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Cyber crime a major risk to business
According to a new report, businesses must prepare for a new generation of cyber crime, moving beyond the established threats of data breaches, privacy issues and reputational damage to operational damage, business interruption and even potentially catastrophic losses. “As recently as 15 years ago, cyber attacks were fairly rudimentary and typically the work of hacktivists, [...]
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Using honey traps to attract an attacker
Attackers are entering networks in a bid to find the organization’s sweet spot. What can organizations do to turn the tables? While preventive techniques are necessary, they are not always enough. Additionally, with cyber attacks, time is of essence. Honey traps are nothing new, but their use in IT security to date has been limited. [...]
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Millennials protest against ineffective security practices
Intercede, the digital identity company, released the findings of a new consumer survey that suggests Millennials in the US and UK are losing trust in today’s Digital Economy. Fewer than 5% of respondents believe their digital identity and personal data are completely protected by effective safeguards. This serves as a stark warning to businesses and government [...]
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First Internet Bank uses Eyeprint ID biometrics for app
Users of the First Internet Bank (FIB) mobile banking app can now login using Eyeprint ID verification technology, allowing customers to access their bank account with a smartphone camera and an ‘‘eyeprint’’ instead of a username and password. FIB joins a select number of banks that have integrated biometric technology within its payment applications. Available for [...]
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Apple hack
It has emerged that hackers have used a virus to steal Apple account details from 225,000 iPhones in what is thought to be the biggest theft of its kind. The Apple hack has hit 225,000 users from 18 countries including China, France, Russia, Japan, United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Germany, Australia, Israel, Italy, Spain, Singapore, and [...]
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