Tag: data privacy
Data privacy by design: a new standard ensures consumer privacy at every step
On the eve of new EU regulations, and in the wake of recent large-scale data privacy breaches, a new ISO committee is leading the way with guidelines that put the consumer back in control.
Facebook Users Undeterred by Privacy Scandal
A recent online poll shows that Facebook scandal had little impact on the frequency with which users visit the social media site.
Irony of leaky app at RSA Conference not lost on attendees
Every once in a while, 280 characters can make people scratch their heads. Learning about a security flaw in a mobile app designed for a security conference is one of those things that people find puzzling. Or not.
Grindr under fire for sharing HIV status of users
Social networking service ignited privacy worries over how it shared sensitive user details including HIV status and GPS location with third-party services.
Facebook keeps tabs on Android SMS and calls
Users find Facebook has been keeping records of their calls and text messages.
US Police Unlock iPhones with Fingerprints of Deceased
It is now relatively common for fingerprints of the deceased to be depressed on the scanner of Apple iPhone devices.
Caribbean – Become a Certified ISO 27001 ISMS Lead Implementer
Join us in Port of Spain on 04-08 June for the ISO 27001 ISMS Lead Implementer training event. Sign up today!
Beware of Valentine’s Day online scams
While the internet houses a large number of dating sites that serve their purpose, many abound with romance scams - especially near Valentine's Day!
The labs that protect against cyber warfare
The world has entered a new era of conflict – offensive cyber-attacks aimed at infrastructure and society, all done without a shot being fired.
Common GDPR myths debunked
Noise around the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is getting louder as the 2018 deadline for enforcement approaches. Common myths debunked!
Who is more prepared for GDPR? The UK, Europe or the US?
Study finds IT professionals in the UK are more supportive of and informed about GDPR than their counterparts in the EU and the US. GDPR preparation should be dominating boardroom and IT discussions as the May 2018 deadline approaches. But how exactly are IT departments preparing for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)? Research from Spiceworks ...