VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 19, 2024

On June 17, 2024, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (DPH) disclosed a data breach impacting more than 200,000 clients, employees, and other individuals. It, however, did not disclose when the breach was detected. It has also begun training all its employees in email security, especially inbound emails.

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 21, 2023

Not sure where to start if you notice a data breach? Here are seven essential steps to follow Becoming aware that your company has suffered a data breach can be unsettling. Identifying and Containing the Damage Once you have been made aware of a data breach, the first step is to identify and contain the damage.

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The Fintech Times

JUNE 3, 2024

Using the world’s largest proprietary risk and threat intelligence dataset, SecurityScorecard , the cybersecurity analyser, studied cybersecurity breaches across the UK’s 100 largest companies by market capitalisation, releasing a comprehensive analysis of the landscape of the FTSE 100 in the UK.

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VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Thus, it’s imperative for individuals and organisations navigating the digital world to implement no less than the most robust cybersecurity measures available. The nation’s strategic approach to safeguarding its digital landscape showcases a commitment to innovative and comprehensive cybersecurity mechanisms.

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VISTA InfoSec

MAY 12, 2024

Given this recent wave of cyberattacks, all small businesses must do their part to secure their Point of Sale (POS) systems from unauthorized parties. To keep your business secure, only engage with payment processors and vendors that comply with PCI DSS.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 14, 2020

FireEye has closed on a $400 million investment by Blackstone , barely a week after one of the world’s top cybersecurity firms disclosed that its own files were hacked by what federal authorities suspect was a foreign intelligence service.

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Bank Automation

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Financial institutions prioritize investment in cybersecurity technology but no matter how much they spend for protection, their systems and data remain vulnerable. “You could never say any organization is 100% secure and they’ll never be hacked,” Ray Kelly, fellow at cybersecurity company Synopsys Software Integrity Group, told Bank Automation News, (..)

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Fintech Finance

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Tribe Payments, the innovative digital payments and infrastructure orchestrator specialising in issuer and acquirer processing, has achieved ISO 27001 certification, the strongest possible global information security standard.

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Today, we bring you insights from industry leaders regarding the changing dynamics of cybersecurity threats and trends in 2024. “A never-ending stream of data breaches combined with highly sophisticated and technical attacks means the stolen personal information available on the dark web is continuously replenished.

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially vulnerable to these attacks due to limited resources and a lack of cyber security expertise. Understanding the significance of cyber security is crucial for protecting sensitive data and ensuring business continuity. What are the most common cyber security threats for SMEs?

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Stax

MARCH 4, 2024

To stay ahead of fraud means merchants must understand the threats, use trusted and secure providers, and keep up to date on payment security trends. So, let’s dive into payment security, touching on the basics of what you need to know to ensure secure payments.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 10, 2024

Over half of financial organisations (55 per cent) have prioritised cybersecurity above all else for the coming year, according to new research from IT infrastructure provider Softcat. The annual report revealed that, for the second year in a row, the financial sector is prioritising cybersecurity above all technology areas.

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Today, we bring you insights from industry leaders regarding the changing dynamics of cybersecurity threats and trends in 2024, including AI’s impact, behavioural biometrics, fraud prevention, masking and enhanced security for financial services.

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EBizCharge

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Now more than ever, businesses are focusing on preventing data breaches and implementing response protocols to mitigate breaches if they occur. According to the 2023 IBM Data Breach Report , the global average cost of data breaches was $4.45 What are data breaches?

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

What has the CrowdStrike incident, which caused a global IT outage affecting millions of devices, taught us, and what steps need to be taken to ensure a secure payment landscape?” CrowdStrike: A wake-up call On 19 July 2024, a faulty software update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike hit 8.5

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 27, 2024

In a recent development that has raised concerns across the education sector, Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has confirmed a significant data breach involving student information. Conclusion The ramifications of this breach extend beyond immediate security concerns. 5 / 5 ( 1 vote )

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The Fintech Times

MAY 15, 2024

In a move to bolster cybersecurity and protections for AI models against hacking and sabotage, the UK government has officially unveiled a host of new measures, which also hope to set a new global standard. This lack of transparency means it can be hard to identify and address potential biases or security risks.

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VISTA InfoSec

APRIL 5, 2024

Furthermore, complementing it with a managed security service provider (MSSP) ensures IT systems are secure and protected from malicious software threats. Data privacy and security Protecting your data and taking preventive measures to keep it away from fraudsters is important in the era of remote work. Tainted reputation.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

But the Financial Times (FT) reported moving from a furnished office space to a living room table can present cybersecurity risks. IBM reported the average cost of a single breach for a business is nearly $4 million, according to FT. Once rare, telecommuting has become routine during the pandemic.

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

This guide will cover key aspects of seamlessly implementing CCaaS, from choosing the right provider to ensuring robust cybersecurity measures. Ensuring Robust Cybersecurity Cybersecurity becomes a critical concern as businesses shift their operations to the cloud.

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The Paypers

JANUARY 25, 2021

Australia’s securities regulator ASIC has declared a cybersecurity breach at a server it used to transfer files including credit licence applications, according to Reuters.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 28, 2019

California-based Imperva , a principal cybersecurity provider that works to prevent website breaches, has said it was hacked, The Next Web reported on Wednesday (Aug. The popular security vendor said its cloud-based firewall product exposed user data online, including email addresses, passwords, API keys and SSL certificates.

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 7, 2024

As flexible working arrangements become increasingly common across every industry, companies need secure, dependable ways to grant remote employees online access to company data, services, and applications. As businesses become more digital, their vulnerability to cybersecurity threats like data breaches and ransomware attacks also rises.

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 3, 2024

Data should be handled securely and confidentially to prevent unauthorized access. One of the fundamental principles of GDPR is to ensure the security and confidentiality of personal data. The Importance of a Strong Password Policy A strong password policy is a cornerstone of any cybersecurity strategy.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 29, 2018

disclosed it had suffered a data breach, the company also revealed the cause of the cybersecurity incident: a third-party vendor. As the latest breach to hit a major, global conglomerate, the attack on Ticketmaster highlights the growing threat of cyber-weaknesses down a company’s supply chain. When Ticketmaster U.K.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 26, 2020

Cybersecurity insurance company Chubb , which provides aid to companies affected by data breaches, has been hit by one itself, according to a report by TechCrunch. The company said it was looking into a “security incident” that involved unauthorized access with a third-party company. Zack did not say anything beyond that.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

One of Sweden’s largest private insurers, Folksam Group , says a data breach affected one million of its clients. The firm said it discovered the breach after an internal audit and that it has reported the breach to Swedish regulators. elections or fraudsters looking to take advantage of the pandemic’s eCommerce trends.

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The Fintech Times

JULY 30, 2024

The cost of data breaches has been on a steady incline for the past decade. However, evidence from IBM , a multinational tech firm, suggests that in the next 10 years, breaches could cost a lot more as we just experienced the highest year-on-year jump in cyber attacks (10 per cent).

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The Finance Weekly

JUNE 7, 2022

Hack may not be the most comforting word in describing cyber security strategies, but it is nonetheless of paramount importance to defend against cybersecurity breaches. While these threats are an inevitable cancer in the age of digitization, anyone can prevent the potential crises that may emerge from cybersecurity issues.

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Innovative Payments Association

MAY 20, 2024

When companies think about cybersecurity, their first instinct is to think about what technology they have in place to stop hackers. He said that the companies that respond the best to attacks by hackers are those that have developed a good security culture within their organization. Keep software up to date.

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

They are appointed based on article 37 of GDPR, and help organizations stay compliant with data protection laws by overseeing data security policies, monitoring internal compliance, and providing expert advice for staffs managing the potential data privacy risks.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 12, 2020

With over 5,000 cybersecurity vendors in the U.S. But that problem could be a thing of the past thanks to the launch of the world’s first B2B cybersecurity marketplace that enables buyers to easily search, compare pricing and purchase the right IT solution in one place. Compliance Is Key. COVID-Era Changes.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 16, 2024

Biometric-based fraud is the largest threat currently facing financial service providers, Michael Marcotte , co-founder of the National Cybersecurity Center (NCC), explained in a warning to banking executives. Michael Marcotte, CEO of artius.iD

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TechCrunch Fintech

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

An incident disclosure shared with Finastra's banking and financial customers confirms a hacker stole files from a company system. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 12, 2019

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) represented a new phase in data security and EU regulators’ approach to it. Nearly one year since GDPR came into effect, there remain uncertainties about issues like accountability in cases of data breaches at data sharing partners.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Mastercard has unveiled its artificial intelligence (AI)-fueled Cyber Secure tool suite, which lets banks evaluate cyber risk throughout their ecosystems and stop possible breaches from occurring, according to a Friday (Oct. 30) announcement emailed to PYMNTS. Mastercard said the world faces a $5.2

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 30, 2020

A breach of India’s SpiceJet, one of the country’s biggest independent airlines, exposed the data of more than a million passengers, per a report on Thursday (Jan. 30), citing a security researcher. The breach was supposedly discovered via white-hat or ethical hacking , the security researcher said.

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