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Data breach discovery, disclosure outpaces 2007
More data breaches have been reported so far this year than in all of 2007, according to a report released by a nonprofit group that works to prevent fraud. Article | 26 Aug 2008
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PCI groups to focus on wireless, pre-authorization changes
The PCI Security Standards Council has started two special interest groups to focus on pre-authorization and wireless security issues. Article | 21 Aug 2008
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PCI DSS 1.2 clarifies wireless, antivirus use
Version 1.2 of PCI DSS, due out in October, requires 802.1x for wireless protection and antivirus for all operating systems, according to a summary of the changes issued Tuesday. Article | 19 Aug 2008
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TJX hacking ring charged in federal indictment
An indictment handed down Tuesday alleges 11 people schemed to steal millions of credit and debit card numbers from TJX and other retailers. Article | 05 Aug 2008
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Security data lapses hamper researchers
Accurate information on attacks and data breaches could boost research and drive innovation. Column | 01 Jul 2008
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Data breaches caused by employee errors, process failures
A study released by Verizon Business investigative unit found that employee errors are a contributing factor in nearly all data breaches. Article | 11 Jun 2008
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Data breach laws have no effect on prevention, researchers say
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University say there is no evidence that breach notification laws prevent identity theft, but they may have other benefits. Article | 09 Jun 2008
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Walter Reed admits breach of patient information
An employee could have downloaded peer-to-peer (P2P) network software onto a hospital computer putting the data at risk. Article | 03 Jun 2008
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Stolen data ending up in Google cache, say researchers
Unprotected hacker drop sites are being crawled by search engines. Passwords, Social Security numbers and sensitive business information can be uncovered with a simple search. Article | 30 May 2008
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Societe Generale bolsters internal controls, discovers second insider
Trader Jerome Kerviel conducted more than $7 billion in fraudulent trades with the help of an assistant, according to an investigation conducted by banking giant Societe Generale Article | 27 May 2008