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How Protecto Safeguards Sensitive Data in AI Applications

Jan 22, 2025 By Protecto In Protecto
Discover how to build secure, compliant, and privacy-preserving AI applications with Protecto. In this video, we explain how Protecto's simple APIs protect sensitive data, ensuring compliance with regulations like HIPAA. Learn how a healthcare company used Protecto to create an AI-based fraud detection application while safeguarding millions of patient health insurance claims. Protecto's API masks sensitive information, preserving context and meaning without exposing personal identifiers like names or social security numbers.
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Here's What We Can Learn from the Cyberhaven Incident

Jan 20, 2025 By The Nightfall Team In Nightfall
In December 2024, Cyberhaven fell victim to a sophisticated cyberattack that exploited a phishing campaign targeting its Chrome Web Store account. This breach compromised over 400,000 users by injecting malicious code into its browser extension, exfiltrating sensitive data such as cookies and session tokens. The incident has drawn significant attention due to Cyberhaven's role as a cybersecurity provider and the broader implications for browser extension security.
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How to Lock Your Social Security Number Safely

Jan 17, 2025 By SafeAeon Inc. In SafeAeon
Identity thieves will do anything to get your Social Security Number (SSN). It's a very important piece of personal information. Locking your SSN is a proactive way to protect your name and money from fraud. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says that over 1.4 million Americans were victims of identity theft in 2022. Many of these crimes involved stolen Social Security numbers. To lower these risks, you need to learn how to safely lock your Social Security Number.
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De-identification of PHI (Protected Health Information) Under HIPAA Privacy

Jan 16, 2025 By Rahul Sharma In Protecto
Protected Health Information (PHI) contains sensitive patient details, including names, medical records, and contact information. De-identification of PHI is a critical process that enables organizations to use this data responsibly without compromising patient confidentiality. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) establishes strict rules to ensure the privacy and security of PHI, making de-identification essential for compliance.
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Data Security's Low Hanging Fruit: Redundant, Obsolete, and Trivial Data

Jan 14, 2025 By Rubrik In Rubrik
In this episode of Into the Breach, James Purvis and Drew Russell tackle the growing issue of ROT data - redundant, obsolete, and trivial data - and its impact on both security and costs. They discuss how CISOs can achieve a win-win by reducing risk and hard costs through effective data management. From cloud migration to legal implications, they explore practical strategies to identify, manage, and eliminate ROT data for a more efficient and secure organization.
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The U.S. Cyber Trust Mark: A Shield for Your Smart Life

Jan 10, 2025 By Alex Afflerbach In Protegrity
Let’s be real: your “smart” devices might be the dumbest thing in your house when it comes to your data protection and security. That baby monitor? Hackable. Your home camera? Vulnerable. Even your voice assistant could be spilling secrets you didn’t know it heard. And what about your home router, the nerve center of your connected devices? It’s often an overlooked Achilles’ heel in home security.
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2025 Predictions - Navigating Through the Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

Jan 9, 2025 By Alasdair Anderson, VP EMEA In Protegrity
As we enter 2025, the global economic landscape remains a mix of challenges and potential shifts that will shape markets and industries worldwide. From high interest rates to the evolving impact of AI, there are several key factors that will define the year ahead. While there will be friction in some areas, persistence, agility and out-of-the-box thinking will ensure a competitive edge.
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Data Exfiltration: What It Is, Examples, and Prevention Tips

Jan 8, 2025 By Syteca In Syteca
Data security is vital to your organization’s well-being. A single data breach costs $4.88 million on average, according to IMB’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024. Besides financial losses, data exfiltration may damage a brand’s reputation, cause operational disruptions, and result in legal actions. Therefore, giving maximum attention to your cybersecurity measures and constantly enhancing them is a must.
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