Security News

Week in review: Office 365 phishing threats, companies ditch data as GDPR approaches
2018-05-21 00:49

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, podcasts and articles: How can Office 365 phishing threats be addressed? The frequency of phishing within Office 365 is estimated...

Most firms struggle to comply with GDPR deadline
2018-05-17 17:26

With GDPR coming into effect in just over a week from today, 85 percent of firms in Europe and the United States will not be ready on time. Additionally, one in four will not be fully compliant by...

Deleted WHOIS Data: An Unintended Consequence of GDPR
2018-05-17 09:54

GDPR Will Impact the Availability of WHOIS Data to Security Researchers and Investigators read more

Only 36% of firms will be fully compliant with GDPR by its deadline
2018-05-16 17:56

According to an IBM survey, 60% of companies are using GDPR as a jumping off point to improve privacy, security, and data management.

Companies ditch data as GDPR deadline approaches
2018-05-16 13:02

A new study from IBM reveals that nearly 60 percent of organizations surveyed are embracing the GDPR as an opportunity to improve privacy, security, data management or as catalyst for new business...

GDPR Phishing Scam Targets Apple Accounts, Financial Data
2018-05-14 19:19

A phishing scam fooled victims by claiming to be Apple and scooping up personal details – including financial information and Apple account information.

GDPR compliance: Identifying an organization’s unique profile
2018-05-14 11:30

After a two-year transition period, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) becomes enforceable beginning 25 May 2018. Presumably, many large companies have been working on a compliance...

How privacy regulations like GDPR will affect cyber insurance
2018-05-12 14:54

Allianz's US head of cyber talked with TechRepublic about US companies' rush to get compliant with new privacy regulations in order to avoid heavy fines.

GDPR compliance deadline is approaching: 10 things to do right away
2018-05-11 23:57

The GDPR will be enforceable on May 25, 2018, yet many businesses are not ready. Here are 10 things your business should do now to get GDPR compliant.

UK Regulator Issues Advice on 'Consent' Within GDPR
2018-05-11 14:38

The UK's Information Commissioners Office (ICO -- the data protection regulator) has published detailed guidance (PDF) on 'consent' within the General Data Protection Regulation. Since the UK is...