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Mass 201 CMR 17: Basics for security practitioners
Massachusetts data protection law 201 CMR 17 went into effect on March 1, 2010. Get an in-depth look at the requirements of this law, and find out what needs to be done to become compliant with the law. Learning Guide
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How to prevent iPhone spying: Mobile phone management tips
So you have an iPhone, you don't access the Internet, you use a PIN to authenticate and you never let the device out of your site. Michael Cobb explains why iPhone spying still isn't out of the question. Tip
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FTC probes P2P corporate data leaks
An FTC investigation found financial records, drivers' license and Social Security numbers available for viewing on P2P networks. News
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Number of identity fraud victims jumps
Javelin identity fraud report reveals trends in identity fraud as criminals increasingly target the online channel Article
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Criminals hack Town of Poughkeepsie online bank account
Town officials say $378,000 was siphoned to overseas accounts, criticize bank for not catching the theft Article
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MA 201 CMR 17 enforcement less likely with prompt reporting, cooperation
The official charged with enforcing the MA 201 CMR 17 data protection law says early reporting of potential breaches and cooperation will help firms avoid enforcement action. Article
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No major PCI DSS revision expected in 2010
The next revision of PCI DSS will contain clarifications, but no major revisions, according to Bob Russo, general manager of the PCI Security Standards Council. Article
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Data breach costs continue to rise in 2009, Ponemon study finds
A Ponemon Institute study of 45 businesses found data breach costs increased last year to $204 per compromised record, a rise of $2 per customer record over 2008 costs. Article
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Chinese hacker attacks target Google Gmail accounts, top tech firms
Up to 33 Silicon Valley tech firms, financial companies and government contractors have been breached by a sophisticated attack believed to have originated in China. Article
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Facebook, McAfee partner to fix social network security issues
Facbook beefs up its account remediation process with a free malware scanning tool, security education and a free antivirus trial followed by a subsidized price on the software. Article
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