Topic of the Week
Welcome to our "Topic of the Week" section, where we spotlight key issues in security, privacy, audit, risk, and compliance. Each week, we look into a relevant topic, offering insights and strategies to help navigating the ever-evolving landscape of regulations and best practices
I don’t know what it is, but it’s on sale!
Can you believe it? Another year has flown by, and here we are again, diving head-first into the holiday shopping season!
Protecting American Citizens' Personal Sensitive Data
Office of Public Affairs | Justice Department Issues Comprehensive Proposed Rule Addressing National Security Risks Posed to U.S. Sensitive Data | United States Department of JusticeOverview
IDENTITY THEFT IS NOT A JOKE, JIM!
Dwight Schrute knew what he was talking about, and with over 50,000 cases of identity theft reported each year in the US., and over 50,000 personal data breaches, it’s time we let his words sink in, because millions of families do suffer every year. So, let’s take a closer look at what identity theft really is, what signs to watch for, and how to protect yourself.
I always feel like somebody’s watching me… and they are!
What is a digital footprint? Similar to physical footprints, this is defined as the unique trail of data that a person or business creates while using the internet. With how technologically advanced our society is, understanding your digital footprint is vital.
It's Just My Name, What Can Go Wrong?
Recently, during our meetings with all the departments about the need for an inventory of systems of record that store or create Personally Identifiable Information, or PII, many were surprised to learn that even something as simple as a name is considered PII.
Quantum Computing - How it Changes Encryption as We Know It
If you are anything like me then you may be wondering, what the heck is quantum computing? Let's take a step back and explain this in simple terms. Think of traditional computers like really fast and efficient librarians. They organize and retrieve information using bits, which are like tiny light switches that can be either off (0) or on (1).