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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.
Embracing Cybersecurity's Spectrum: Your Journey to Finding the Right Role
Join Stephanie Chaplin as she unravels the diverse avenues of cybersecurity. From breaking barriers on the red team to safeguarding on the blue, find where you fit. Developers, even if not in security, can benefit. Transitioning from finance? Policy roles await. Discover your cybersecurity niche today!
Types of Identity Theft
Identity theft is a crime that is unfortunately common and is devastating for the victim. Serious cases can require enormous amounts of time and money to recover. The three primary categories of identity theft include online identity theft, financial identity theft and medical identity theft.
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.
Elastic: CISO's tales from the trenches: Insights from fellow security leaders
Today's CISOs face overwhelming challenges in securing dynamic and complex organizational ecosystems - all while aligning with the scope of business priorities. Between a shortage of cybersecurity talent, expanding and changing regulatory requirements, budgetary concerns, board of director demands, cloud adoption, and managing dozens of vendors, CISOs are under a tremendous amount of pressure to modernize their security operations.
KnowBe4: The Dark Side of AI: Unmasking its Threats and Navigating the Shadows of Cybersecurity in the Digital Age
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come roaring to the forefront of today's technology landscape. It has revolutionized industries and will modernize careers, bringing numerous benefits and advancements to our daily lives. However, it is crucial to recognize that AI also introduces unseen impacts that must be understood and addressed for your employees and your organization as a whole. Join James McQuiggan, Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4, for this thought-provoking webinar where he'll discuss the unforeseen threats of AI and how to protect your network.
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.