Data security and privacy

Secure data storage, data loss prevention and encryption are must-have components of any enterprise security strategy, especially as data threats and breaches become increasingly common. Get advice on these topics, along with the latest data security strategies, data backup and recovery info, and more.

June 22, 2022 22 Jun'22
Kaspersky unveils unknown APT actor 'ToddyCat'

The origin of 'ToddyCat' is unknown. However, Kaspersky said the APT actor carries similarities with a number of Chinese-speaking threat groups.
June 22, 2022 22 Jun'22
Publicly disclosed U.S. ransomware attacks database

Each day SearchSecurity looks for every publicly available instance of a ransomware attack in the U.S. and compiles this data into a list to keep readers updated on recent threats.
June 20, 2022 20 Jun'22
Cleveland BSides takes heat for Chris Hadnagy appearance

The Cleveland BSides security conference is experiencing turmoil after booking a 'surprise' keynote speaker who was recently barred from DEF CON for misconduct.
June 20, 2022 20 Jun'22
Paige Thompson found guilty in 2019 Capital One data breach

The former Amazon engineer who hacked AWS and gained access to sensitive data belonging to Capital One customers has been convicted.

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3 threats dirty data poses to the enterprise

The Information Security Forum predicted dirty data will pose three threats to the enterprise. Learn about these threats, and get tips on how to protect your organization from them. Continue Reading
How to overcome GDPR compliance challenges

As GDPR fines and penalties increase, organizations must prioritize compliance to avoid financial and reputational damages. Learn about the top challenges and their solutions. Continue Reading
Top cybersecurity leadership challenges and how to solve them

Security isn't always a top business priority. This creates challenges for the cybersecurity managers and teams that hope to integrate security into their company's agenda. Continue Reading