Regulatory compliance and standard requirements
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News
11 Dec 2024
Russia focuses cyber attacks on Ukraine rather than West despite rising tension
Computer Weekly talks to GCHQ’s National Cyber Security Centre operations director Paul Chichester and former NCSC chief executive Ciaran Martin on Russia, China and Salt Typhoon Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
10 Dec 2024
Defending against cyber grinches: AI for enhanced security
On the Seventh Day of AI, Defending against cyber grinches: AI for enhanced security, we explore the double-edged sword of AI in cybersecurity and how businesses can protect themselves against the cyber grinches. Continue Reading
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News
21 Jan 2020
5G builders test vulnerabilities in Finnish hackathon
University hackathon puts 5G security to the test as new wireless technology’s roll-out nears Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
21 Jan 2020
High-street banks face disruption three weeks after Travelex hack
Foreign exchange services still disrupted, three weeks after Travelex received a $6m ransom demand from cyber gangsters Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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20 Jan 2020
Don’t become the next Travelex: Get ready for ransomware
With Travelex’s IT still in disarray and banks and travellers left without access to funds more than a week after it was hit by a ransomware attack, we ask what others can learn from the foreign exchange services company’s response to the incident. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jan 2020
GDPR nets more than €100m in fines, with more to come
Fines totalling €114m have already been collected under GDPR, and this figure will spike in 2020 if the UK regulator succeeds in imposing record fines on BA and Marriott Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Jan 2020
CAA debuts aviation cyber security assurance scheme
Civil Aviation Authority and Crest announce the first companies to be accredited under the CAA’s new cyber security oversight scheme, Assure Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
16 Jan 2020
UK’s phone and internet bulk data surveillance unlawful, says EU court opinion
The Advocate General of the European Court of Justice issues legal opinions finding that the UK, French and Belgian bulk surveillance regimes are unlawful Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
16 Jan 2020
Security Think-Tank: Tackle insider threats to achieve data-centric security
The belief that effective perimeter security is the best way to protect data is a fallacy that is being repeatedly exposed. We must recognise the need for a data-centric security model to protect data from both internal and external threats, but what does this mean for security professionals? Continue Reading
By- Mike Yeomans, Information Security Forum
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News
16 Jan 2020
Thailand gets ready for data protection law
Thailand’s personal data protection law comes into effect in May 2020, subjecting organisations to new rules that safeguard the personal data of individuals Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
15 Jan 2020
LGBTQ+ social app Grindr accused of breaching GDPR
Norwegian Consumer Council files complaints about LGBTQ+ social networking app, alleging it is in breach of the General Data Protection Regulation Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
15 Jan 2020
Threat landscape grew in complexity in 2019, no respite in sight
Check Point’s annual state of security report shares some 2019 trends and looks ahead to 2020 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 Jan 2020
Two-thirds of UK healthcare organisations breached last year
The majority of healthcare organisations in the UK experienced a cyber security incident during 2019, with almost half the result of viruses and malware introduced on third party devices Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 Jan 2020
Turn the end of Windows 7 support into a security advantage
CISOs can take advantage of the end of support for Microsoft Windows 7 by making the case for more investment in cyber security Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
10 Jan 2020
Learning from the Travelex cyber attack: Failing to prepare is preparing to fail
The key lesson to take from the Travelex breach is that an effective response to a breach is a critical business function and no longer the sole province of the IT department Continue Reading
By- Brian Honan, BH Consulting
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News
09 Jan 2020
Travelex hackers threaten to sell credit card data on dark web
Sodinokibi cyber gangsters have threatened to sell Travelex customers’ private data on a Russian underground cyber crime forum if it fails to pay a $6m ransom Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2020
Retail group Dixons Carphone fined £500,000 over data breach
Dixons Carphone receives maximum possible pre-GDPR fine from the ICO following a 2018 data breach Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
09 Jan 2020
DRaaS decisions: Key choices in disaster recovery as a service
We examine the key decisions when considering DRaaS. Whether to go full self-service, assisted or managed will depend on what you need to protect and your in-house resources Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jan 2020
Whisper it… but could a cyber attack be good for your career?
All too often it’s the CISO who carries the can for an enterprise security failure, but this might not be a bad thing. There’s lots of evidence to suggest that falling victim to a cyber attack may actually enhance your CV Continue Reading
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09 Jan 2020
New GDPR service aims to ease compliance challenges
Security consultants claim their software platform will address a pressing need for an effective and efficient means of complying with data protection rules Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
08 Jan 2020
Half of UK citizens want tighter data regulations
Over 50% of UK citizens believe the gathering and use of personal data should be subject to more stringent government oversight, according to Fujitsu Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
08 Jan 2020
Five ways that backup has changed since the days of tape
Back in the day, all this was tape, but times have changed, with cloud-to-cloud backup, cloud storage, virtual and physical backup appliances and myriad endpoint hardware Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Jan 2020
Security Think Tank: Let’s call time on inciting fear among users
The traditional picture of a hacker is of a script kiddie in a hoodie hunched over a computer keyboard, but this stereotype is stale and outdated. Is it time to move away from a fear-based approach to security? Continue Reading
By- Andrew Morris, Turnkey Consulting
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News
03 Jan 2020
Survey about Swedish people’s attitude to the internet reveals growing distrust of social media
Swedish citizens are becoming more concerned about the activities of social media companies and are reducing their online interaction with them as a result Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
03 Jan 2020
Suspected ransomware attack causes worldwide disruption for Travelex
Travelex switches off computer systems and resorts to cash-only currency sales after malware attack. Insiders claim the currency exchange chain has been hit by ransomware which has left critical files containing customer data encrypted Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jan 2020
California’s CCPA an opportunity for security industry to do better
California’s consumer protection and data privacy laws came into effect on 1 January 2020, and present a golden opportunity for the cyber security practitioners Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
02 Jan 2020
Interview: Why we need a GDPR for dead people
Back in 2000, there was no Facebook or Twitter and the smartphone revolution had not begun. Today, digital identities outlive the people they represent Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
31 Dec 2019
Top 10 investigative stories of 2019
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 investigative stories of 2019 Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Dec 2019
Top 10 enterprise IT in the Middle East stories of 2019
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 enterprise IT in the Middle East stories of 2019 Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
24 Dec 2019
Top 10 cyber crime stories of 2019
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 cyber crime stories of 2019 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
23 Dec 2019
Top 10 cyber security stories of 2019
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 cyber security stories of 2019 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 Dec 2019
Finnish government supports local authorities in cyber security initiative
The Finnish government has committed resources to a cyber security project aimed at local authorities Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
19 Dec 2019
EU court opinion finds EU-US data transfers lawful but raises questions over Privacy Shield
The Advocate General of the European Court says standard contractual clauses are lawful, but raises questions over the impact of US surveillance on the legality of Privacy Shield Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Dec 2019
Facebook: Legality of EU-US data sharing to be decided by Court of Justice
The Advocate General of the European Court of Justice will give an opinion on the legality of EU-US data transfers that could have major implications for big tech companies and US government mass surveillance practices Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Dec 2019
Top 10 Australia IT stories of 2019
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 Australia IT stories of 2019 Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
17 Dec 2019
Group-IB CEO talks up global threat landscape
Public attribution of cyber attacks could backfire while a global cyber norms framework won’t emerge until a catastrophic incident occurs, says the head of Singapore-based Group-IB Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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Opinion
16 Dec 2019
Can Europe legally share data with the US? A court far away is about to decide
The European Court of Justice will deliver an opinion on whether Europe can legally continue to send private data about European citizens to the US Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Dec 2019
Security Think Tank: Data-centric security requires a holistic approach
The belief that effective perimeter security is the best way to protect data is a fallacy that is being repeatedly exposed. We must recognise the need for a data-centric security model to protect data from both internal and external threats, but what does this mean for security professionals? Continue Reading
By- James Walsh, Fieldfisher
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Opinion
16 Dec 2019
We can’t allow fake news and disinformation to upend our democracy
Fake news, misinformation and cyber attacks are part of our political process – now is the time to act Continue Reading
By- Andrew Roughan, Plexal
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Feature
10 Dec 2019
Best practices to help CISOs prepare for CCPA
With the CCPA taking effect in 2020, check out security chiefs' best practices to get ahead and stay ahead of impending data privacy and protection compliance regulations. Continue Reading
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Opinion
10 Dec 2019
The art of surveillance: the Stasi archives and the Investigatory Powers Act
A photographic exhibition captures the chilling impact of surveillance in the UK and the former German Democratic Republic Continue Reading
By- Rose Butler, Sheffield Hallam University
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News
10 Dec 2019
Scottish Justice Committee wants extra powers for biometrics commissioner
Members of Scottish Parliament in the Justice Committee have welcomed the creation of a biometrics commissioner for Scotland, but want ensure that they have the ‘necessary teeth’ for the job Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
09 Dec 2019
China bans foreign computing kit from government contracts
All government offices and public institutions must eliminate foreign hardware and software within three years, according to a leaked directive dubbed 3-5-2 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
06 Dec 2019
Dutch government must facilitate and coordinate a broad eID system
The Dutch government should push for an electronic ID system for its citizens that works across the public and private sectors, according to a report Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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Opinion
05 Dec 2019
Security Think Tank: Time for a devolution of responsibility
The belief that effective perimeter security is the best way to protect data is a fallacy that is being repeatedly exposed. We must recognise the need for a data-centric security model to protect data from both internal and external threats, but what does this mean for security professionals? Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2019
Black Hat Europe: Mental health websites are leaking user data
At Black Hat Europe in London, researchers reveal the extent to which confidential data is being leaked to third parties by online mental health websites Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
04 Dec 2019
Black Hat Europe: Red teams and blue teams must evolve in the 2020s
The red team versus blue team dichotomy is somewhat arbitrary and risks pigeonholing skilled security professionals into certain roles, says Facebook’s Amanda Rousseau Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
04 Dec 2019
Security Think Tank: Optimise data-centric strategies with AI
The belief that effective perimeter security is the best way to protect data is a fallacy that is being repeatedly exposed. We must recognise the need for a data-centric security model to protect data from both internal and external threats, but what does this mean for security professionals? Continue Reading
By- Stuart Lyons, PA Consulting
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Opinion
03 Dec 2019
Cyber security: How to avoid a disastrous PICNIC
Fieldfisher’s David Lorimer examines how individual employees often facilitate cyber attacks, and what can be done to reduce the risk Continue Reading
By- David Lorimer, Fieldfisher
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News
03 Dec 2019
Survey finds most firms don’t respond to GDPR requests in time
Most organisations do not respond to requests for GDPR data in the one month allowed, while many return incorrect data. The education sector does best, but the public sector lags behind Continue Reading
By- Antony Adshead, Storage Editor
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News
03 Dec 2019
Chinese web users take more risks than Brits or Americans
A research paper published by the University of Birmingham seems to show that differences in cultural values have an impact both on risky behaviour online and legal regulation Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
29 Nov 2019
Hack Friday: This Christmas, fight back against cyber criminals
It’s nearly Christmas, and cyber attacks and fraud attempts in the retail sector are ramping up. Is it time to panic? And is there anything we can do beyond hammering home the message around basic cyber security hygiene? Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
28 Nov 2019
Get ready for CCPA: Implications for UK businesses
The California Consumer Privacy Act, a wide-ranging data privacy and consumer protection law, comes into effect on 1 January 2020. How does CCPA differ from the EU GDPR regulations and what are the responsibilities for UK businesses operating in the US? Continue Reading
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News
28 Nov 2019
Top APAC security predictions for 2020
More attacks on critical infrastructure, supply chain vulnerabilities and file-less attacks are some of the security threats that enterprises should keep an eye on next year Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
26 Nov 2019
Enterprises muddled over cloud security responsibilities
A McAfee study suggests that 2020 will be a big year for cloud adoption, but confusion still persists over who is responsible for securing it Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
26 Nov 2019
Facebook undermined rivals in bid to dominate global messaging
Facebook used buyouts and bullying tactics towards competitors to grow its business empire, documents leaked to Computer Weekly reveal Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
- Crina Boros
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News
25 Nov 2019
Uber app exploit posed safety risk to passengers
A flaw in Uber’s system meant thousands of trips in London were taken with unauthorised drivers at the wheel Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Nov 2019
IT chiefs recognise the risks of artificial intelligence bias
Artificial intelligence promises to change the way businesses operate. IT leaders are now taking bias in AI algorithms seriously Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
22 Nov 2019
Druva eyes data protection for IoT workloads
Cloud data protection software supplier Druva is looking at a comprehensive platform that will protect data generated by IoT workloads Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
21 Nov 2019
British Airways cancels flights due to technical issue
British Airways customers are suffering delays and cancellations as a result as a technical issue Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
21 Nov 2019
Security Think Tank: Stopping data leaks in the cloud
Misconfigured cloud environments are increasingly identified as the source of damaging data breaches and leaks, raising serious questions for enterprises. Where does responsibility for data security in the cloud lie, and how can security professionals best work with their teams and cloud providers to resolve the problem? Continue Reading
By- Cath Goulding, Nominet
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News
21 Nov 2019
How Nicigas is disrupting Japan’s gas market with IoT
Japanese energy retailer Nicigas is deploying 850,000 IoT devices to convert traditional gas meters into smart meters to unlock consumption data amid efforts to shake up the utilities industry Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
19 Nov 2019
Public sector risks downplayed by senior IT leaders
Sophos reveals a significant cyber security perception gap between senior IT and security leaders in the public sector and their front-line teams Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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18 Nov 2019
ICO says UK police must ‘slow down’ use of facial recognition
The Information Commissioner’s Office is calling for a statutory code of practice to govern how police in the UK deploy live facial recognition technology while controversy surrounding its use continues. Continue Reading
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News
14 Nov 2019
Cyber criminals tool up for Christmas fraud season
Organised criminals are trying to cash in on the festive retail boom with both brand new and tried-and-tested techniques Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
13 Nov 2019
What the EU’s decision on Facebook means for social media
Recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union will have global implications for social media companies and any organisations that host online content Continue Reading
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News
13 Nov 2019
Business must engage with consumers to boost AI
Artificial intelligence is set to become a core part of business, but to get the most from it, enterprises need to engage with consumers to focus personalisation Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Feature
13 Nov 2019
Taking responsibility for security in the cloud
From accidental leaks to full-on data breaches, maintaining security across cloud services is becoming a headache for enterprises. What questions should organisations be asking of their cloud service provider and, ultimately, whose responsibility is cloud security anyway? Continue Reading
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News
13 Nov 2019
Cyber risk insurance is more than just insurance
Insurance companies such as Chubb are offering incident response services and security tools to help companies improve their cyber security posture and better cope with cyber attacks Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
12 Nov 2019
Nordic SMEs lack the money needed for cyber security
Businesses and governments in Denmark and Norway are working together to address a cyber security shortfall for SMEs in each country Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
12 Nov 2019
PCI DSS payment security compliance drops again
Worldwide, barely one-third of companies are maintaining full compliance with the PCI DSS security standard – and the numbers are falling Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
08 Nov 2019
Security Think Tank: Base cloud security posture on your data footprint
Misconfigured cloud environments are increasingly identified as the source of damaging data breaches and leaks, raising serious questions for enterprises. Where does responsibility for data security in the cloud lie, and how can security professionals best work with their teams and cloud providers to resolve the problem? Continue Reading
By- Rob Clyde, Isaca
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Opinion
07 Nov 2019
Security Think Tank: Cloud security is a shared responsibility
Misconfigured cloud environments are increasingly identified as the source of damaging data breaches and leaks, raising serious questions for enterprises. Where does responsibility for data security in the cloud lie, and how can security professionals best work with their teams and cloud providers to resolve the problem? Continue Reading
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Opinion
07 Nov 2019
Security in the supply chain – a post-GDPR approach
A year and a half after the introduction of the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation, Fieldfisher's James Walsh reviews the fundamentals of supply chain security Continue Reading
By- James Walsh, Fieldfisher
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Feature
06 Nov 2019
Navigate PII data protection and GDPR to meet privacy mandates
Know the commonalities surrounding personally identifiable information to better navigate and comply with the regulations and penalties IT managers must contend with today. Continue Reading
By- Marc Staimer, Dragon Slayer Consulting
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News
06 Nov 2019
Lawmakers study leaked Facebook documents made public today
Computer Weekly publishes cache of leaked documents disclosed to Congress Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
06 Nov 2019
What changes are needed to create a cyber-savvy culture?
PA Consulting's Cate Pye considers the people and process changes that are necessary to build a security aware business culture Continue Reading
By- Cate Pye, PA Consulting
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News
06 Nov 2019
Huawei: 5G growth will be maintained with or without US tech supply
Huawei dismisses US tech sabre-rattling and claims it will continue robust business growth in 5G with or without US suppliers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
06 Nov 2019
Security Think Tank: Adapt security posture to your cloud model
Misconfigured cloud environments are increasingly identified as the source of damaging data breaches and leaks, raising serious questions for enterprises. Where does responsibility for data security in the cloud lie, and how can security professionals best work with their teams and cloud providers to resolve the problem? Continue Reading
By- Maxine Holt, Omdia
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Opinion
05 Nov 2019
Security Think Tank: The cloud needs security by design
Misconfigured cloud environments are increasingly identified as the source of damaging data breaches and leaks, raising serious questions for enterprises. Where does responsibility for data security in the cloud lie, and how can security professionals best work with their teams and cloud providers to resolve the problem? Continue Reading
By- Simon Persin, Turnkey Consulting
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E-Zine
05 Nov 2019
The benefits of API-first software development
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how organisations are using an API-based approach to software development to boost digital initiatives. We examine the potential pitfalls in using cloud storage. And we talk to the Department for Work and Pensions about its four-year project to move from outsourced IT to the cloud. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
05 Nov 2019
Gartner: The time is right to make IT a boardroom issue
In many businesses, IT is regarded as an internal service provider and cost centre. Gartner says now is the best time for CIOs to make IT strategic Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Opinion
04 Nov 2019
Security Think Tank: Secure the cloud when negotiating contracts
Misconfigured cloud environments are increasingly identified as the source of damaging data breaches and leaks, raising serious questions for enterprises. Where does responsibility for data security in the cloud lie, and how can security professionals best work with their teams and cloud providers to resolve the problem? Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Nov 2019
Making the case for integrated risk management
Security experts discuss how an integrated approach to risk and governance can be effectively managed Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
01 Nov 2019
General Election sees UK government defer ‘high-risk’ 5G tech supplier review
Decision on allowing so-called high-risk suppliers access to the UK’s market for 5G infrastructure delayed due to 12 December poll Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
01 Nov 2019
ICO says UK police must ‘slow down’ use of facial recognition
The Information Commissioner’s Office is calling for a statutory code of practice to govern how police in the UK deploy live facial recognition technology while controversy surrounding its use continues Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton , Senior reporter
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Opinion
01 Nov 2019
Security Think Tank: In the cloud, the buck stops with you
Misconfigured cloud environments are increasingly identified as the source of damaging data breaches and leaks, raising serious questions for enterprises. Where does responsibility for data security in the cloud lie, and how can security professionals best work with their teams and cloud providers to resolve the problem? Continue Reading
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News
01 Nov 2019
Banks let customers down with mixed approaches to security
Treasury Committee report recommends new measures to tackle financial fraud Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
31 Oct 2019
Facebook agrees to pay £500,000 fine over Cambridge Analytica data law breaches
Social media giant also promises to change the way its platform is used to protect people’s data Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
31 Oct 2019
Alibaba Cloud earns security credentials in automotive and healthcare sectors
Alibaba Cloud’s compliance with Tisax and GxP follows earlier efforts by major public cloud suppliers to win over enterprises with strict data protection and security rules Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
30 Oct 2019
What will succeed the National Cyber Security Strategy?
As the National Cyber Security Strategy nears the end of its working life, the government is considering what comes next, and is asking probing questions of its successes and failures Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
29 Oct 2019
IR35 reforms – the difficult decisions facing IT contractors
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the difficult choices facing UK IT contractors from the controversial IR35 tax reforms. Social engineering is a major source of cyber security attacks – we look at mitigation strategies. And the IT chief at Mercedes F1 explains what it takes to support a world championship team. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Oct 2019
Security Think Tank: Embedding security in governance
How can security professionals help their organisations move from traditional governance, risk and compliance to integrated risk management that integrates risk activities from across an organisation to enable better strategic decision-making? Continue Reading
By- Sandeep Godbole, ISACA
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News
23 Oct 2019
Take responsibility for cyber security basics, urges NCSC CEO
At the launch of its third annual review, NCSC head Ciaran Martin appealed for individuals and businesses to address the fundamentals of cyber security hygiene to help lighten the load Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Oct 2019
Brexit: Withdrawal agreement lists EU IT data link beyond transition
Document lists system-to-system IT and network connectivity that will be required after the UK leaves the European Union Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
17 Oct 2019
Security threat landscape becomes more organised and business-like
Approaches to securing the enterprise need to change in the face of a rapidly maturing threat landscape Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
17 Oct 2019
Security Think Tank: Focus on metrics to manage risk
How can security professionals help their organisations move from traditional governance, risk and compliance to integrated risk management that integrates risk activities from across an organisation to enable better strategic decision making? Continue Reading
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17 Oct 2019
Emerging markets’ mobile financial services transactions set to surpass $1tn in by 2024
Mobile financial services transaction value will grow by 70% from 2019 to 2014 to total more than $1tn, driven by markets such as Latin America and Cico transactions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
16 Oct 2019
Security Think Tank: Embed security professionals in your risk strategy
How can security professionals help their organisations move from traditional governance, risk and compliance to integrated risk management that integrates risk activities from across an organisation to enable better strategic decision-making? Continue Reading
By- Deshini Newman, (ISC)²
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Opinion
15 Oct 2019
Security Think Tank: Risk management must go beyond spreadsheets
How can security professionals help their organisations move from traditional governance, risk and compliance to integrated risk management that integrates risk activities from across an organisation to enable better strategic decision making? Continue Reading
By- Richard Hunt, Turnkey Consulting
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E-Zine
15 Oct 2019
Securing the internet of things
In this week’s Computer Weekly, as security concerns prevent many organisations from adopting the internet of things, we examine mitigation strategies. Many firms are still struggling with GDPR policies – we assess if full compliance is ever possible. And we look at the technologies for delivering on-premise object storage. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Podcast
14 Oct 2019
PCI DSS: Credit card data and what to expect from version 4.0
We preview October’s PCI Europe Community Meeting where attendees will discuss credit card payment data, with topics covered likely to include the cloud and point-to-point encryption Continue Reading
By- Antony Adshead, Storage Editor