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SSL/TLS Protocols: Definition, Differences, Versions & Vulnerabilities

SSL TLS are two encryption protocols that provide security for communication over the internet. SSL protocol has been around for many years, but both are still widely used today. Why is this? The answer is simple: these protocols work well to encrypt data sent between a client and server computer, which can be very important in protecting sensitive information such as credit card numbers or passwords. But what really sets them apart from each other?

Are you GDPR 'data controller' or 'data processor'? Why is it important?

The responsibility for compliance with GDPR privacy laws, and the consequences of non-compliance can vary greatly from one organization to another. Often it is not clear who is responsible for data protection – whether or not they are a “data controller” or “data processor” – but here are some guidelines in order to help you determine which category your company falls into so as to best take necessary precautions against breaches or other potential illegalities.

Basics and how to create security groups in Active Directory.

An Active Directory is a database that holds information about the security of an organization. It stores user accounts, and security settings to help organise all the information. Active Directory also stores a list of security groups that are created by the organisation to hold different levels or types of access permissions. Active Directory is a way that you can show people your home. If you are not careful and give too much permission to people, then it can be easy for others to do bad things.

The top 10 network security vulnerabilities for businesses in 2021

As per UK DCMS’s data breaches survey, about 32% of businesses in the UK have faced a form of cybersecurity threat between 2018 and 2019. As a result of these network security vulnerabilities, these businesses incurred costs on lost data and many other damages that totalled £4,180.

When trust goes wrong - supply chain attack, examples and prevention measures.

Industries of all kinds make use of supply chain management software to automate their business processes. A supply-chain attack is an incident in which one or more people with malicious intent insert themselves into the flow of production, distribution, and/or system management. Supply Chain Attacks usually target manufacturers that create software or services for other companies who use those products while serving their end customers.

Privacy Impact Assessment - PIA vs DPIA (GDPR)

Before GDPR, PIA (Privacy Impact Assessment) were a thing. This topic is around privacy impact assessment, its purpose, PIA vs DPIA and includes the underlying context of GDPR compliance. The monotony has been changed since the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into existence; it has significantly changed the concept of data privacy and security.

Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) GDPR - meaning, methodology and more!

A DPIA is a Data Protection Impact Assessment. It’s an assessment of the likely impact on data subjects (individual) and their rights, both regarding privacy and freedom to conduct business. The goal: To identify what measures might be needed for compliance with GDPR or equivalent legislation elsewhere in the world before beginning a new process involving personal data that will make it clear how that individual’s right is affected by this project.

GDPR - Individual Rights

As more businesses collect and share customer personal data for their digital economy, it has significantly influenced data privacy in today’s digital age. Data is the most critical asset to both businesses and customers/users. Businesses must ensure the confidentiality and integrity of users’ data and impose strict control over personal data collection and processing.