Cybersecurity refers to the protection of internet-connected systems such as hardware, software, and data from cyberthreats. The practice of cybersecurity is used by individuals and businesses alike to protect against unauthorized access to data centers and other computerized systems. With so much of our business and personal lives online and in “the Cloud,” the importancecontinue reading…
Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
$8 Million Dollar Settlement Reached with Wawa after 2019 Data Breach
In late July, it was announced that an $8 million settlement was reached with Wawa, Inc. as a result of a 2019 data breach that compromised approximately 34 million cards used at Wawa stores in each of the seven states and districts where Wawa operates—New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and the District ofcontinue reading…
The Largest Bank In Virginia, Capital One, Fined $80 Million – Why You Should Care
Capital One Data Security Breach Why the largest bank in Virginia was just fined $80 million and why you should care In March 2019 Capital One suffered a data security breach in which the social security numbers, bank account numbers, and credit card applications of over 100 million people were compromised when a software engineercontinue reading…
Why SIM Swapping Is The Biggest Threat On Your Smart Phone
What is a SIM swap and why is it dangerous? Your SIM card is the chip in your cell phone that tells your device what phone number and cellular network to use. Your SIM card is assigned to your phone number by your wireless service provider. A SIM swap happens when someone somehow convinces yourcontinue reading…
What Is “The Internet Of Things?”
More Connection, More Vulnerability You may have seen the term “internet of things” showing up in various blogs or news articles and maybe, like many of us, you’re unsure what the term means. As the areas of lives that are connected to the internet increases, vulnerability increases as well. Below we offer helpful information oncontinue reading…
