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How PCI DSS Compliance Protects Australian Businesses from Data Breaches?

VISTA InfoSec

However, with this widespread adoption comes an equally significant risk which is the growing threat of data breaches and payment fraud. This is where PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliance becomes essential for Australian businesses. The financial implications of these breaches are profound.

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Data Breaches 101: What They Are And How To Prevent Them

VISTA InfoSec

A data breach could ruin your business overnight. That’s the harsh aftermath companies face today following high-profile breaches. That’s the harsh aftermath companies face today following high-profile breaches. What Is A Data Breach? Understanding breach avenues helps strengthen protections proactively.

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Finastra Confirms Breach Amid Hacker’s 400GB Data Theft Claim

Fintech News

Finastra, a major financial software provider that serves many of the world’s leading banks, is grappling with a data breach. Cybersecurity journalist Brian Krebs first brought the breach to public attention when a hacker, on a known cybercrime forum, offered 400 gigabytes of data allegedly plundered from Finastra.

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Data Disaster: Los Angeles Public Health Department Suffers Biggest Data Breach

VISTA InfoSec

On June 17, 2024, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (DPH) disclosed a data breach impacting more than 200,000 clients, employees, and other individuals. It, however, did not disclose when the breach was detected. It has also begun training all its employees in email security, especially inbound emails.

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‘Serenity’ and ‘IDEMIA Secure Transactions’ Launch sAxess Biometric Card for Enhanced Digital Security and Data Recovery

Fintech Finance

Serenity , a tech and blockchain solution provider, and IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST), a global leader in payment and connectivity solutions, announced the launch of sAxess , a biometric security card to improve data access control, security, and recovery.

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Securing Your Wealth: How Cybersecurity Affects Investment Decisions

VISTA InfoSec

The Impact of Cybersecurity on Businesses & What an Investor Should Consider Cybersecurity measures protect systems, networks, and data from digital attacks like malware, phishing attacks, and ransomware because cybersecurity breaches impact a business negatively.

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Understanding POS Security: Protecting Your Business and Customer Data

VISTA InfoSec

Given this recent wave of cyberattacks, all small businesses must do their part to secure their Point of Sale (POS) systems from unauthorized parties. To keep your business secure, only engage with payment processors and vendors that comply with PCI DSS.

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