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Chinese-linked Hackers Suspected Of Smartphone Hijacks
Controversial // October 07, 2015

A new malicious adware family is quickly spreading across Android mobile devices and China-based cybercriminals are allegedly behind the widespread attack.

Study: Companies Value Data But Aren’t Paying To Protect It
News // May 12, 2015

It would appear that a lot of companies are not putting their money where there minds are when it comes to insuring themselves against data breaches. According to a new study from the Ponemon Institute, information technology assets are insured 39 percent less than physical...

Interviews & Exclusives
Is Encryption Really Working?

June 28, 2016
Financial services is big on encryption. With its stringent regulations, highly sensitive data and cybercriminals looking for a vulnerability to expose, it’s no surprise. But is it reducing the amount of data is compromised? A new study from Ponemon/Thales e-Security looks at the implications of increased encryption but why it can’t be the be-all and end-all of a security strategy.

Quick Reads
Study: Companies Value Data But Aren’t Paying To Protect It

May 12, 2015
It would appear that a lot of companies are not putting their money where there minds are when it comes to insuring themselves against data breaches. According to a new study from the Ponemon Institute, information technology assets are insured 39 percent less than physical assets (12 percent to 51 percent) — yet more than […]