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PCI DSS v4.0: Device Inspections

We take a deep dive into Requirement 9.5 in the latest PCI DSS version 4.0 and the processes your organization needs to take for compliance. Are your processes documented and are steps being taken to secure devices to prevent unauthorized access to cardholder data?

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Proper MFA Configuration and PrintNightmare

Organizations are continuing to outsource and fulfill needed services with third-party partners and cloud services providers. Unfortunately, an increased reliance on third-parties can also increase the organizations’ exposure to risk, and we continue to see more breaches of third-party systems.

Third-Party Service Providers
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GLBA Safeguards Rule Updates

Organizations are being encouraged to assess their current information security programs now and structure the necessary plans to achieve GLBA compliance with the amended requirements.

GLBA
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Incident Response: The Critical Role of the Help Desk

Help desk and service desk personnel provide much more than just basic troubleshooting and technical support. With appropriate training, they can also make a significant impact in the prevention or early identification of security breaches.

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Three Ways to Protect Your Physical Assets

Many security policies include instructions for employees to never leave their computers unattended or unlocked, but when emergencies arise, focus quickly shifts to personal safety and workspace security is usually an afterthought. In these moments, how secure are your physical assets?

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Lessons Learned: Australia NDB Report

Learn highlights and key findings from the recently released June 2020 Notifiable Data Breaches Report from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

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Social Media – Defining Acceptable Use on Campus

Should employees be banned from accessing social media sites while at work? Learn social media policy best practices.

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Password Spraying

In a password- spray attack, a hacker will test a single password against multiple user accounts within an organization. They use common passwords like Spring2018 and Password123 that, unfortunately, many users are still falling back to.

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Passwords: Simplifying the Rules

Login IDs, passwords, and the security controls surrounding them are very important in preventing unauthorized access to systems and information. How can you ensure your employees are utilizing strong passwords?

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