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Weekly Cybersecurity Recap August 4

Each week we look at the data losses, hacker attacks, and the state of security in the United States and around the world. This week things seem to be particularly bleak. We always expect to see some breaches in major companies, but this week we learned about widespread employee credential losses in countless corporations throughout the United States and the world.

Fairfax Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Gets Hacked Losing Data for Over 208k

Fairfax Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, or Fairfax OMS, is a dental practice that first opened in Burke, Virginia, in 1980. The organization offers a mix of dental surgery services, such as bone grafting, wisdom tooth extraction, dental implants, and more. The organization accepts patients in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and six separate locations throughout Virginia. There are more than 87 employees in the organization, and it generates about $16 million in annual revenue.

What is the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (SOCI Act 2018)?

Australia is using the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (SOCI Act 2018) as a framework to help the country mitigate and remediate threats to the country’s critical infrastructure. This comes after several high-profile cyber attacks raised Australia’s awareness of the need for cybersecurity and the standardization of cyber security measures for priority organizations.

Do You Need to Hire a Professional to Be PCI-Compliant?

You don’t need a professional to be PCI-compliant, but professional expertise can make navigating the notoriously complex PCI DSS requirements easier. An experienced cybersecurity firm with qualified assessment staff can speed up compliance, enhance a firm’s security posture according to priority actions, and help the firm achieve a high level of security and peace of mind. However, you must use a professional for your business to be PCI-certified.

What is the Massachusetts Data Security Law? Guide + Tips

The Massachusetts Data Security Law (201 CMR 17.00) safeguards the personal information of Massachusetts residents. The law went into effect on March 1, 2010, and at the time, was one of the most comprehensive data privacy laws passed in the United States. Since the law’s passing, a variety of U.S. States have passed more robust data privacy legislation, including the notable California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and Virginia Consumer Data Privacy Act (VCDPA).

Understanding DMARC: A Comprehensive Guide to Email Security

In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the world of DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance) and explore how it enhances email security, protects against phishing attacks, and ensures the authenticity of emails. As a leading expert in cybersecurity, we will provide you with valuable insights and detailed information on how DMARC works, its benefits, implementation steps, and best practices.

TrustCloud Launches TrustHQ for Slack, to enable Slack-first Trust Workflows for GRC and Sales teams

TrustHQ™ turns Slack into the central hub for employees, GRC and sales teams to prioritize, track and complete critical internal and customer-facing trust-related tasks in a shared digital space.

CISO Global Bolsters Its Security Management Platform Argo To Improve Real-Time Security Decision Making for Enterprises

CISO Global strengthens its security management platform Argo to increase the effectiveness of security teams who now can access real-time data across tool sets to make better informed decisions.