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Sensitive data often lacks email security controls
Even as most organizations send highly-sensitive information through email on a daily basis, only 26 percent of companies are confident in the email security precautions currently in place, according to a survey by PhoneFactor.
Global data protection plan on mind of Chinese telecom giant
After encountering roadblocks to expansion in Australia and the United States over security concerns, the founder of Chinese telecom giant Huawei is looking for the rest of the world to step up to the plate and improve data protection.
OSC issues order for privacy protection of employee email
Following a scandal in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over surveillance of employee email, the Office of Special Council is asking all federal departments and agencies reevaluate any policies related to monitoring employee communications, according to NextGov.
Cloud computing gaining IT trust
After barriers impeding its adoption grew more resilient in 2010, a new report by a business technology company revealed the climate surrounding cloud computing has grown continually sunnier.
Fake anti-virus downloads among top online threats
Spam has long been the at top of the list for online annoyances, with the threat posed by phishing recently coming on strong in second place, but fake anti-virus installation offers are charging up the rankings, according to a study by Harris Interactive.
Verizon latest spoofed company in large-scale phishing scam
With consistent overages and extra charges, bills from the phone company can be a particularly nerve-racking experience for many.
