Biggest Breaches of 2019

by Sarah Harvey / December 15, 2022

What Were the Biggest Data Breaches of 2019? The data breaches of 2019 were enormous, with some of the biggest data breaches impacting over a billion people collectively. And, like in year’s past, hackers did not discriminate based on industry, size, or location of companies and continued to use advanced attacks to compromise user data - anything from generic, personal data to payment card information and protected health information. Let’s…

Trends in Privacy, Breach Notification, Data Security Legislation in 2019

by Sarah Harvey / December 15, 2022

It’s hard to keep track of the different privacy, breach notification, and data security laws that exist in each state – but that’s the job of a thorough, expert auditor. Because of technology advancements and the implementation of GDPR, the momentum to update, amend, and create new legislation is elevated right now. Our mission is to educate you on the latest trends, legislation, and threats so that you can meet…

November Breach Report

by Sarah Harvey / December 15, 2022

Every month there is headline after headline reporting about new data breaches. Whether it’s a ransomware attack, a negligent employee opening a phishing email, or a state-sponsored attack, millions of individuals are impacted by data breaches and security incidents on a regular basis. Let’s take a look at some of the top data breaches that occurred during November, how hackers compromised these organizations, and the lessons we can learn from…

Disney+ Plagued by Credential Stuffing

by Sarah Harvey / December 15, 2022

Streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, HBO Now, and Prime Video have revolutionized the way people consume television and movies – and Disney is the latest company to join the craze with its newly-released and much-anticipated Disney+ streaming service. With more than 10 million users creating accounts within the first day the service was rolled out, Disney had to be aware of the extreme cyber threats facing the streaming service. After…

How Much Is Your Data Worth to Hackers?

by Sarah Harvey / June 14, 2023

How much do you think a buyer on the dark web would pay for stolen data? How much would you estimate a hacker can profit off of personal data? The truth is, the price of stolen data is worth the risk for hackers but always costly for organizations that store, process, transmit, or destroy personal data. How Do Hackers Make Money? When a system is breached and personal data is…