Data security breaches
Get the latest information on enterprise security data breaches. Learn about data breach laws and regulations, best practices for data breach notification and response plans, the risks of exposed corporate data and personally identifiable information.
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Data security breaches News
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August 04, 2020
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Aug'20
Twitter breach raises concerns over phone phishing
The alleged mastermind behind the Twitter breach has been arrested, and the method of social engineering attack has also been revealed: phone phishing, or vishing.
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July 29, 2020
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Jul'20
IBM: Compromised credentials led to higher data breach costs
The average total cost of a data breach is $3.86 million, according to new research from IBM and the Ponemon Institute, and compromised credentials are the biggest reason why.
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July 20, 2020
20
Jul'20
Twitter breach caused by social engineering attack
Twitter was breached last Wednesday though a social engineering attack. Forty-five accounts were hijacked and up to eight accounts may have had their private messages stolen.
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July 17, 2020
17
Jul'20
Risk & Repeat: Twitter breach leads to account hijacking
This week's Risk & Repeat podcast discusses how threat actors gained access to Twitter's internal systems and hijacked the accounts of Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates and others.
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identity theft
Identity theft, also known as identity fraud, is a crime in which an imposter obtains key pieces of personally identifiable information (PII), such as Social Security or driver's license numbers, in order to impersonate someone else. Continue Reading
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2 components of detection and threat intelligence platforms
Deploying threat detection and intelligence platforms is one of the smartest ways to protect your organization's valuable assets. Make sure you know how to choose the best tool. Continue Reading
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keylogger (keystroke logger or system monitor)
A keylogger, sometimes called a keystroke logger or system monitor, is a type of surveillance technology used to monitor and record each keystroke typed on a specific computer's keyboard. Continue Reading
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The case for cybersecurity by design in application software
Security must be part of IT from the start and then continue through the entire product lifecycle -- design, build, release and maintenance. Consumers now demand it. Continue Reading
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Data security guide: Everything you need to know
This data security guide digs into data protection and privacy compliance, explaining how to construct a proactive security strategy strengthened by best practices. Continue Reading
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Analyzing the top 2019 data breach disclosures: Hindsight in 2020
Make 2020 the year your company keep its resolution to avoid a data breach. Experts offer lessons learned from the top 2019 data breaches to help stay secure in the year ahead. Continue Reading
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Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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How to implement a strong COVID-19 cybersecurity plan
Cybercriminals aren't slowing down during the coronavirus pandemic, and neither can your security. Learn what are the biggest threats and how to stop them cold. Continue Reading
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Data breach costs hit hard; where are you most vulnerable?
Breaking down the cost of a data breach isn't for the faint of heart. But with millions of dollars on the line for a single event, companies also need to have their eyes wide open. Continue Reading
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Threat intelligence offers promise, but limitations remain
Do you know how to use threat intelligence feeds to best effect in your company? Learn what this valuable yet often confusing resource can and can't do for cybersecurity. Continue Reading
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Security pros explain how to prevent cyber attacks
Even during pandemics, hackers use malware such as ransomware and phishing to exploit an organization's vulnerabilities. IT security pros discuss how they prevent cyber attacks. Continue Reading
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Data storage security best practices for avoiding cyberattacks
Protecting stored data requires meticulous planning and a well-crafted strategy. Here are steps you need to take today to keep your organization's essential data safe and secure. Continue Reading
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6 data breach prevention strategies to defend against attack
Experts offer six tips about how to improve cybersecurity protection and response plans to mitigate the fallout of data breaches and attacks on sensitive information. Continue Reading
