped privacy in 2020 with an eye towards the future. The events of 2020 will no doubt shape privacy for the months and years to come. Thu, 01/28/2021 - 06:42.

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HL Chronicle of Data Protection

JUNE 17, 2019

Hong Kong’s past reforms to the PDPO have been “event driven”, the best example being the Octopus Rewards case in 2010, which led to extensive reforms to Hong Kong’s direct marketing controls. DPP 4 Analysis: Data Security. The Incident.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Cloud security protects your critical information from unwanted access and potential threats through sophisticated procedures. Prioritizing cloud security helps guarantee that you have a safe, reliable resource for your data in today’s linked world. Also read: What is Secure Remote Access?

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DLA Piper Privacy Matters

OCTOBER 20, 2017

This is something that will be a cause of concern for breach reporting / security, as much as any compromise (unauthorised exfiltration / deletion / alteration) of the data itself. A fairly broad definition is adopted in respect of a decision that has a significant effect on a data subject. This is a helpful clarification.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Network security protects and monitors the links and the communications within the network using a combination of hardware, software, and enforced policies. Networks and network security comes in a wide range of complexity to fit the wide range of needs. For a more general overview consider reading: What is Network Security?

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Organizations have a variety of options for cloud deployments, each with its own set of capabilities and security challenges. The responsibility for protecting these cloud resources is shared, with the cloud provider responsible for infrastructure security and customers responsible for access, application security, and data management.

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HL Chronicle of Data Protection

MARCH 14, 2019

The proposed changes to the Safeguards Rule add a number of more detailed security requirements, whereas the proposed changes to the Privacy Rule are more focused on technical changes to align the Rule with changes in law over the past decade. It includes general, high level elements of a security program, but lacks detailed security steps.

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Data Matters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

businesses and mitigate any potential national security concerns. – Encryption Commodities, Software, and Technology: authorizes exports of specified commercial commodities, software, and technology subject to encryption controls. The Final Rule Ties the Filing Requirements for Investments in U.S. export licenses).

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Everteam

APRIL 4, 2019

.” Superposition is essentially the ability of a quantum system to be in multiple states at the same time, a Qubit can be in any proportion of both states at once and you can’t predict which one will be, but the minute you measure it, it collapses into one of the definite states. Major Quantum Changes. Artificial Intelligence.

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ForAllSecure

DECEMBER 2, 2021

And my background is pretty straightforward with cyber security for the past 16 years on many different levels. Vamosi: At SecTor, an annual security conference in Toronto, Paua gave not one but two talks this year. What would be valuable from their perspective to encrypt and then ask for the ransom.

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Hunton Privacy

MARCH 13, 2015

On March 4, 2015, the House of Representatives of Washington passed a bill ( HB 1078 ), which would amend the state’s breach notification law to require notification to the state Attorney General in the event of a breach and impose a 45-day timing requirement for notification provided to affected residents and the state regulator.

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Hunton Privacy

APRIL 20, 2009

Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) issued proposed information security guidance, as required by the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (the “HITECH Act”) passed as part of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 on February 17. On April 17, the U.S.

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OneHub

DECEMBER 21, 2018

In an ever-changing online world, data security is of the utmost importance. It’s important to note that data rooms shouldn’t be confused with general secure file sharing scenarios. VDRs allow your company to operate more efficiently and more securely. Worse yet, a security breach could have huge, legal consequences.

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DLA Piper Privacy Matters

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

In order to celebrate such event, but to also discuss the impact of such new provisions on companies operating in Italy, we arranged an Innovation MeetUp on the 13th of September 2018 at our Milan office whose details are available HERE. Participate to our event of the 13th of Septembre 2018 whose details are available HERE.

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DLA Piper Privacy Matters

AUGUST 23, 2021

Definition of Personal information and Sensitive Personal information “Personal information” means any kind of information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, either electronically or otherwise recorded, but excluding information that has been de-identified or anonymised.

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