Image encryption technique could keep photos safe on popular cloud photo services
The past decade has witnessed scandal after scandal over private images maliciously or accidentally made public. A study from computer scientists at Columbia Engineering …
Is differential privacy the ideal privacy-enhancing computation technique for your business?
As security & risk management (SRM) leaders globally adjust to a “new normal” brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses must adapt their privacy programs for …
How to strike the balance between privacy and personalization in healthcare and beyond
The trade-off between widespread technology adoption and responsible use often lies on the spectrum of privacy. When it comes to technologies fueled by data, such as …
Cybercriminals customizing malware for attacks on virtual infrastructure
Cyber incidents continue to rise, ransomware accounts for nearly two-thirds of all malware attacks, and more cybercriminals are customizing malware for attacks on virtual …
Ensuring HIPAA compliance when using the cloud
Accelerated by the pandemic, health IT has continued to innovate at pace, while having to balance data protection and regulatory rules. However, critical transformations – …
Health insurers facing growing risk of customer data theft
The U.S. health insurance industry is facing growing risks from cybersecurity threats due to the increasingly sophisticated techniques used by cybercriminals amid the …
What you need to know about transatlantic data transfers
Where does data live and who can access it? This seemingly simple question is, in fact, incredibly complex in the cloud era, as servers often reside abroad and regional data …
Tor Browser 10.5 improves circumvention for Tor users in censored places
The Tor Project has brought major censorship circumvention and usability changes to the latest release of Tor Browser. The Tor team is on a mission to make Tor easier to use …
How health tech can secure patient data post-CURES Act
It’s the central conundrum at the heart of telehealth: How can patients gain access to their most vital medical records without putting privacy at risk? The question is not …
Online brands prioritizing speed over security
Consumers around the world fear that businesses are now compromising online security in their efforts to deliver seamless digital experiences. According to a research released …
Cybersecurity posture confidence high, yet incidents are increasing too
IronNet Cybersecurity released a report assessing timely topics such as the estimated cost per enterprise of the SolarWinds cyberattack, executive-level engagement in attack …
Enhancing cloud security with a two-step cryptography technique
The central goal of cloud computing is to provide fast, easy-to-use computing and data storage services at a low cost. However, the cloud environment comes with data …