Tag: data protection

5 million VTech customers affected by major data breach

December 1, 2015

VTech has announced that it has experienced a data breach, which has affected up to five million of its customers. The specialist electronic toys and technology company revealed that its Learning Lodge website, which has been “temporarily suspended”, was compromised on November 14th. Learning Lodge, which is similar to app stores like Google Play, is … More 5 million VTech customers affected by major data breach

90% of large businesses in the UK experienced data breach

September 24, 2015

The UK government has called on all businesses in the country to protect themselves from the growing threat of cybercrime. Ed Vaizey, minister for culture and the digital economy, said that while many enterprises are “reaping the benefits” of being online, no organization is immune to the menace of cyberattacks. As an example, he stated … More 90% of large businesses in the UK experienced data breach

ESET acquires recognised Data Encryption leader DESlock+

September 23, 2015

ESET today announces the acquisition of recognised data encryption company DESlock+ and plans to integrate this solution into its broad portfolio of consumer and business products. An older ESET Ireland survey revealed the Irish were rather clueless about data leakage and data protection, but the governmental agencies in European Union are enforcing regulations that require … More ESET acquires recognised Data Encryption leader DESlock+

Mobile banking security still a barrier for consumers

May 27, 2015

Customers are increasingly turning to mobile apps to make simple banking transactions, but a significant portion of those who don’t bank using mobile devices cite security concerns as the reason. In a Deloitte report, referenced by Tripwire, it was found that of the respondents who do not regularly use mobile devices for financial services, 61 percent listed security issues as the … More Mobile banking security still a barrier for consumers