Security News

Organizations are not doing enough to protect data privacy
2018-03-12 12:45

In today’s data-driven society, privacy, security and trust are more vital and intertwined than ever before. But many organisations are not doing all they can to protect data privacy, according to...

Android P: Expected security and privacy improvements
2018-03-08 16:37

Google has released a developer preview of the next version of Android, currently called “Android P.” Functional changes are many, but here’s an overview of those that should improve device and...

Using a 'Privacy by Design' Approach to GDPR Compliance
2018-03-02 14:03

To prepare for compliance with the EU's GDPR, which will be enforced beginning in May, organizations must adopt a "privacy by design" approach, says Subhajit Deb, CISO at Dr. Reddy's Laboratories,...

Is that smart device secure, and will it protect your privacy?
2018-02-27 12:30

The decision to introduce a new smart device into your home should come only after you’ve answered these two questions affirmatively: “Will the device improve the quality of my life/fill a need I...

Revamp of ‘Pwned Passwords’ Boosts Privacy and Size of Database
2018-02-26 19:07

Troy Hunt has expanded his Pwned Passwords tool with 80 million more passwords, to help users find if their passwords have been compromised.

Australia's New Payments Platform: Privacy Concerns
2018-02-21 10:33

Pro: Payment System Confirms Recipient Information. Con: It Could Be AbusedAustralia's real-time payments platform, which launched last week, includes a feature designed to reduce fraud and...

Polisis: AI-based framework for analyzing privacy policies in real time
2018-02-12 21:00

It has been known for a while that the overwhelming majority of Internet users doesn’t read privacy policies and terms of service before agreeing to them. Those few that do usually skim over them....

Five smart TVs tested for security, privacy issues
2018-02-09 20:34

As more and more smart TVs are sold worldwide, consumers should be aware of the risks associated with this technology. Consumer Union, a US-based nonprofit organization dedicated to unbiased...

Facebook, Microsoft announce new privacy tools to comply with GDPR
2018-01-26 18:59

In four months the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force, and companies are racing against time to comply with the new rules (and avoid being brutally fined if they fail)....

Data Privacy Concerns Cause Sales Delays: Cisco
2018-01-26 16:02

Nearly two-thirds of businesses worldwide have experienced significant delays in sales due to customer data privacy concerns, according to Cisco’s 2018 Privacy Maturity Benchmark Study. read more