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- HYIP's and HYIP monitors - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2021 from Mike MedsenHYIPs are programs which pool together the resources of their people to misuse adventure openings, like stock trading and outside exchange (FOREX) trading among others. These HYIPs pull in resources from people (known as "stores" or "principle") by promising high paces of premium portions, which ...
Views: 979 - Latest Anthem Breach Traced Back to Third-Party Vendor - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2017 from Michael PetersNew Anthem breach underscores the need to manage cyber risk throughout the enterprise ecosystem Anthem – yes, that Anthem – has been hacked again. About a month after the beleaguered health insurer agreed to fork over a record-setting $115 million to settle a class action lawsuit related to ...
Views: 979 - GDPR Compliance Means Transforming Your Data Governance - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2017 from Michael PetersOrganizations have until May 25, 2018, to comply with the EU’s new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Arguably the most comprehensive, far-reaching data privacy law passed to date, the GDPR grants European consumers numerous new data privacy rights and places new data governance ...
Views: 976 - Jackpotting: How Secure Are Your Bank’s ATMs? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2017 from Michael PetersATMs were designed to protect their cash vaults, not their computer components, which leaves them vulnerable to “jackpotting” cyber attacks. Earlier this month, the American Bankers Association announced changes to its Bank Capture incident tracking system, which logs data on ATM attacks, as ...
Views: 974 - NIST Issues Guidance for Medical IoT Device Security - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2018 from Michael PetersThere are more connected devices than there are humans on Earth. Organizations have been as quick to embrace the Internet of Things as consumers have, and the healthcare industry is no exception. Medical IoT devices have exploded in popularity and grown in complexity. Smart medical devices allow ...
Views: 973 - Nearly 340 Million Records Exposed in Exactis Data Leak - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2018 from Michael PetersLast week’s data leak at Exactis, a Florida-based marketing and data aggregation firm, has cyber security experts and data privacy advocates up in arms. WIRED reports: Earlier this month, security researcher Vinny Troia discovered that Exactis, a data broker based in Palm Coast, Florida, had ...
Views: 972 - The World’s Most Dangerous Jobs - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2021 from Caitlin PurvisFor the majority of us, we have cosy 9–5 office jobs where the primary occupational hazards are getting a papercut or spilling hot coffee all over your desk and work. If you think your job is stressful, have you ever considered that earning a living may cost some workers their lives? Workplace ...
Views: 972 - Outsourcing Can Help Bridge the Cyber Security Skills Gap - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2017 from Michael PetersThe cyber security skills gap is real and growing; there simply aren’t enough cyber security employees to go around. Cyber crime is rapidly escalating, and board rooms are taking notice. KPMG’s 2017 U.S. CEO Outlook survey shows cyber security risks to be among CEOs’ top concerns, yet only ...
Views: 969 - How to Choose the Best Security Guard Company to Protect Your Business or Residential Property - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2020 from Jerusher RIn today's world, we often find ourselves needing to be protected from those who would like to harm us, steal from us, or destroy our property. No matter what type of business you are in, you need to ensure you have great security. Hiring a residential security guard company is considered ...
Views: 966 - Is the California Consumer Privacy Act the “American GDPR”? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2018 from Michael PetersThe recent Exactis data leak, which could surpass Equifax in the sheer number and scope of records exposed, has data privacy advocates calling for an “American GDPR.” While it is unlikely that a federal data privacy law will come to pass anytime soon, some states have already taken matters into ...
Views: 964 - New PCI DSS Ecommerce Guidelines Stress TLS 1.1 Migration - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2017 from Michael PetersNew PCI DSS Ecommerce Best Practices Replace Previous Guidelines Issued in 2013 Consumers love shopping online and are abandoning malls for mobile shopping apps in droves. However, online shopping environments offer multiple opportunities for hackers to steal payment card data. Even worse, as ...
Views: 963 - Safeguarding at Schools - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2020 from Adrian RickerseyThe issue of security at schools is nothing particularly new. It has, however, become more complex over the years. For example, schools are increasingly likely to have a range of legitimate visitors during all opening hours. They are also increasingly likely to have students out of school for ...
Views: 963 - Tips to Retirement Risk Management - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Aina MariaAre you down with worries about your 401K account management? Here comes your solution. Here are five tips that help you get the best solution ever. You can just have the right way to retirement risk management easily. Are you worried about your risks associated with your retirement ...
Views: 961(2 votes) - Social Media Cyber Security Risks and Best Practices for Businesses - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2018 from Michael PetersBusinesses tend to gloss over social media cyber security, thinking that it’s more of an issue in their employees’ personal lives than a threat to workplace cyber security. However, one in eight enterprises have suffered a security breach that was traced back to a cyber attack on social ...
Views: 960 - The 12 Biggest Cloud Security Threats Facing Your Organization - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2018 from Michael PetersCloud computing has opened up a world of opportunities for businesses, but it has also resulted in new cyber security threats. Some of these mirror the threats organizations have been combating on premises for years, while others are unique to the cloud. What are the top cloud security threats ...
Views: 960 - The Six Worst Data Breaches of 2016 - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Michael PetersAs 2016 comes to an end, we look back at six of the year’s worst data breaches and what went wrong. It seems like not a day went by this year without reports of yet another major data breach, or two or three data breaches. From healthcare to fast food to adult entertainment, no industry was ...
Views: 959 - Going Through an Effective Risk Assessment Process - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2020 from Lilu SahooEfficient enterprise risk management is very vital when you are working in a regulatory environment that is all high stakes in nature. It is more of a necessity than a luxury. Regulators as well as rating agencies have expectations that companies possess a good understanding of their individual ...
Views: 956 - Proactive Cyber Security Tips for a Secure Cloud Migration - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Michael PetersEnsure a secure cloud migration with these simple, proactive cyber security tips Enterprises have much to gain by migrating to the cloud, which is why the U.S. government has adopted a “cloud-first” initiative. Cost savings and the ability to scale up and down quickly as organizational needs ...
Views: 954 - The 7 Cyber Attacks That Defined 2017 - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2017 from Michael PetersCyber criminals upped their game in 2017, launching everything from cryptocurrency thefts to international ransomware attacks. Here, we examine seven of the worst cyber attacks of 2017. 1. The Equifax Breach Any list of the worst cyber attacks of 2017 would be remiss if it did not include ...
Views: 954 - Third-Party Breaches: How Secure are Your Vendors? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2017 from Michael PetersVerizon, Trump Hotels, and the RNC are Among the Recent Victims of Third-Party Breaches Even if your own cyber security is up to snuff, your organization could be at risk of third-party breaches if your business partners are not as diligent as you are. Verizon just learned this lesson the ...
Views: 954 - HBO Hack Underscores the Growing Threat of Digital IP Theft - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2017 from Michael PetersHBO Hack Targeted Valuable Intellectual Property and Company Secrets Corporate espionage and the theft of intellectual property and company secrets have gone cyber. The latest victim is cable network HBO and its flagship series Game of Thrones. The HBO hack, perpetrated by a hacker or group ...
Views: 953 - What Your Cloud Business Needs to Know About SOC 2 Certification - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2019 from Michael PetersAs cyber threats present greater risks to enterprises of all sizes and in all industries, more are requiring that their SaaS providers and other cloud services vendors have an SOC 2 certification. Let’s examine what an SOC 2 certification is and why your cloud services business should get ...
Views: 953 - Advantage And Disadvantage Of Personal Loan for Emergency - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2021 from Vasid QureshiEmergency Loans come to the rescue when unexpected expenses arise. To some extent, we can always control, manage, and predict the expenses, but exceptions are always there, and for those very exceptions, we have got personal emergency loans. In today's article, we will discuss “How a ...
Views: 952 - 6 Tips for Writing a GDPR-Compliant Privacy Policy - by Submitted on May 17, 2018 from Michael PetersWe’re down to the wire now; the GDPR compliance deadline is next Friday, May 25. As organizations scramble to get ready for the most far-reaching data privacy law ever put on the books, consumers’ email inboxes are being inundated with notices of privacy policy updates. In addition to ...
Views: 948 - Business Email Compromise Losses Top $12 Billion Globally, Says FBI - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2018 from Michael PetersGlobal losses from business email compromise scams, a highly sophisticated form of phishing, grew by 136% between December 2016 and May 2018 and now exceed $12 billion, according to a public service announcement released by the FBI. What Is a Business Email Compromise Scam? A business ...
Views: 946 - Medical Device Security Is Largely Nonexistent - by Submitted on May 31, 2017 from Michael PetersA new report by Synopsys and the Ponemon Institute finds that medical device security is plagued by a lack of standards, testing, and accountability. Healthcare organizations tend to focus their cyber security efforts on HIPAA compliance, protecting patient data, and defending against ...
Views: 942 - Proactive GRC Can Prevent AWS Security Breaches - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2017 from Michael PetersGovernance, risk, and compliance should be at the heart of AWS security procedures Another day, another AWS security breach, and this one is particularly bad because of the extraordinarily sensitive nature of the data that was compromised: Over 9,000 documents containing personal data on job ...
Views: 940 - POS Data Security an Issue as Fast-Food Restaurants Automate Ordering - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2017 from Michael PetersThe next time you buy a burger at McDonald’s or Wendy’s, a computer may be the one asking, “Would you like fries with that?” After decades of depending on human workers to take orders – and payments – American fast food chains are finally moving into the computer age, driven by rising minimum ...
Views: 936 - U.S. Federal Task Force Urges Proactive Healthcare Cyber Security - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2017 from Michael PetersThe Healthcare Industry Cybersecurity Task Force’s report on healthcare cyber security echoes a similar study on medical device security issued by Synopsys and the Ponemon Institute. On the heels of a damning study by Synopsys and the Ponemon Institute, which provides a blow-by-blow ...
Views: 936 - How an In-House Online Ordering System Can Help a Restaurant Thrive - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2020 from Vera Garth"Why an in-house online ordering system is Bbetter than a third-party app - It’s customizable - Larger check sizes - Error-free order processing - Data insights - Fast and safe delivery experience You may find it appealing to build an in-house online ordering system. If you want to build ...
Views: 935 - Picking the Right 401K Advice at the Right Time - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Aina MariaAre you looking for some solution in order to save for retirement in the right way? Here are step by step processes that help you plan your 401K advice properly. There are many properly. It will help you if you get better along with time and have the easier yet effective way to 401K ...
Views: 935 - SEC Hack: Wall Street’s Top Regulator Breached - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2017 from Michael PetersThe SEC hack has pitched the international finance world into turmoil as Wall Street's top regulator admits to not having secured its own systems. Move over, Equifax; the SEC hack may have just stolen your thunder. Less than two weeks after Equifax disclosed that it had been breached, ...
Views: 932 - The WPA3 WiFi Security Standard: What Your Enterprise Needs to Know - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2018 from Michael PetersAccording to the Wi-Fi Alliance, there are now more IoT devices than there are humans on Earth, and over 50% of internet traffic travels through wireless networks. As people’s dependence on connected devices has grown, free public WiFi has become insanely popular, but it’s also insanely ...
Views: 929 - NIST 800–171 Compliance: A Guide for Government Contractors - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2018 from Michael PetersIf your company is part of the federal supply chain, you likely need to comply with NIST 800–171. NIST 800–171 compliance applies to contractors for the DoD, GSA, NASA, and other federal and state agencies; universities and research institutions that accept federal grants; consulting firms with ...
Views: 928 - Tips for Combating Shadow IT Usage in the Enterprise - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2018 from Michael PetersShadow IT is a very serious and growing threat to IT compliance and cyber security, and most organizations have no idea how common it really is. This article will examine some of the risks of shadow IT and discuss ways in which organizations can curb it. What Is Shadow IT? Shadow IT refers ...
Views: 927 - Many U.S. Companies Unaware that the GDPR Applies to Them - by Submitted on May 02, 2018 from Michael PetersWith just over three weeks to go until the May 25, 2018, deadline, many U.S. companies are woefully unprepared for the EU’s new General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR. In fact, quite a few of them don’t yet realize they have to achieve GDPR compliance. A new survey by CompTIA found that “A ...
Views: 924 - Want A Risk Management Consultant? - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Kirsten GrossAssessing the safety of your property is the hallmark of the services offered by risk management consultants. Risk management is a concerted effort by a team of experts to reduce uncertainty in any business. Risk management is typically the procedure of evaluating the risks involved in a certain ...
Views: 924 - What is HIPAA Compliance? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2017 from Michael PetersConfused about HIPAA and whether your business must comply with it? This article will explain HIPAA and the importance of complying with this complex federal law. What is HIPAA? HIPAA is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, which was signed into law by President ...
Views: 924 - #MeToo Prompts Employers to Review their Anti-Harassment Policies - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2018 from Michael PetersThe #MeToo movement, which was birthed in the wake of sexual abuse allegations against Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein, has shined a spotlight on the epidemic of sexual harassment and discrimination in the U.S. According to a nationwide survey by Stop Street Harassment, a staggering 81% of ...
Views: 921 - Protecting Your Packages From Porch Pirates - by Submitted on May 07, 2021 from Reggie MooreOnline shopping may be one of the best things to happen since sliced bread. Today, from the comfort of your home, you can order a product online, and it will be delivered to your doorstep. But sometimes, your product may be delivered, yet you will not find it at your doorstep. Why? Porch ...
Views: 920 - Get Ready for Greater SEC Cyber Security Enforcement - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from Michael PetersSEC cyber security enforcement is set to intensify in light of recent global attacks and new enforcement chiefs Public companies and firms operating in regulated industries, especially finance, should expect more SEC cyber security enforcement in the wake of new and emerging threats, like ...
Views: 919 - Putting Risk Management Vacancies on the Business Agenda - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Stephanie BarnesTo ensure business continuity, there is a need to have the right resources and processes in place. The need to find talented people for risk management vacancies should be a high priority. The lack of suitable resources will pose a serious threat to the seamless running of a business and affects ...
Views: 919 - DNC Email Hack Highlights Need for Proactive Email Security - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Michael PetersThe NSA isn’t the only Washington organization being embarrassed by a data breach. The sorry state of cyber security in America has taken center stage in this year’s presidential election. In June, it was discovered that Russian cyber criminals had managed to hack the Democratic National ...
Views: 917 - Thousands of Websites Infected in Massive Cryptojacking Attack - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2018 from Michael PetersThousands of websites, including government sites in the United States, the U.K., and Australia, were ensnared in an international cryptojacking scheme, The Register reports: The affected sites all use a fairly popular plugin called Browsealoud, made by Brit biz Texthelp, which reads out ...
Views: 917 - Yahoo Hack Was the Result of Years of Poor Cyber Security Practices - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Michael PetersFor Years, Yahoo Put Usability Ahead of Cyber Security The massive Yahoo data breach, which compromised 500 million user accounts and put its acquisition by Verizon at risk, happened because the company repeatedly put product user experience ahead of security, the New York Times ...
Views: 914 - Communicate Workplace Hazards-Enterprise Risk Management Software - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Nathaniel ZidWe cannot avoid from threats. Every organization has to face problems and threats.Risks are difficult and are topic to impact any kind of small, technique or large organization. It's essential that organizations continue to determine, observe and control the event of danger within their ...
Views: 911 - NIST Privacy Framework Under Development to Complement NIST CSF - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2018 from Michael PetersCiting the success of its cybersecurity framework and the advent of IoT devices, artificial intelligence, and other technologies that are making it more challenging than ever for enterprises to protect their customers’ privacy, NIST has launched a collaborative project to develop a voluntary ...
Views: 910 - The Risk Of Not Running A Social Media Background Check On Your Future Hires - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2017 from Max DruckerHiring a third party to run a social media background check on your applicants may seem unethical for some. A number of people think that having an online investigation is like spying and that these subjects are entitled to have their private lives that are separate from their professional ones. ...
Views: 909 - Four Takeaways from the WannaCry Ransomware Attacks - by Submitted on May 24, 2017 from Michael PetersThe recent WannaCry ransomware attacks put cyber security on the front page of every newspaper in the world. Now, everyone knows what ransomware is and how destructive it can be, but will anything change? Following are four critical lessons that both organizations and individuals should take ...
Views: 908 - 4 Tips to ensure your vehicle is secure at home and work - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2020 from Adrian RickerseyOver the course of the 2018-19 year there have been over 150,000 vehicles stolen in Great Britain, a 10,000 increase on the year before and a 56% increase from 2014-15. This highlights the ever-growing need for vehicle and car park safety solutions both from a domestic and business point of ...
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