Privacy and data protection
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News
16 Apr 2024
CW Innovation Awards: Balancing security and user experience
The National University of Singapore’s Safe initiative has strengthened the security of IT systems and end-user devices while prioritising user experience through passwordless access Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2024
APAC firms bullish on IT spending
More than half of organisations plan to spend more on key areas such as cyber security, generative AI and cloud in a sign of growing optimism across the region Continue Reading
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Opinion
07 Jun 2018
Security Think Tank: Understand data for risk-based protection
Why is it important to know where data flows, with whom it is shared and where it lives at rest, and what is the best way of achieving this? Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2018
GDPR and backup: A potential minefield easily avoided
The right to be forgotten will be impossible in backups and snapshots, but systems can be built that automate for compliance, says Andy Barratt of security consultancy Coalfire Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2018
We need to design for security and privacy, says Martha Lane Fox
The digital future is bright, but only if society works through a gear change in its relationship with technology, and demands products and services that are secure and private by design, says internet service pioneer Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2018
Understanding is key to security awareness, says specialist
Only if people understand why cyber security matters will they change their behaviours as a result of awareness training, according to a human behaviour specialist and cyber security consultant Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Jun 2018
Security Think Tank: Ignorance about data is tantamount to negligence
Why is it important to know where data flows, with whom it's shared and where it lives at rest, and what is the best way of achieving this? Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2018
Cyber attacks not sophisticated, says Just Eat CISO
The chief information security officer of Just Eat has challenged the perception that all cyber attacks are sophisticated and that it is impossible to fill cyber security jobs Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2018
Nexsan adds Assureon Cloud Transfer for hybrid cloud archiving
Nexsan archiving appliances add hybrid cloud capability to AWS and Azure cloud for unstructured data, targeting users that want to retain files on-site with cloud access Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2018
Boards not asking right security questions, says Dido Harding
Former TalkTalk CEO says boards are still not asking the right cyber security questions, do not understand that they should be making cyber risk decisions, and are not communicating with engineers Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Jun 2018
Application security more important than ever
Applications have an increasingly crucial role in our lives, yet they are also a real security threat, with hackers always finding new ways to bypass security defences. Computer Weekly looks at how organisations are responding to the challenge Continue Reading
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Opinion
05 Jun 2018
Security Think Tank: Use data flow information to protect systems
Why is it important to know where data flows, with whom it's shared and where it lives at rest, and what is the best way of achieving this? Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2018
Technology key to new UK counter-terrorism strategy
Technologies such as machine learning and data analytics are key to the UK government’s updated counter-terrorism strategy Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Jun 2018
GDPR – like a lot of regulation – will mostly benefit the big incumbents
The law of unintended consequences applies to the new EU data protection laws, because the big players it seeks to regulate can better afford to comply Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Jun 2018
Security Think Tank: Data governance is essential to data security
Why is it important to know where data flows, with whom it's shared and where it lives at rest – and what is the best way of achieving this? Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2018
Offensive AI unlikely in the near future, says Mikko Hypponen
Cyber criminals are not close to being able to use AI for attack purposes, according to industry veteran Mikko Hypponen, who has been at the forefront of AI use in cyber defence for several years Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Jun 2018
Security Think Tank: Data controllers are essential in modern business environment
Why is it important to know where data flows, with whom it's shared and where it lives at rest, and what is the best way of achieving this? Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2018
Security suppliers need to interact with community, says researcher
Security suppliers need to interact with the community to get feedback on their products before launch to ensure they have not missed any vulnerabilities, a security researchers advises Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 May 2018
Fintech professional’s tech predictions: 9- Gamers monitored by businesses and authorities
People that use online gaming platforms might be being sized up for a job or even by security services Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2018
VPN hacks can be lethal, warns security expert
Organisations should not overlook the need to secure VPN connections because failure to do so could be fatal, but 2FA alone is not enough, warns a security expert Continue Reading
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Opinion
31 May 2018
Security Think Tank: Data governance is good for business and security
Why is it important to know where data flows, with whom it's shared and where it lives at rest, and what is the best way of achieving this? Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 May 2018
Security Think Tank: Information management means better security
Why is it important to know where data flows, with whom it's shared and where it lives at rest – and what is the best way of achieving this? Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2018
Security community urged to prepare for quantum computing
A top European chief information security officer is urging the security community to prepare for quantum computing to ensure their encryption processes are ready in time Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2018
US issues warning about North Korean malware
US government has identified more than 85 networks compromised by two malware families believed to be North Korean in origin Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2018
Business still not addressing insider threat
Businesses are still not addressing inside threats when it comes to cyber security, leaving themselves wide open to data breaches as a result, according to a security analyst Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2018
UK security spend low despite breaches
The UK is the most breached country in Europe, but IT security spend remains low compared with other countries in the region, a report reveals Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2018
Max Schrems’s NOYB initiates GDPR action
A privacy NGO led by Austrian lawyer Max Schrems is among the first to file complaints under the GDPR against Google, Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2018
Former Macedonian PM convicted in corruption case exposed by illegal government surveillance
Information exposed by leaked recordings that were part an illegal mass surveillance campaign orchestrated under the government of former prime minster Nikola Gruevski have led to his conviction for corruption. He was found guilty of rigging a tender and receiving a luxury Mercedes as a bribe. He may still appeal the ruling Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2018
London CDO: More groundwork needed to gain trust for data use
London’s chief digital officer, Theo Blackwell, says organisations need to do more groundwork if a smarter city is to be real possibility Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 May 2018
Now that’s what I call compliance II
Nobody’s been able to get in contact with Downtime’s marketing manager since our discovery of a GDPR-themed Spotify playlist back in March, but his driving licence was found by the Royal Thai ... Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2018
MPs slam government for biometrics strategy delay
Science and Technology Committee questions legality of the police’s approach to deleting mugshots of innocent people, and says government’s reasons for four-year delay to a new strategy is “less than convincing” Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 May 2018
GDPR may not be perfect, but it’s an important milestone in data protection
It's GDPR day, and TechUK's CEO Julian David writes about what is an important milestone in data protection in the digital world Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2018
GDPR puts people first, says ICO
The day of 25 May 2018 marks the biggest change to UK data protection law in a generation, with benefits for businesses and consumers, according to the UK privacy watchdog Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 May 2018
Data protection as a competitive advantage
By now, many consumers in Asia and elsewhere would have received at least a couple of e-mails from merchants asking for consent to continue receiving marketing messages under Europe’s General Data ... Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2018
Commitment is the watchword on GDPR D-Day
New rules for protecting European citizens’ personal data are now enforceable by law, and organisations are being advised to focus broadly on commitment rather than narrowly on compliance Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2018
Grab outlines its approach to cyber security
Singapore-based ride-hailing company prefers detective controls rather than preventive ones to deter cyber threats – an approach it claims is less intrusive and costly to implement Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2018
Stronger rules on data protection by EU institutions agreed
On the eve of the GDPR compliance deadline, European politicians agree new rules to strengthen data protection in EU organisations Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2018
Security experts weigh in on GDPR checklists
Security experts give their views on what final checks businesses should be doing on the eve of the General Data Protection Regulation compliance deadline, while a survey reveals almost half of Brits have not heard of it Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2018
NHS to launch national data opt-out tool
Patients will be able to opt out of having their health and care data shared by using an online tool developed by NHS Digital Continue Reading
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E-Zine
24 May 2018
CW Nordics: Finland delays e-voting plan
Security concerns have re-emerged to further frustrate the Finnish government’s plans to launch a national e-voting system. Also read about a study by the Stockholm School of Economics that looks at the likely impact of AI, machine learning and robotics on people’s lives. And find out why Norway has accelerated plans to scale up its national cyber security infrastructure. Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2018
EU cyber security agencies pledge to up cooperation
Four European cyber security agencies have agreed to increase collaboration in five key areas Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2018
New UK Data Protection Act not welcomed by all
Legislation makes the UK one of the first countries to implement the GDPR in local law, but some have criticised it as a “lost opportunity” Continue Reading
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News
23 May 2018
UK calls for new data-sharing model with EU
The UK has proposed a new data-sharing model to ensure ongoing data protection collaboration and free flow of data between the EU and the UK post-Brexit Continue Reading
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News
23 May 2018
Compliance in the cloud: Avoiding the cloud compliance trap
When you hand over data to a cloud provider, you don’t hand over responsibility for legal and regulatory compliance. Beware of falling into a cloud compliance trap Continue Reading
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News
23 May 2018
Mobile fraud up 680% since 2015, RSA reports
Fake profiles and throw-away devices are transforming social media into a cyber criminal marketplace, a fraud report reveals Continue Reading
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Feature
23 May 2018
Application and device security under the spotlight
The security of internet-connected devices and associated applications has become a significant concern, prompting suggestions legislation may be required, while the UK government’s recent Secure by Design review suggests several solutions, including legislative measures Continue Reading
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News
23 May 2018
Skills shortage a major cyber security risk
Skill shortages remain a major risk to long-term information security capability and business is still struggling to defend against cyber breaches – but it is getting better at dealing with them, an IISP survey shows Continue Reading
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News
23 May 2018
Facebook is ready for GDPR, says Zuckerberg
Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg has claimed the social network is ready for GDPR, but failed to give any answers to the most probing questions posed by European MEPs Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 May 2018
Ethics and tech – a double-edged sword
Just because a business activity is legal doesn’t mean it will be acceptable to customers, as the ethical debates in tech are proving Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2018
Security researchers find fourth CPU flaw
Security researchers have reported another flaw in common microprocessor chips related to the Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2018
Sweden’s Telenor makes GDPR consent personal
Telenor Sweden says it has seen market-leading results for General Data Protection Regulation consent after enlisting a customer experience firm to manage the process Continue Reading
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22 May 2018
Most firms will not be GDPR-ready by compliance deadline
Survey of IT decision-makers shows one-fifth of companies lack continuous encryption capabilities and only half have the systems required for the right to erasure and the right to rectification. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
22 May 2018
GDPR is here – are you ready?
The EU’s new data protection regulation, GDPR, comes into force this week. In this edition of Computer Weekly, we ask if companies are ready for it and look at what happens if you’re not yet compliant. Our latest buyer’s guide examines digital transformation and the role of the CIO. And we find out how technology is changing the traditional sport of cricket. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2018
Finland government examines centralised cyber defence
The Finnish government is attempting to centralise its fight against increasing cyber threats to its infrastructure Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2018
Google sued for £3.2bn for tracking UK iPhone browsing
A lawsuit by a group called Google You Owe Us is seeking compensation from Google for tracking millions of UK iPhone users’ browsing data Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2018
ICO fines University of Greenwich £120,000
The UK privacy watchdog has issued a monetary penalty against the University of Greenwich for a "serious" security breach Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2018
UK government promises laws to police 'Wild West Internet'
UK government plans laws to make online activity safer after green paper reveals more needs to be done to protect citizens Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2018
ICO could use new GDPR powers in Facebook probe
UK privacy watchdog is considering using new powers in its investigation of Facebook, while the government is considering new laws to police social media firms Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2018
APAC organisations could lose $1.75tn from cyber attacks
A study by Frost and Sullivan has found that losses from cyber security incidents could account for 7% of the region’s GDP in 2017 Continue Reading
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News
18 May 2018
NCSC calls for greater interaction with UK business
The UK’s cyber security agency has called for greater interaction with business, particularly when it comes to cyber security incidents Continue Reading
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News
18 May 2018
Most UK marketers GDPR ready, but not all firms have a plan
Most UK marketers believe they are ready for GDPR, but a worrying number believe their employers may not be, as businesses are urged to embrace the positives a week before the compliance deadline Continue Reading
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News
18 May 2018
BYOD in UK SMEs linked to security incidents
Bring your own device practices have been identified as a cyber security risk for six in 10 SMEs in research published a week ahead of the GDPR compliance deadline Continue Reading
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Feature
18 May 2018
GDPR compliance: Addressing the overlooked in enterprise IT infrastructures
As the GDPR compliance deadline approaches, enterprises need to ensure they have looked beyond the headline-grabbing aspects of the regulation so they do not fall foul of the incoming data protection regulations Continue Reading
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News
18 May 2018
GDS seeks advice on migration from Public Services Network
The Government Digital Service has started the process of moving public sector organisations away from the Public Services Network Continue Reading
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News
18 May 2018
Use GDPR to propel business forward, says ICO
GDPR is about a new way of doing things that businesses can use to their advantage, and cyber security is a key element, according to the Information Commissioner’s Office Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2018
Report highlights security risk of open source code to business
Increased adoption of open source code is introducing vulnerabilities into commercial software, with many audited codebases containing the Apache Struts flaw that enabled the Equifax breach, a report shows Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2018
Most firms see GDPR as an opportunity
A growing number of organisations consider the GDPR to be an opportunity to improve the way they handle data privacy and security, while leaders are using it as an opportunity for full business transformation, a study shows Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2018
US considers UK-style cyber defence model
The US is considering adopting a similar cyber defence model to the UK’s in recognition of the growing threat to all levels of society Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 May 2018
Fintech professional’s tech predictions: 8- Fake personal data.
There will be a law that reduces the number of required fields in online reforms to reduce the amount of unnecessary information given to organisations. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2018
SMEs more worried about GDPR’s threat to reputation than fines
SMEs are more worried about the damage GDPR non compliance will do to their reputations than their wallets Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2018
Credential theft a top priority, Rapid 7 report shows
Credential theft is still a top priority for organisations to address in terms of making it more difficult for cyber attackers to gain unauthorised access to their networks, report reveals Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2018
Cross-site scripting a top vulnerability, hackers find
Despite the much-publicised advances in cyber attack techniques, a well-known, well-documented and avoidable vulnerability is still the most popular for attackers to exploit – along with others like it that are often overlooked, white hat hackers reveal Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2018
Cage director Rabbani heads for Supreme Court after appeals court rules password demands lawful
Muhammad Rabbani, director of campaigning group Cage, will appeal to the Supreme Court after Court of Appeal rules that police did not act unlawfully by demanding his computer and mobile phone passwords under Section 7 of the Terrorism Act Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2018
Enterprise cyber threat remediation ineffective, study shows
Enterprise cyber threat remediation needs to improve in several key areas, according to an analysis of common remediation strategies Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2018
BSI launches kitemark for internet of things devices
The British Standards Institution has launched a new kitemark for IoT devices, designed to improve consumer trust in the technology Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2018
No need to panic about Efail attacks
Initial reports about vulnerabilities in email encryption technologies have urged organisations to disable encryption tools, but some security experts are taking a more balanced approach Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 May 2018
It’s not too late to get GDPR ready
With the GDPR compliance deadline on 25 May 2018, there is little time to get ready, but it is not too late, according to the IAPP, which provides a checklist to help organisations ensure they are in the best position possible for the deadline Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2018
Technology continues to transform crime, warns NCA
The UK’s National Crime Agency warns that developments in technology will continue to transform the future crime landscape, in its latest report on serious and organised crime Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2018
Police Scotland did not inform public of mobile phone searches
Members of the Scottish Parliament heard that Police Scotland did not conduct impact assessments or give explanations to the public when they were accessing private data on their mobile phones Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2018
EFF welcomes backdoor-blocking US bill
International digital rights organisation welcomes proposed US legislation that will prevent the government from forcing a company to build backdoors into encrypted products and services Continue Reading
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Opinion
10 May 2018
Hacking the internet of things just got easier – it’s time to look at your security
Are you taking security for internet-connected devices seriously enough? Continue Reading
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E-Zine
10 May 2018
CW Benelux: Rotterdam charts course to become world’s smartest port
The Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands is using internet of things and artificial intelligence technology from IBM in a bid to become the world’s smartest port. Also read how companies in the Netherlands are only partly ready for the country’s version of the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and why the European Central Bank thinks cash will remain in use in the Eurozone for a very long time. Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2018
Embrace GDPR to remain competitive, says OWI
The EU’s General Data Protection Regulation is set to raise the bar internationally for data protection and should be embraced to remain competitive, says report Continue Reading
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News
09 May 2018
Equifax breach lessons not learned
Businesses are still downloading vulnerable versions of the software that was at the heart of the Equifax data breach and failing to update to safe versions, a security firm has revealed Continue Reading
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News
09 May 2018
Breach disclosure time still high, report shows
Companies are getting faster at disclosing breaches, but the average is still too high in the light of the GDPR and other breach disclosure regulations, a report shows Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 May 2018
Security Think Tank: Five tips for killing the campers on your network
Why is reducing cyber attacker dwell time important and how should this be tackled? Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2018
Financial sector cyber-related laws are a bellwether, says Deloitte
As the regulatory landscape becomes more complex, organisations should look to the financial sector to see what else is coming, as well as focus on three key areas of GDPR compliance, according to Deloitte Continue Reading
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Blog Post
08 May 2018
Fintech professional’s tech predictions: 7- support for disconnecting from the connected world
Young people will start disconnecting from connected world as risks outweigh benefits Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2018
Virtual tripwire to keep elephant poachers out of Zambian national park
Cisco and Dimension Data are working to protect Zambia’s at-risk elephant population after a successful pilot project in South Africa Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2018
Majority of security professionals favour shorter disclosure deadline
Google’s Project Zero unit’s 90-day deadline for software suppliers to disclose vulnerabilities has always been controversial, but a survey reveals that most security professionals feel even that is too long Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 May 2018
Security Think Tank: More time equals more opportunity for cyber attackers
Why is reducing cyber attacker dwell time important and how should this be tackled? Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2018
Security pros must avoid hype, demonstrate value, says RBS CISO
Security professionals must avoid over-hyping cyber threats, and penetration testers need to reinvent themselves to demonstrate value to businesses to remain relevant, says RBS CISO Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2018
Twitter password security bug underlines need for industry change
Twitter has revealed that a bug in its systems resulted in some passwords being stored in a log in clear text, underlining the need for alternative authentication methods, say industry commentators Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2018
Fibre network breakthrough has implications for data security
Researchers have devised a new protocol that they claim vastly extends the range of quantum key distribution over fibre networks Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2018
City Police use Lego simulation to teach businesses cyber security
City of London Police are offering to train business leaders and IT security in cyber security using a Lego simulation that is surprisingly close to real life Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2018
Redscan warns of GDPR phishing scams
Cyber criminals are using fake GDPR-related privacy notices to trick recipients into disclosing personal data and spread malware, a security firm warns Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2018
Cambridge Analytica closure will not halt probe, says ICO
The London-based data mining firm at the heart of the Facebook data exploitation scandal has announced it is closing, but the ICO says the probe into its actions will still go ahead Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 May 2018
Security Think Tank: Containment should be top priority in cyber breaches
Why is reducing cyber attacker dwell time important, and how should this be tackled? Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2018
Fresh blow for Facebook as court refuses stay in Max Schrems legal action
Facebook has lost a legal attempt to delay the Irish High Court from seeking answers from the European Court of Justice over the legality of EU-US data transfers Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2018
ARM aims to boost physical security of IoT
Chipmaker ARM announces microprocessor aimed at improving the physical security capabilities of devices making up the internet of things Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2018
Workday to continue investing heavily in APAC
Cloud applications supplier has increased its investments in the region by more than 50% in the past year, and is looking to maintain its double-digit growth in international markets Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2018
Security industry welcomes City of London Police cyber initiative
The security industry has welcomed plans to fight cyber crime in the heart of London using a community-based approach, but says more investment in cyber security skills is required Continue Reading