eSecurity Planet

JULY 10, 2024

Exposed personal information like names, emails, and phone numbers can be used for identity theft. Data security should be a top priority for any e-commerce business — robust security practices within the store and additional measures like data encryption can further protect customer information.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 13, 2022

Sensitive data also includes payment and financial information that could lead to identity theft and fraud if the data is lost or stolen and winds up in the wrong hands. Like other security defenses, DLP is also increasingly being offered as a service. Cloud Security Platform Delivery.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Attackers can covertly extract personal information and system data, jeopardizing user privacy and perhaps leading to identity theft or other criminal activity. Bitdefender’s investigation shows that data can be exfiltrated using encrypted image files, highlighting the severity of potential misuse and the need for mitigation.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

HIPAA mandates that healthcare providers, insurers, and business associates implement robust security measures to safeguard patient data. This includes administrative, physical, and technical safeguards like encryption and access controls. The act also covers various forms of cybercrime, including malware distribution and data theft.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 18, 2024

Ransomware attacks , where hackers encrypt critical data and demand payment for decryption, have skyrocketed. When hackers gain access to hospital systems, they can steal sensitive patient information such as medical records, Social Security numbers, and financial data. Stay ahead of cyberthreats and protect patient data.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The ransomware itself doesn’t handle data exfiltration but relies on these tools to steal data before encryption. RansomHub uses the Elliptic Curve Encryption algorithm Curve 25519 to lock files with a unique public/private key pair for each compromised individual.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 10, 2024

McAfee offers real-time scanning, web protection, and identity theft protection to secure your personal information. Ransomware Protection: Ransomware protection specifically targets and blocks ransomware attacks that can encrypt your files and demand a ransom for their release. Do Macs Need Antivirus Protection?

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The ransomware itself doesn’t handle data exfiltration but relies on these tools to steal data before encryption. RansomHub uses the Elliptic Curve Encryption algorithm Curve 25519 to lock files with a unique public/private key pair for each compromised individual.

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