Data breaches, insider threats, loss of client trust—these are all security and privacy threats all organizations face today. Learn more about what action Privacy and Security Professionals are taking today. #PSR21

New Ransomware Encrypts Your Data & Makes Nasty Threats, Too
A group behind the new ransomware variant threatens to go beyond encrypting data in their attempts to force victims to pay up. Read Article

T-Mobile Confirms Data Breach Affects Over 47 Million People
The stolen files include personal info such as names and social security numbers. Read Article

The Connecticut (CT) State Legislature has enacted major changes to CT Data Breach Notification Laws, effective October 1, 2021. These changes are a direct result of the worsening threat landscape, and it is safe to say that regulations will most likely continue to be enacted at both the state and federal levels.  

IBM Report: Data-Breach Costs Hit 17-Year High of $4.24M
Data-breach costs jumped nearly 10% from an average of $3.86 million to $4.24 million per incident over the past year. Read Article

U.S. Announces New 2nd Round Cybersecurity Requirements for Critical Pipeline Owners
The Department of Homeland Security on Tuesday required owners and operators of critical pipelines that transport hazardous liquids and natural gas to implement "urgently needed protections against cyber intrusions." Read Article

From January 2020 through May 2021, New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) regulated companies reported in excess of 70 Ransomware attacks ranging from costly shutdowns to disruptions in business operations. Successful Ransomware attacks continue to escalate in total numbers and overall severity, with no sector safe from an attack. Government agencies, companies, educational institutions, and nonprofits are all targets. 

Ransomware and hacking is a major problem and effective cyber security is the only way to safeguard your operations and assets. The risk of not taking care of business is losing your business.