Security News

Eggheads confirm: Rampant Android bloatware a privacy and security hellscape
2019-05-09 07:05

Bundled software not just an annoyance, it's also a risk The apps bundled with many Android phones are presenting threats to security and privacy greater than most users think.…

Google Touts Android Q’s New Security Update Process and Better Privacy Controls for Apps
2019-05-08 16:03

At Google I/O, the tech giant announced it is beefing up security in phones with its latest Android Q operating system by offering direct updates and privacy controls.

Is curiosity killing patient privacy?
2019-05-08 05:30

The digitization of healthcare is changing the face of fraud. With the growth of electronic health records (EHRs), online patient portals and virtual clinics, a wealth of sensitive medical...

Trust is at a tipping point: Consumers will react strongly if they feel their privacy is compromised
2019-05-06 04:45

There’s a stunning lack of consumer trust in the ability of private and public sector organizations to protect their data, as well as sharply conflicting views between businesses and consumers...

Consumers care deeply about their privacy, security, and how their personal information is handled
2019-05-03 05:30

65% of consumers are concerned with the way connected devices collect data. More than half (55%) do not trust their connected devices to protect their privacy and a similar proportion (53%) do not...

BigID new capabilities help enterprises scale responses to data access requests for privacy regulations
2019-05-03 04:20

BigID, the leader in ML-driven personal data discovery and privacy, announced first-of-their-kind data access rights management features to help enterprises automate fulfillment of personal data...

Microsoft 365 updates for better enterprise data privacy
2019-05-02 09:04

Microsoft has announced new privacy controls for Microsoft 365 enterprise customers: they will be able to revoke access to encrypted emails, block sensitive information from being shared or leaked...

Microsoft 365 to offer tighter security and privacy controls
2019-05-01 14:31

New controls will be able to help businesses better manage encrypted emails, block the sharing of sensitive information, and investigate possible security issues.

'Privacy-Focused' Facebook Puts the Spotlight on Groups
2019-05-01 11:49

Facebook is launching a major redesign of its app and website built around letting people connect with groups that share their interests — an attempt to shift its focus away from the untrammeled...

How much does the average employee know about data privacy?
2019-05-01 05:15

With the impacts and repercussions of the looming California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) on the minds of many privacy professionals, new research from MediaPRO shows more work is needed to train...