Security News

Firefox Bolsters Privacy, Pulls Plug on Browser Canvas Fingerprinting
2017-10-31 18:15

Firefox is to stop using the privacy-busting canvas-based browser fingerprinting that allows websites to track users’ online activities.

How a Medical Device Vulnerability Can Compromise Privacy
2017-10-27 19:03

Medical device cybersecurity scrutiny usually focuses on potential patient safety issues. But vulnerabilities identified in a cardiac pacemaker programming device illustrate the risks also posed...

EU MEPs want stronger privacy rules for Internet-enabled communication services
2017-10-20 17:40

With 31 votes for, 24 against and one abstention, the European Parliament Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE) has backed new privacy protections for EU citizens. The...

The complex digital life of the modern family: Online safety and privacy concerns
2017-10-20 14:00

The National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) conducted a study to better understand teens and parents’ attitudes, concerns and knowledge base about online safety and privacy and how they view their...

Supreme Court Will Hear U.S Vs Microsoft Privacy Case
2017-10-17 18:17

World Will Watch the U.S. Government Vs Microsoft Played Out in the Supreme Court The continuing battle between the U.S. government and Microsoft over access to private emails stored in Ireland is...

As Telehealth Grows, So Do Privacy, Security Concerns
2017-10-13 19:03

With telehealth on the cusp of rapid growth, healthcare entities must carefully assess and address critical privacy and security issues, says regulatory attorney Emily Wein.

The privacy implications of email tracking
2017-10-05 13:50

Emails are a widely used means for third parties to tie your email address to your activities across the web, Princeton University researchers have discovered. The extent of email tracking Email...

Experts Have Sobering Message on Human Rights, Privacy for Security Pros
2017-10-04 17:26

Speakers at Virus Bulletin painted grim pictures of the threats to physical safety and civil liberties posed by commercial spyware and high-end surveillance software often sold to governments.

DJI launches privacy mode for drone operators
2017-10-03 12:30

DJI launched a new Local Data Mode that stops internet traffic to and from its DJI Pilot app, in order to provide enhanced data privacy assurances for sensitive government and enterprise...

HIPAA Privacy Compliance After a Hurricane
2017-09-21 19:33

How Much Flexibility Do Healthcare Organizations Have?The deadly hurricane season has prompted federal regulators to issue several specific HIPAA waivers in recent weeks. But are such waivers...