You can avoid social media identity theft by setting strict privacy settings, securing your social media accounts with strong passwords, vetting every friend and follower request, keeping an eye out for phishing attempts and limiting what you share on social media. With almost every person having at least one social media account, cybercriminals are leveraging this by targeting these accounts to carry out various cyber attacks, including identity theft.
This week, cybercriminals targeted health lifestyle members, patients, gamblers, and general consumers. Early on, Welltok returned to the news, this time with over 426k member data stolen by assailants; the organizations impacted by the breach were Premier Health and Graphic Packaging International. In North Carolina, cybercriminals targeted a healthcare clinic. The assailants stole more than 60k patient records from Robeson Health Care.
In 2015, Family Dollar acquired its biggest competitor, Dollar Tree. Family Dollar is one-half of a consumer’s dream; they offer low-priced goods for families in 8,200 locations nationwide. The other half of the business offers even lower deals. Dollar Tree provides options for $1 purchases at 15,000 locations throughout the states. Now, branches are sporting both company’s colors, wares, and deals.
Cybersecurity is a critical concern for businesses of all sizes, but small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) often face unique challenges. With limited resources and expertise, SMEs can be particularly vulnerable to cyber threats. However, safeguarding digital assets and information is crucial for maintaining business integrity and customer trust. This comprehensive guide aims to provide SMEs with valuable insights into developing a cybersecurity strategy tailored to their specific needs.
In the digital era, the importance of secure identification systems cannot be overstated. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has significantly enhanced the security and convenience of Aadhaar, a pivotal identity document for residents of India, by introducing a new Aadhaar card QR code. This QR Code, embedded in Aadhaar print-letters and e-Aadhaar documents, is a quantum leap in ensuring the safety and authenticity of Aadhaar information.
