Hunton Privacy

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Promulgated in 2002 pursuant to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, the Safeguards Rule obligates covered financial institutions to develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive information security program that complies with the Rule’s requirements. The Final Rule also builds on the Safeguards Rule’s employee training requirements.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

These safeguards, when combined with adherence to security best practices and standards, establish a strong security architecture for public cloud environments. Data Encryption Public cloud providers implement strong encryption mechanisms to protect data at rest, and users should enable encryption for data in transit as well.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 1, 2022

While no plaintext passwords or financial data was stolen, the hack did expose answers to security questions. Experts believe Yahoo was using outdated, easy-to-crack encryption, which led to the attack. The attack is a good reminder of how critical strong encryption is in protecting your website users. Pierluigi Paganini.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Although most people think of ransomware as a dodgy application that encrypts data and holds it for ransom, the concept is much more heterogeneous than that. File encryption 2013 – 2015. It emerged in September 2013 and paved the way for hundreds of file-encrypting menaces that have splashed onto the scene ever since.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Particularly very popular is so-called brand phishing, which occurs when criminals impersonate the official website of a well-known brand of a public or private entity using a domain name, URL, logos and graphics similar to the original website: This is a real threat that can have heavy repercussions on user privacy and device security.

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Hunton Privacy

MAY 2, 2022

North Carolina’s new law, which was passed as part of the state’s 2021-2022 budget appropriations , prohibits government entities from paying a ransom to an attacker who has encrypted their IT systems and subsequently offers to decrypt that data in exchange for payment.

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IT Governance

JANUARY 16, 2023

These all present their own information security risks, but the physical threats haven’t disappeared either. In this blog, we look at seven ways you can avoid physical security threats in the workplace – whether that’s in a traditional office or a remote location. The threat can be mitigated by using privacy screen protectors.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

As the internet has enabled us to access work, data, and equipment from any location, remote access security has become increasingly crucial. Strong passwords, two-factor authentication, firewalls, encryption, and monitoring systems are just a few of the tools and procedures used to maintain security.

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Hunton Privacy

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

On October 31, 2022, the Federal Trade Commission announced a proposed settlement with education technology provider Chegg in connection with the company’s alleged poor cybersecurity practices. .

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Hunton Privacy

AUGUST 28, 2013

On August 28, 2013, on the UK Information Commissioner’s Office’s (“ICO’s”) blog, Simon Rice, Technology Group Manager for the ICO, discussed the importance of encryption as a data security measure. Selecting the Correct Encryption Method. Selecting the Correct Encryption Method. Safeguarding the Encryption Key.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2021

PrivacySavvy is a digital security company on a mission to educate internet users on issues concerning their digital lives’ privacy. During a 2021 “apps mapping project,” they discovered that travel apps are not as secured as they should for the millions of people who use them.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 11, 2023

If you have already watched them, repetition is the mother of all education. Trends in Cloud Security: Key Findings from the 2022 Cloud Security Study. Look out for even more insightful webinars we have planned for 2023 covering emerging and evolving issues around data security, trends in identity, and privacy.

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IT Governance

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

He also has an MSc in cyber security risk management. Now, Damian is our head of GRC consultancy, providing clients with pragmatic consultancy advice and support around information security, risk management and ISMSs (information security management systems). He also delivers ISO 27001 training courses.

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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. I paged through weekly reports, presentation slides from status meetings, and general briefings to educate visitors. Transferring files electronically is what encryption is for. It made sense. Probably not.

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IT Governance

OCTOBER 3, 2019

If you’re using CCTV to monitor employees, you should also explain in your privacy policy that they are being recorded. What’s the difference between a privacy policy and privacy notice? If you’re monitoring employees, you should explain the basis for processing in your privacy policy. Control who has access to CCTV.

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Hunton Privacy

JUNE 17, 2019

The 16 states alleged that MIE: failed to implement basic industry-accepted data security measures; did not have appropriate security safeguards or controls in place to prevent exploitations of vulnerabilities within its system; had an inadequate and ineffective response to the breach that violated various state breach notification laws; and.

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Security Affairs

MAY 3, 2021

A security recommendation is to use a Virtual Private Network. A VPN app is an easy-to-use solution that will encrypt information about your traffic. Hacking attempts can be prevented by beefing up network security and using the latest network security tools for identifying and stopping brute force attacks.

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Data Matters

APRIL 20, 2021

DOL guidance provides a series of questions that should serve as a starting point for this review and includes topics such as the service provider’s information security standards, track record, cybersecurity insurance coverage, and cybersecurity validation techniques.

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IBM Big Data Hub

JULY 7, 2023

Data protection and data privacy Data protection , defined as protecting important information from corruption, damage or loss, is critical because data breaches resulting from cyberattacks can include personally identifiable information (PII), health information, financial information, intellectual property and other personal data.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

As an example, we could use communications between systems that are not properly encrypted. Improper encryption. Hackers or other malicious sources can intercept poorly encrypted communications on the web. The only way to tackle this challenge is to educate the users about these threats and their potential implications.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 13, 2023

About the author: Katrina Thompson An ardent believer in personal data privacy and the technology behind it, Katrina Thompson is a freelance writer leaning into encryption, data privacy legislation and the intersection of information technology and human rights.

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IT Governance

JUNE 1, 2023

Meanwhile, you can subscribe to our Weekly Round-up to receive the latest cyber security news and advice delivered straight to your inbox. IT Governance is dedicated to helping organisations tackle the threat of cyber crime and other information security weaknesses. With that out of the way, it’s time to move on to May 2023.

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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. Encrypting critical data assets. Note that the volume of cyber guidance available is too large for one article to address all facets comprehensively.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 29, 2024

Additionally, educating stakeholders and conducting regular security testing enhance overall data protection while reducing the likelihood of breaches. Use data encryption: Encrypt data at rest and in transit to prevent unauthorized access and preserve the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information.

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Hunton Privacy

MARCH 12, 2013

In addition to the $7 million payment that will be apportioned between the various states, Google entered into an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance that acknowledges the privacy program the company is developing and requires the company to delete any previously collected Wi-Fi data.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 21, 2022

Evolving privacy regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) mean ongoing headaches for cybersecurity, compliance and risk management teams. At least 10 additional states have enacted or are considering data privacy laws. Educate employees.

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Hunton Privacy

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Jones agreed to pay a $75,000 penalty, appoint an information security manager to oversee data security, and adopt and implement a written information security policy. Pursuant to the Order, R.T. In announcing the Order, Marshall S.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Also read: Security Compliance & Data Privacy Regulations. Some of these organizations won’t even have a chief information officer (CIO) or chief information security officer (CISO) that participates in the executive suite and that would count as a participating manager. SOX: A Template of Success.

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Hunton Privacy

JANUARY 28, 2015

On January 27, 2015, the Federal Trade Commission announced the release of a report on the Internet of Things: Privacy and Security in a Connected World (the “Report”). safety risks to the individual user, such as a risk of a third party accessing a vehicle while it is being driven and altering the braking system.

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DLA Piper Privacy Matters

OCTOBER 25, 2022

The databases were encrypted and rendered unavailable to Interserve. The databases also held special category personal data including ethnic origin; religion; details of disabilities; sexual orientation, and health information relevant to ill-heath retirement applications. What was the risk of harm to the individuals?

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IT Governance

AUGUST 2, 2019

The Regulation treats charities in much the same way as any organisation, because although they’re not using personal data to make a profit, they still run the risk of data breaches and privacy violations. Staff awareness and education is a key component of any organisation’s GDPR compliance framework.

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Hunton Privacy

OCTOBER 11, 2010

The Guidance provides general recommendations and best practices aimed at assisting data controllers with the implementation of appropriate security measures. The Guidance is divided into 17 chapters, each dealing with a specific topic about data security, including: Identifying data security risks. Security of work stations.

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Hunton Privacy

JULY 11, 2017

According to the Draft Regulations, this may include network facilities and information systems operated and managed by (1) government agencies and entities in the energy, finance, transportation, water conservation, health care, education, social insurance, environmental protection and public utilities sectors; (2) information networks, such as telecommunications (..)

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 13, 2022

In an age of strong data privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA , data loss prevention (DLP) technology is becoming a critically important IT security tool. Sensitive data can include personally identifiable information (PII) that can impact user privacy. These controls include log, alert, prompt, block, and encryption.

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Hunton Privacy

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

. $15,000 of the $100,000 settlement will be applied to a fund administered by the Attorney General for data protection educational programs.

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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. LogicManager. Back to top.

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Hunton Privacy

DECEMBER 20, 2013

These include: Franchised express delivery enterprises must agree to clauses in the franchise agreement which establish safeguards for Users’ Information and specify security responsibilities of the franchisee and franchisor. Provisions on the Management of Undeliverable Express Mail Items.

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