General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) stories - Page 9
Concerned with the growth of the internet and the inadvertent or otherwise exposure of personal
information to potential bad actors, the European Union promulgated the General Data Protection
Regulation in 2016. The regulation is part of European Union privacy law and human rights laws and
must be complied with by any companies doing business with EU nations. It is designed to give people
greater control over their personal information while simplifying regulatory compliance for international
business.
Combatting the rise of Cybercrime-as-a-Service
Wed, 7th Nov 2018
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malware
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breach prevention
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wireless networks
Amateur cybercriminals (or anyone with a grudge), can execute spam attacks, steal people’s identities, and more.
Organisations lack holistic approach to data protection
Thu, 1st Nov 2018
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data protection
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breach prevention
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data privacy
It is paramount for organisations to have a clear understanding of what data protection is and close the gaps in their protection strategies.
Details of 9mil compromised in Cathay Pacific data leak
Fri, 26th Oct 2018
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Twenty-seven credit card numbers with no CVV were accessed, and the combination of data accessed varies for each affected passenger.
ICO report reaction: UK data security incidents rocket 224%
Sat, 20th Oct 2018
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data protection
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breach prevention
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data privacy
A sharp rise in reported UK data security incidents is likely due to stricter GDPR rules, says Egress Software CEO, stressing the need for better user training.
Aus SMBs not concerned enough about data privacy - study
Thu, 18th Oct 2018
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
A new HP study reveals Australian SMBs are not prioritising data privacy, even as 46% report customers opting out of data sharing due to security concerns.
GDPR compliance: Looking beyond the hype
Wed, 17th Oct 2018
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data protection
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data privacy
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rubrik
Six months post-GDPR, we demystify compliance myths and provide key insights to navigate the data regulation maze.
Facebook breach: Ready for the coming phishing wave?
Wed, 17th Oct 2018
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firewalls
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mfa
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phishing
Much of the information accessed in the Facebook breach is perfect for cyber criminals planning their next phishing attack.
GDPR requirements & opportunities for colocation providers
Mon, 15th Oct 2018
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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partner programmes
The law was enforced in May but is still confusing to some colocation providers as to which requirements they must comply with.
The rise of the chief compliance officer – Digital Guardian
Thu, 11th Oct 2018
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hcm
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dlp
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risk & compliance
The profile and demand for Chief Compliance Officers (CCOs) have surged with GDPR in force, making them essential for navigating regulatory landscapes.
ASG finds that compliance is the largest driver of data management initiatives
Wed, 10th Oct 2018
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data privacy
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cloud services
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gdpr
With the implementation of GDPR organisations are under tremendous pressure to establish and maintain compliance.
Google shutting down Google+ after covering up privacy bug
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Google’s management was aware of the bug but chose not to share it with the public to avoid scrutiny by regulators.
How to avoid major compliance problems
Mon, 8th Oct 2018
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data protection
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dlp
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data privacy
With GDPR enforcement, internal security lapses—whether through human error or malicious intent—are a major risk. Learn how to avoid major compliance issues.
How network visibility tools are changing the security game
Thu, 4th Oct 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Without visibility into the behaviours occurring within a network, it’s almost impossible to detect if what’s happening is out of the ordinary.
Exclusive interview: Gemalto’s channel strategy for ANZ
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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partner programmes
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dlp
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data privacy
Earlier this year, Gemalto appointed Tech Data as a distributor for its portfolio of SafeNet identity and data protection solutions in New Zealand.
Exclusive: The major risks of cyber Balkanization
Mon, 1st Oct 2018
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data privacy
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kaspersky
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gdpr
Balkanization of the cyber world is a major risk, with governments increasingly drawn to isolation and implementing strict regulations.
Experts comment on Facebook’s 50 million user credential leak
Mon, 1st Oct 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Barracuda Networks, Sophos, RedLock, and Darktrace offer their views on the data leak that affected close to 50 million accounts.
40 million more likely affected by massive Facebook data leak - Bitdefender
Mon, 1st Oct 2018
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mfa
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breach prevention
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data privacy
Facebook admits nearly 90 million users affected by data breach; Bitdefender warns the number could rise to 130 million as hackers exploit flaws.
Hitachi Vantara delivers digital evidence management solution for law enforcement
Mon, 24th Sep 2018
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storage
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data privacy
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cloud services
Law enforcement officials are challenged by compliance policies and procedures such as evidence disclosure rules.
Living in today’s new cyber regulatory reality
Fri, 21st Sep 2018
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
As cyber regulations tighten in 2018, companies face mounting pressure to prove their security measures are effective and compliant with varied global laws.
Research finds majority of businesses failing to comply with GDPR
Mon, 17th Sep 2018
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
70% of companies couldn’t fulfil data access and portability requests within the GDPR-specified one-month time limit.