data security

Data security means protecting digital data, such as those in a database, from destructive forces and from the unwanted actions of unauthorized users, such as a cyberattack or a data breach.

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Pressure Mounts For IRS Chief To Resign Over Breach
Pressure Mounts For IRS Chief To Resign Over Breach
April 18, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

A Republican lawmaker is calling for IRS Commissioner John Koskinen to step down. Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-VA) is putting pressure on the head of the IRS...

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FTC On IoT: Attempting To Reign In The Wild West (of Things)
FTC On IoT: Attempting To Reign In The Wild West (of Things)
March 25, 2016  |  Internet of Things

When it comes to IoT, the possibilities seem endless, along with the security issues. In PYMNTS’ March Internet of Things Tracker, sponsored by Intel, we...

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How To Protect Consumers From IoT Vulnerabilities? The FTC Weighs In 
How To Protect Consumers From IoT Vulnerabilities? The FTC Weighs In 
March 24, 2016  |  Internet of Things

When it comes to IoT, the possibilities seem endless, along with the security issues. In PYMNTS’ March Internet of Things Tracker, sponsored by Intel, we...

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Are We Having The Right Encryption Conversation?
Are We Having The Right Encryption Conversation?
March 24, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

The Apple v. DOJ battle has made encryption a household word. But what’s the right conversation to be having about keeping consumer and payments data...

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FTC Speaks Against Mandatory Password Changes
FTC Speaks Against Mandatory Password Changes
March 07, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

While requiring users to update their passwords has been a longstanding data security practice, FTC Chief Technologist Lorrie Cranor suggests that new research shows the...

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Heartland/Smart Card Alliance Launch Payments Security Center
Heartland/Smart Card Alliance Launch Payments Security Center
February 18, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Payment processor Heartland Payment Systems announced Wednesday (Feb. 17) that it has joined forces with the Smart Card Alliance to launch the National Center for...

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Mobile Payments Data Security Fears Flood IT Sector
Mobile Payments Data Security Fears Flood IT Sector
January 27, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

The growth of mobile payment acceptance is driving adoption, but it is, at the same time, creating a data security vacuum in the back end, with...

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