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HUSH – THIS DATA IS SECRET

CyberSecurity Insiders

Is There Ever Too Much Data? As a security practitioner, you know that businesses are fuelled not only by people but by data. Years ago, the phrase “Big Data” was a new, innovative way to gain a business advantage. Now, big data is the norm. This is a new level of ransomware meets blackmail.

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Twitter data dump of 235 million users available on web

CyberSecurity Insiders

Adding more embarrassment to last year’s Twitter Data Breach, a new finding on the web has discovered a new database dump exposed on an online hacking forum. It appears to be a big data leak as information related to about 235 million users was found by a cyber intelligence firm named Hudson Rock, based in Israel.

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Hackers access DNA data of over 2 million patients

CyberSecurity Insiders

The good news is that the firm that also into COVID-19 detection has immediately secured the database and neutralized the cyber attack consequences within hours, before any big data disaster could occur. DDC has notified those who were affected by the cyber incident.

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Cyber Security Combo: Big Data, Machine Learning and AI

Spinone

From identity theft to credit card numbers being taken away, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence play an instrumental role in establishing new standards for cyber security. While the potential of Big Data is vast, it might lag behind as a standalone tool to deal with hackers due to the enormous volume of data to analyze.

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GUEST ESSAY – Notable events in hacking history that helped transform cybersecurity assessment

The Last Watchdog

Plenty of people worldwide try to hack into networks and retrieve sensitive information to commit further crimes, like identity theft or fraud. While she enjoys tackling topics across the technology space, she’s most passionate about educating readers on cybersecurity and Big Data.

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How to Protect Privacy and Build Secure AI Products

Security Affairs

The Privacy Paradox of AI Data privacy is crucial for AI security. AI systems depend on vast amounts of confidential and personal data, making its protection essential. Breaches can lead to identity theft, financial or IP loss, and eroded trust in AI. About the author : Ron Reiter , CTO and cofounder of Sentra.

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Hush – This Data Is Secret

CyberSecurity Insiders

Is There Ever Too Much Data? As a security practitioner, you know that businesses are fuelled not only by people but by data. Years ago, the phrase “Big Data” was a new, innovative way to gain a business advantage. Now, big data is the norm. This is a new level of ransomware meets blackmail.