Security audit, compliance and standards
Get tips from the experts on security audits, compliance and standards. Advice is offered on data privacy and theft, audit planning and management, how to work with auditors, and compliance with standards, regulations and guidelines such as PCI DSS, GLBA, HIPPA, SOX, FISMA, ISO 17799 and COBIT.
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Security audit, compliance and standards News
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January 31, 2019
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Jan'19
Data leak exposes list of Rubrik backup customers
A security snafu left a server containing Rubrik customer information -- including names and contact information -- exposed. Rubrik claims no customer-owned data was leaked.
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January 23, 2019
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Jan'19
Google GDPR fine of $57 million sets record
The Google GDPR fine of $57 million marks the first time a major tech company has been penalized under Europe's new privacy regulations. But the fine is less than the maximum allowable penalty.
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December 20, 2018
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Dec'18
Twitter bugs expose user data and direct messages
Two Twitter bugs led to questions about the platform's user privacy and security, while the company said one of the bugs opened the door to possible state-sponsored attacks.
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December 11, 2018
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Dec'18
Second Google+ data exposure leads to earlier service shutdown
Another Google Plus data exposure -- this time potentially affecting more than 52 million users -- will cause the service to be shut down four months earlier than scheduled.
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How to comply with the California privacy act
Organizations that handle California consumer data have a year to comply with CCPA. Expert Steven Weil discusses what enterprises need to know about the California privacy law. Continue Reading
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COBIT
COBIT is a framework for developing, implementing, monitoring and improving information technology (IT) governance and management practices. Continue Reading
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Compliance with GDPR in Exchange requires extra effort
Exchange administrators outside of the European Union might not think that GDPR affects them, but they should work toward compliance to avoid a stiff penalty if a violation occurs. Continue Reading
Evaluate Security audit, compliance and standards Vendors & Products
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Infoblox's Cricket Liu explains DNS over HTTPS security issues
Cricket Liu, chief DNS architect at Infoblox, explains how DNS over HTTPS and DNS over TLS improve security, as well as challenges the new protocols may soon raise for enterprises. Continue Reading
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A guide to SIEM platforms, benefits and features
Evaluate the top SIEM platforms before making a buying decision. Explore how the top SIEM platform tools protect enterprises by collecting security event data for centralized analysis. Continue Reading
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Cloud browsers: The security benefits of anonymity in the cloud
Cloud browsers can provide a level of security for users seeking anonymity in the cloud. Expert Frank Siemons of the Infosec Institute explains the benefits of cloud browsers. Continue Reading
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Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Anthem data breach settlement points to larger data access
An expert says the biggest lesson to take away from Anthem healthcare's $16 million HIPAA settlement is the need to control who has access to internal systems and patient data. Continue Reading
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What is missing from the NIST/DHS botnet security report?
The joint DHS and NIST report on botnet security offers goals and action items to counter distributed cyberthreats. Learn the report recommendations with expert Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
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Citrix's Peter Lefkowitz on impact of GDPR privacy requirements
New consumer privacy laws are changing the global privacy landscape. Citrix's Peter Lefkowitz explains how Citrix is approaching GDPR compliance and privacy issues in general. Continue Reading
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Health information management professionals aid cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is an ongoing priority -- and challenge -- for healthcare organizations. A health information management team can help keep data secure and protected. Continue Reading
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Q&A: Why data security controls are a hard problem to solve
Feeling less friendly after Facebook? "There is a great deal of power in being able to combine data-sources," says Jay Jacobs, security data scientist. Continue Reading
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When does the clock start for GDPR data breach notification?
As new GDPR data breach notification rules go into effect, companies must be ready to move faster than before. Mimecast's Marc French explains what will change and how to cope. Continue Reading