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Your Salesforce is a New Target: The FBI Just Issued a Major Warning
The FBI has warned that hackers are using new tactics to target company Salesforce systems. The group UNC6040 uses a phone scam to trick employees into installing fake software. Another group, UNC6395, is targeting third-party apps to steal access keys. The warning advises businesses to educate employees, audit apps, and improve login security.
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Navigating the Evolving Landscape of U.S. State Privacy Laws
Evolving state privacy laws in the U.S. strengthen consumer rights to access, correct, and delete personal data. New regulations in Delaware and Nebraska are expanding their scope to include non-profits and small businesses. Some laws, like New Hampshire's, require compliance with a Global Privacy Control signal, giving consumers more automated control over their data.
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Roblox Faces New Lawsuit and Regulatory Scrutiny Over Child Safety
Roblox is facing lawsuits and regulatory pressure for allegedly failing to protect child users from predators. The lawsuits claim the platform lacks safety measures, allowing exploitation. YouTuber "Law By Mike" is also suing, alleging police have arrested dozens for using Roblox to target minors. The company has since added new features to address the concerns.
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Striking the Right Balance Between AI Development and User Privacy: The Apple Way.
Apple's privacy-first approach to AI development is built on the principle that privacy is a human right. The company utilizes on-device processing for many features, keeping personal data on the user's device rather than collecting it. For more complex tasks, Private Cloud Compute processes data in a stateless manner, ensuring it's never stored or accessed by Apple employees.
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New Cybersecurity Framework in India to Ease Burden on Smaller Firms
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has a new Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework to ease compliance for smaller firms. It introduces graded compliance norms and holds senior management accountable for cyber governance. While praised, experts warn that smaller firms may face challenges with the transition, and success depends on effective, cost-effective implementation to build resilience across the entire market.
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Cybersecurity Employee Training: A Framework for the Workplace
Cybersecurity training is essential for businesses to combat human error, a significant vulnerability. This guide offers a framework for designing an effective program that includes assessing risks, building a strong curriculum, and using engaging formats. It emphasizes a continuous, progressive approach to keep employees current on threats like AI-powered attacks and ransomware, ultimately turning them into a strong line of defense.
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How companies adjust pricing based on user data and tips to safeguard personal information
Companies are increasingly using pricing based on user data to tailor product costs according to browsing habits, purchase history, and personal information. While this strategy can create personalized deals, it also raises concerns about privacy and fairness. Learn how it works and explore effective ways to protect your data from being misused.
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iiNet Cyber Security Breach Exposes Data of 280,000 Customers
The iiNet cyber security breach has exposed the personal data of more than 280,000 customers, including email addresses, phone numbers, and modem setup passwords. While no financial or identity documents were compromised, experts warn the stolen information could be exploited in phishing and social engineering scams.
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The Intersection of AI and Data Privacy in Healthcare
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing healthcare by enhancing diagnostics, treatment, and patient care through data-driven insights. While AI promises significant advancements such as faster disease detection and personalized medicine, its reliance on vast amounts of patient data raises critical concerns about privacy, data security, and ethical responsibility. Balancing innovation with stringent data protection is essential for the responsible use of AI in healthca
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PayPal Data Breach 2025: Millions of User Credentials for Sale on Dark Web
The PayPal Data Breach 2025 has exposed nearly 15.8 million credentials on the dark web, raising global security concerns. While PayPal insists its systems weren’t directly hacked, experts warn that stolen logins could still fuel phishing, fraud, and credential stuffing attacks.
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