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MARCH 4, 2016

. “We moved quickly to fix the issue once it was discovered.”

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

That’s why utilizing tokenization to eliminate the need to store sensitive data in the first place can reduce scope and simplify compliance, said John Noltensmeyer, TokenEx’s Head of Global Privacy and Compliance Solutions. That’s crucial in helping firms prepare for other mandates, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act.

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VISTA InfoSec

JULY 5, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll delve into the significance of PCI DSS compliance in healthcare and explore how it helps protect patient data and privacy. What is data security in healthcare? The healthcare organizations can help to ensure the security of their patients’ financial information and prevent data breaches.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 20, 2016

19) released a report, dubbed “Millennial Study: Privacy vs. Customer Experience,” which charts the digital consumer preferences and behaviors of millennials in seven global markets — the U.S., LexisNexis Risk Solutions on Wednesday (Oct. For example, some companies in the U.S.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 13, 2020

According to the notice, “Upon identifying this potential security issue, we engaged cybersecurity forensic experts and initiated an investigation to determine what happened, what data was affected, and who was impacted.”. It also noted that “we take privacy and security of personal information very seriously.”.

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FICO

JULY 7, 2020

Beware of people claiming to be part of reputable organizations, like research firms or government agencies, asking you for personal information like bank card numbers or your Social Security number. Additionally, update your privacy settings on social networks to restrict access only to people that you trust.

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PYMNTS

MAY 30, 2019

The financial impact of the data breach – which included bank account numbers, Social Security numbers, financial and tax records, and images of drivers’ licenses – is more than $5 million, according to the damages the lawsuit is seeking. First American was the title insurer for 11 housing deals.

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EBizCharge

MARCH 18, 2024

From names and addresses to medical insurance and social security, this information must be handled with the utmost care to ensure privacy and security. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that protects the privacy and security of individuals’ health information.

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CB Insights

JULY 31, 2019

Potential exposed information includes Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, and transaction data for credit card customers. The post Client Note: LSE’s Potential Financial Data Merger, Microsoft Acquires Data Privacy Startup, Monday.com Becomes A Unicorn, And More appeared first on CB Insights Research.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 8, 2019

The court decision could have billions of dollars in consequences for the company, and it follows in the heels of a recent fine of $5 billion that Facebook agreed to pay to the Federal Trade Commission over privacy issues. . It’s not like a Social Security card or credit card number where you can change the number.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Consumers pivoting to online banking are also more concerned over the privacy and security of their data, especially as fraud volumes creep up —and financial regulators are taking notice. Around The Cloud Banking World. Some expressed hesitancy surrounding sharing their U.S.

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PYMNTS

MAY 10, 2019

businesses operating in four distinct industry sectors, and violated the privacy of over 78 million people by stealing their PII. This wanton violation of privacy will not stand, and we are committed to bringing those responsible to justice. Benczkowski said in a press release. These defendants allegedly attacked U.S.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 27, 2017

In your wallet is a driver’s license and possibly a Social Security card. There are issuing authorities stretching from the Social Security Administration to the DMV, who, as Webster noted, may offer an analogue for the issuance of such attributes. Maybe a credit card or two. Perhaps you keep a passport in a side pocket.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Briggs said that in the realm of high-value personal information that hackers look to exploit — such as name, date of birth and Social Security number — a user’s location is “the bottom rung” for many customers. “If Disclosing Location Not A Big Deal To Most Consumers. Additionally, most consumers already know and trust their banks.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 3, 2018

A consumer who tries to make an online purchase of eCigarettes might be asked to prove their age by — depending on the retailer — submitting a scan of their driver’s license, for instance, or entering the last four digits of their social security number, with that merchant then doing a background check. Privacy Concerns.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 12, 2016

Even passwords that automatically encrypt as you enter them are under threat, according to Krebs, because “those numbers or keys will be raised briefly on the victim’s screen with each key press.”.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 4, 2019

There is a good argument to be made that consumers are relatively numb to the parade of data breaches that define life in the early 21 st century, but it can also be argued that privacy and security concerns are, nevertheless, taking center stage, given all the recent political activity surrounding that issue.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Facebook’s 2018 regarding the stewardship of user data and privacy was one it would like to soon forget. We have investigated the matter thoroughly, addressed the cause and, as a precaution, have implemented additional security measures,” Macy’s said in an emailed statement. Fitness Hacks. Exactis Hack.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Credit unions possess vast troves of personal information such as credit card data and Social Security numbers that could devastate members if leaked. Third-party incidents are difficult for CUs, as they do not have direct control over outside security practices. CUs’ Tools To Secure Member Privacy .

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PYMNTS

JULY 15, 2020

While the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) works at the statewide level, “… wide-ranging telehealth visit regulations [are] being championed by organizations such as the American Health Association and discussed within the U.S. Healthcare providers in the U.S.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 24, 2019

Some of the files included names, addresses, birth dates, Social Security numbers and bank and checking account numbers, as well as details of loan agreements. federal departments, including the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

First inquiries revolve around personal privacy. Anonymity is desirable for anyone online, as personal information like addresses, financial details, names and Social Security numbers can devastate in the hands of a fraudster, but tasks like conducting online banking and making purchases require identity verification as a prerequisite.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 25, 2019

Two consumer websites have settled with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over allegations that they did not secure consumers’ data, allowing hackers to breach both sites. As part of the settlement, Grago is prohibited from falsely claiming the extent of the security provided by any company he owns and operates. Unixiz, Inc.,

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PYMNTS

APRIL 30, 2018

The breached information included the names, drivers’ license numbers and Social Security numbers of borrowers. “Access Group values the trust our student loan borrowers and co-signers have placed in us, and we hold the privacy of our customers’ personal information in the highest regard,” the company said.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 29, 2018

Security researcher Vinny Troia discovered the breach earlier this month. This type of information is frequently used by hackers to steal identities and break into your accounts,” said DiCello Levitt & Casey Co-founder Levitt, recognized as a pioneer in privacy cases.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 3, 2019

Georgia Tech’s cybersecurity team is conducting a thorough forensic investigation to determine precisely what information was extracted from the system, which may include names, addresses, Social Security numbers and birthdates,” the school revealed in a press release.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 11, 2017

Reports said employee data including names, employee IDs, Social Security numbers and other information was compromised as a result. The privacy and protection of our employee data is a matter we take very seriously.”. Coupa had 652 employees as of the time the news of the data breach emerged.

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PYMNTS

JULY 4, 2018

According to Equifax, the information impacted includes names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses and, in some instances, drivers’ license numbers. The company also reported that 209,000 U.S. consumers.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

For example, those credentials span names and Social Security numbers, the specific device that must be used in the transaction and the PIN itself. In the wake of confirmation, the transaction goes through, but the PIN and text disappear, never having been stored in the phone.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 30, 2019

On March 6, 2019, the FBI informed Citrix that the Bureau had reason to believe international cyber criminals gained access to Citrix’s internal network, according to the letter written by Peter Lefkowitz, the company’s chief privacy and digital risk officer.

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PYMNTS

MAY 22, 2020

Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois and Ohio have warned tens of thousands of residents who have applied online for unemployment benefits due to COVID-19 of possible data breaches that could have exposed names, addresses and Social Security numbers.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The Equifax data breach — impacting sensitive and valuable information ranging from Social Security numbers to birth dates and home addresses — affected more than 150 million people and counting, and it’s become clear that the “one-size-fits-all” approach is no longer effective.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

While both Amazon and Google give users the option to access and delete audio recordings from the cloud, will it be enough to allay users’ privacy concerns? The privacy issue is larger than consumer fear. Current privacy laws are largely behind the times when it comes new technologies.

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PYMNTS

JULY 2, 2018

Just a few weeks in, the data privacy law that has just taken root in the European Union already has some regulators seeking exemptions around the globe. The data included addresses, Social Security numbers and other details. The regulatory landscape has reached beyond the confines of data privacy, of course.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 9, 2017

What’s more, MSCI scored a zero for the privacy and security of consumers’ data. Due to the cybersecurity concerns, MSCI removed Equifax from its stock indices, which evaluate companies based on environmental, social and governance criteria. This is an instance where ESG analysis was really ahead of the curve.”.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

He recounted an incident with a prospective client (now a client) where all the details seemed above board, ranging from driver’s license numbers to Social Security numbers. Yet a GIACT identity test revealed no fewer than 590 applications where Social Security numbers were used to open accounts for people who were deceased.

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Payment Savvy

JUNE 7, 2023

Privacy issues. Although Venmo itself is a reputable company that uses state-of-the-art security technologies, it has faced some privacy issues in the past, which even resulted in a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission. That can limit your leeway, forcing you to use other payment solutions.

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