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51 Biggest Data Breach Fines, Penalties and Settlements so Far

Experts at Ponemon Institute reveal that the average cost of a data breach will reach around $5 million in 2023. This is a hike when compared to $ 4.35 million in 2022 and $4.24 million in 2021. With the frequency and severity of data breaches on the rise, businesses must prioritize data security to avoid hefty fines and penalties.

Six Key Considerations When Choosing a Web Application Firewall

839 million attacks ranging from DDoS and bot to Zero-day and OWASP Top 10 attacks were recorded on the AppTrana WAF on just 1400 web and API applications. So, implementing WAF as a first layer of defence is a no-brainer. That said, dozens of established start-ups operate in this space, and choosing a WAF provider can be daunting. It is essential to consider various factors to ensure the selected WAF meets your organization’s unique needs and requirements.

More than 53,000 NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Patients Have Data Exposed

The NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is a leading academic hospital that delivers virtual and in-person care to a wide range of patients. The hospital offers urgent care services, as well as primary and specialized care. This facility recently discovered a data breach that exposed the information of more than 54,000 patients overall.

Discord Cooperates with the Government in An Attempt to Learn About Recent Breach

Between January and March of this year, US government documents started being leaked online. These documents contain some valuable information, and the Department of Defense has been trying to determine the culprits behind the leaked documents.

Pentagon Data Leak Shows the Danger an Insider Threat Presents

U.S. officials confirmed last week that a member of the military photographed and uploaded more than 50 classified documents to a Discord server and other social media sites, again reminding us of the danger insider threats can present to any organization. According to the Associated Press, a member of the U.S. Air National Guard was arrested last week in Massachusetts in connection with the leak.

10 Managed Security Services Benefits for Businesses To Know

Every day the world discovers (and creates) new problems in the field of information security. Fresh bugs randomly pop out of nowhere, someone develops brand-new malware, and insiders continue to leak confidential information leading to the closure of the businesses - so how do companies cope with all the chaos? And what to do if there is no feasible way to create a security department within the organization? Is it worth it or wise to outsource such a critical life-saving function? Maybe.