VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

A data breach could ruin your business overnight. Are you prepared to deal with regulatory fines, lawsuits, costly investigations, disrupted operations, and destroyed trust while cybercriminals profit freely from stolen data? That’s the harsh aftermath companies face today following high-profile breaches.

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 18, 2024

As cyber threats evolve, safeguarding your organization’s data has become an utmost priority. Whether you’re a small business owner, a corporate leader, or an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) specialist, the consequences of a data breach are severe and far-reaching.

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VISTA InfoSec

APRIL 12, 2024

Cybersecurity is vital in today’s fast-paced digital world, where keeping your private information safe is as crucial as the technology itself. Dive into the mechanisms of proxies to fully understand how they strengthen cybersecurity defenses. Proxies are key players in this arena, not just for the tech-savvy but for everyone online.

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VISTA InfoSec

APRIL 5, 2024

The following are some of the consequences when data privacy and security are compromised: Productivity loss. Operational interruption happens when cybersecurity is breached. Data breaches don’t easily get overlooked. Tainted reputation. Recovery cost.

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) can be called as an ally for organizations that deals with large amount of Privacy related data in its core operation. Knowledge of data management practices, including data lifecycle management, data classification, and data retention policies.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 12, 2019

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) represented a new phase in data security and EU regulators’ approach to it. Nearly one year since GDPR came into effect, there remain uncertainties about issues like accountability in cases of data breaches at data sharing partners. A Global Framework.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 7, 2019

Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Investigations, executives from Equifax and Marriott were called out on their companies’ recent data breaches , while other witnesses helped describe the current landscape when it comes to online privacy and data security.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

“Once bitten, twice shy” is the sentiment among many consumers when it comes to companies that were the subject to a data breach. A new report from the Internet Society finds that 59 percent of Internet users said they would not likely do business with a company that fell victim to a data hack.

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CB Insights

MARCH 27, 2019

Cybersecurity is a hot topic today. Already this year, at least 30 organizations — including coffee chain Dunkin’ and cloud provider Rubrik — experienced major data breaches. Future of Cybersecurity: Trends & Startups To Watch. Read our future of data security report for more on this topic. ).

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PYMNTS

APRIL 26, 2018

is only weeks away from bringing its Global Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) rules into effect, and corporates are ill-prepared for the data security requirements, according to new research. businesses is the data breach notification requirement. “In One of the areas of GDPR posing the greatest challenge to U.K.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 6, 2018

After its point of sale (POS) systems were reportedly affected by malware designed to capture credit card information, RMH Franchise Holdings is warning that its Applebee’s restaurants in 15 states suffered a data breach. The company said all its 167 locations were impacted, Bank Info Security reported. “In

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 4, 2017

McAfee Labs recently published its 2018 Threats Predictions report , and after a year of high-profile cyberattacks and data breaches, analysts say the threat won’t let up in the new year. If there’s one thing the enterprise has learned this year, it’s that a data breach can happen to any business — including small businesses (SMBs).

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CB Insights

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Keeping enterprise data secure is one of the biggest challenges corporations now face. Corporations increased the number of times they mentioned cybersecurity on earnings calls nearly three-fold since 2014, according to CB Insights data. CB Insights put together a research series on the future of data security.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 18, 2019

Reports in Business News Daily on Friday (March 15), co-authored by Assistant Professors of Finance Dr. Daniele Bianchi and Dr. Onur Tosun, found that data breaches at large organizations may cause financial losses at those companies, but they eventually lead to greater investments in their CEOs.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 29, 2019

Cybersecurity can seem an overwhelming challenge to organizations considering the pace of cyber-attackers’ evolution that seems to force cybersecurity solution providers into a perpetual game of catch-up. Cisco also found that GDPR compliant businesses were less likely to suffer a financial loss as a result of a data breach.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Multiple lawsuits seeking class action status have been filed in Philadelphia over a data breach at Wawa convenience stores, which affected 850 locations along the East Coast of the U.S., Wawa recently came forward with information that it found malware on its payment processing servers, and that it stopped the breach on Dec.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Corporates large and small are “naïve” about their cybersecurity risks, according to a new report. That’s despite 80 percent of CEOs expressing confidence in existing cybersecurity strategies. Meanwhile, 20 percent cited a lost device for the cause of a breach. companies’ cybersecurity measures.

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Organisations’ attack surfaces are defined by the size and scope of their data environments. However, 74 per cent of respondents said their data security risk has now increased faster than the growth in the data they manage. Additionally, 46 per cent had not tested their processes or solutions in over 12 months. .

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PYMNTS

MAY 22, 2020

Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois and Ohio have warned tens of thousands of residents who have applied online for unemployment benefits due to COVID-19 of possible data breaches that could have exposed names, addresses and Social Security numbers. Protech Solutions Inc.,

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 5, 2017

The public may learn of data breaches much more promptly if three senators get their way on a proposed Senate bill, the Data Security and Breach Notification Act, which was introduced on Thursday, Nov. To be fair, Yahoo did ‘fess up about the breach earlier, but only by a year. customers’ data at risk.

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Fintech News

MAY 1, 2025

Data from Verizon Businesss 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report reveal that system intrusion has risen considerably over the past four years, escalating to become the dominant threat pattern across APAC. This trend can be in part explained by improved web security practices by organizations.

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VISTA InfoSec

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) can be called as an ally for organizations that deals with large amount of Privacy related data in its core operation. Knowledge of data management practices, including data lifecycle management, data classification, and data retention policies.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Mastercard is purchasing artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics startup RiskRecon to accelerate the development of cybersecurity solutions, Mastercard announced on Tuesday (Dec. Cyberattacks have become a critical issue for companies of all sizes and a threat to privacy and data security.

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CB Insights

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Facebook, Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and Apple (FAMGA) are doubling down on data security. Owning this data puts FAMGA on the front lines in the fight against the theft and exploitation of our personally identifiable information (PII). GET THE 39-PAGE CYBERSECURITY REPORT. The Future of Data Security.

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Fintech News

APRIL 10, 2024

Entrust, known for its trusted payment and data security solutions, has finalised its acquisition of identity verification company Onfido. Todd Wilkinson “With the acquisition of Onfido, our customers can leverage global-leading identity verification technology to meet the new challenges of cybersecurity in the age of AI.

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Fintech Finance

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

With this globally trusted stamp of approval, Tribe assures payment ecosystem players of its operational resilience and ability to safeguard critical IT infrastructure from rapidly advancing cybersecurity threats. With ISO 27001 certification, Tribe Payments is set to accelerate its expansion, amid surging demand for its services.

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 3, 2024

The Importance of a Strong Password Policy A strong password policy is a cornerstone of any cybersecurity strategy. Weak or compromised passwords are often the weak link in an organization’s security chain, providing an easy entry point for cybercriminals. PCI PIN and PCI DSS: Standards for securing payment card data.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 30, 2017

The latest report from the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) and CyberScout finds a worrying trend: 2016 was a record year for data breaches, with businesses emerging as the largest target for hackers by far. Health care entities and government agencies, too, are at risk for their data security.

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VISTA InfoSec

JULY 5, 2023

Data security has become an essential aspect of our lives and is more crucial than ever before. In the healthcare industry, organizations are entrusted with a plethora of sensitive information, including PHI, PII, and financial data. What is data security in healthcare? million between May 2020 and March 2021.

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The Fintech Times

JULY 30, 2024

The cost of data breaches has been on a steady incline for the past decade. However, evidence from IBM , a multinational tech firm, suggests that in the next 10 years, breaches could cost a lot more as we just experienced the highest year-on-year jump in cyber attacks (10 per cent).

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Cybersecurity weighs heavily on corporates’ minds, especially when incidents like the Equifax data breach occur. But often, businesses prioritize security of customer data, then safeguard internal company data. Experts warn some companies could be missing a huge area prone to data hacks: payroll.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 7, 2019

Equifax and Marriott executives are slated to appear before the Senate on Thursday (March 7) to discuss what lessons the two companies have learned from some of the largest data breaches to hit corporate America. Equifax disclosed the hack in September of 2017.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

According to experts, cybersecurity is becoming an increasingly difficult hurdle to clear during a merger. One of the largest security challenges of an acquisition stems from the risk exposure an acquiring company faces if it has not fully assessed the cybersecurity strength of its acquisition target.

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PYMNTS

JULY 31, 2018

mobile phone and electronics retailer, disclosed on Tuesday (July 31) an update on a data breach in which it found unauthorized access in the past to some of its data. The company said it is also working with cybersecurity experts. The company said it is also working with cybersecurity experts.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Small businesses aren’t getting their cybersecurity strategies right, according to new evidence from researchers. And with consequences ranging from data theft to noncompliance penalties, the stakes are high. Department of Commerce, acknowledged that cybersecurity may not be at the top of SMEs’ priority lists.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 14, 2016

From corporate use of Airbnb to SMEs’ confidence in cybersecurity, PYMNTS takes a look at the factors causing small businesses across the globe to either waver or grow in their confidence for the future. $77 Often, it would take a company months or even a year or longer to identify a data breach.

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The Finance Weekly

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Furthermore, blockchain offers efficient data management options. Cybersecurity. Financial institutions have a wealth of confidence data, ranging from account details to income information to contact information. The financial sector is an appealing target for cybercriminals due to the high value of this sensitive data.

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