Security Roundup April 2021
Curated advice, guidance, learning and trends in cybersecurity and privacy, as chosen by our consultants. Strengthening security awareness stops scapegoating staff for shortcomings A time of upheaval in the way we work has meant employees to follow the right security behaviours in vastly different circumstances. The 2021 SANS Security Awareness Report offers an interesting look […]
Facebook leak reveals personal data of hundreds of Irish officials in sensitive positions
Defence Forces is aware of Facebook data leak and is ‘taking appropriate steps.’ Read More ›
Up To 1.5 Million Have Data Published In Facebook Leak
The Data Protection Commission is working to get to the bottom of a Facebook data leak that affects up to 1.5 million people in Ireland. Read More ›
Ubiquiti’s Breach Notification: The ‘No Evidence’ Hedge
Being ‘Not Currently Aware’ Customer Data Was Stolen Doesn’t Mean It’s Safe. Read More ›
Facebook Data Exposure: Lessons to Learn
Experts Advise Organizations to Check Password Reset Policies, Take Other Steps. Read More ›
GDPR Starter Kit helps xWave Technologies to get compliant and build customer trust as it scales
Company background Referring patients for digital imaging is a complex process for many doctors, consultants, and GPs. xWave Technologies is a healthcare start-up that set out to solve challenges in efficiency, transparency, and accountability of existing radiology process. It developed xRefer, an easy-to-use cloud platform that lets clinicians quickly find the most appropriate scan to […]
Pandemic creates a perfect storm for virtual security
Two of the largest attacks ever recorded and increased working from home have led to an urgent need for companies to revisit their security protocols. Read More ›
CCTV & Surveillance: Insights from the DPC annual report for Irish Local Authorities
State sector surveillance as well as local authorities’ use of CCTV cameras was a key focus for the DPC in 2020 as highlighted in the recently published DPC annual report. Nine local authorities were involved in these inquiries and two decisions were issued during 2020. These inquiries highlighted various weaknesses within CCTV systems, including the […]
Microsoft email hack hit 98 Irish organisations
One Irish IT security firm says that it has seen a list of 98 organisations “compromised” by the ongoing global Microsoft email attack. Read More ›
We are hiring again – Cybersecurity Intern
As part of the BH Academy we are looking to recruit a recent third level graduate looking to start a career in cybersecurity. The program will provide the selected candidate with a full time paid internship for two years while sponsoring them through the Masters in Applied Cyber Security program with Technological University Dublin (TUD). […]