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The Week in Breach: 02/19/20 - 02/25/20

By: ID Agent on 2/27/20 11:11

This week, small businesses fail to prevent phishing attacks, online shoppers have their data snatched, and a new study reveals the prominent role of human error in data breaches.

Consumers Are Skeptical About Biometric Data Security: How Companies Can Respond

By: ID Agent on 2/25/20 15:27

In 2014, Apple's introduction of the iPhone 6 was more than just an exciting iteration of its flagship product – it was the launch of Touch ID. This blockbuster device ushered ...

The Week in Breach: 02/12/20 - 02/18/20

By: ID Agent on 2/19/20 10:51

This week, companies are slow to stop phishing attacks, ransomware disrupts productivity, and IBM’s latest threat analysis outlines trends for 2020.

Six Similarities Between GDPR & US Regulatory Requirements

By: ID Agent on 2/18/20 15:32

As companies collect and store more and more personal information, they face data privacy risks on many fronts. Increasingly, they are being held accountable for protecting their ...

The Week in Breach: 02/05/20 - 02/11/20

By: ID Agent on 2/12/20 15:47

This week, ransomware erodes productivity, a malware attack permanently destroys patient data, and a new study reveals the extent of data breaches in the UK.

The NY SHIELD Act is Almost Here: How to Stay Compliant

By: ID Agent on 2/10/20 10:47

Data privacy regulations are quickly becoming par for the course in countries around the world, each one bringing new, nuanced responsibilities for companies to follow. While ...

The Importance of Building Better Passwords

By: ID Agent on 2/6/20 17:26

Good password hygiene is one of the easiest ways for businesses and consumers to protect their accounts from the millions of attacks threatening personal data every day. ...

The Week in Breach: 01/29/20 - 02/04/20

By: Kevin Lancaster on 2/5/20 15:04

This week, a phishing scam compromised an entire healthcare network, malware impacted productivity, and ransomware attacks become costlier than ever.

That relationship is toxic for you: Why you may need to swipe left on your favorite p@55wOrD$!

By: Kevin Lancaster on 1/29/20 17:14

Since the start of the new year, we’ve been sifting through billions of compromised email addresses and passwords found on the Dark Web looking for interesting trends in password ...

The Week in Breach: 01/22/20 - 01/28/20

By: Kevin Lancaster on 1/29/20 16:48

This week, malware compromises online stores, accidents lead to expensive data breaches, and phishing scams top the UK’s threat list.

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