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Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Quantum computing and the threat to existing encryption: NIST releases post-quantum guidance

Imagine a world in which powerful computers can instantaneously break a company’s standard encryption, threatening the most valuable financial data, intellectual property, personal information, and even national security...more

Epiq

The Importance of Data Security in Bankruptcy Claims

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Data security is a major concern across virtually all areas of the legal profession particularly in 2024 thanks in part to a record-breaking number of cyber incidents last year that cost companies an average of $4.45 million...more

Bricker Graydon LLP

Federal Grant Provides $7 Million to Fund Cybersecurity Efforts by Local Governments

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Did your computer suffer from a blue screen of death due to the global IT outage caused by an update from CrowdStrike, a popular cybersecurity provider to many enterprises around the country? Cybersecurity concerns top the...more

HaystackID

Unpacking iOS 18’s New Privacy Features – A Digital Forensics Perspective

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With every iOS update, Apple continues to tighten its grip on user privacy. The newly introduced iOS 18 is no different, bringing a suite of privacy features that are bound to make our lives as digital forensic experts a tad...more

Hogan Lovells

FBI obtains 7,000 LockBit decryption keys providing some victims relief

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Victims of LockBit ransomware attacks can reach out to the FBI for decryption keys and all companies can prepare against ransomware attacks. The FBI secured 7,000 LockBit decryption keys, providing victims of LockBit...more

Pillsbury - Internet & Social Media Law Blog

From Encryption to Employment, U.S. Federal Agencies Brace for the Effects of Quantum Computing, AI and More

In this week’s edition of Consumer Protection Dispatch, we look at the latest regulatory developments from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and the Securities and Exchange Commission...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Say What? Recitation Entitled to Patentable Weight When Not “Communicative Content”

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Addressing when claimed printed matter is entitled to patentable weight, the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reversed the Patent Trial & Appeal Board’s ruling involving the printed matter doctrine, explaining that...more

Torres Trade Law, PLLC

Persistent Errors in the Export Classification of Software Products

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Many companies, particularly Software-as-a-Service (“SaaS”) and start-up companies, continue to struggle with the concept of export control classification of items with encryption functionality. This ongoing confusion is...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

Caution! Credential Stuffing on the Rise

If you have a tendency to reuse the same password across multiple accounts, you could be leaving yourself (and your organization) exposed to risk. Credential stuffing, the stealthy technique fueling a recent explosion of...more

Integreon

Thomson Reuters: Achieving Compliance With Your Law Enforcement and Third-party Subpoena Response Process

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This article originally appeared on Thomson Reuters Westlaw Today on February 12, 2024. View the original article here. Robert Daniel and Mark Grant of Integreon, Inc. explore areas legal operations professionals should...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

AI & You: Key Considerations for a Company’s Use of Artificial Intelligence Systems

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Businesses increasingly rely on technology containing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to streamline operations, enhance employee experiences and drive strategic decision-making. The integration of AI into work systems, including...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] 14th Advanced Forum on Global Encryption, Cloud & Export Controls - May 15th - 16th, San Francisco, CA

Hosted by American Conference Institute, the 14th Advanced Forum on Global Encryption, Cloud & Cyber Export Controls returns for another exciting year with curated programming that brings together a global gathering of...more

HaystackID

[Webinar] Solve the Digital Puzzle: Your Guide to Navigating Mobile Forensics’ Future - April 24th, 12:00 pm EDT

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With mobile devices being the epicenter of communication and data generation, successfully navigating a digital investigation hinges on your ability to handle the proliferation of this data. However, forensic investigators...more

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FTC Enters Consent Agreement With Blackbaud Following Major Data Breach

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On February 1, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC or “the Commission”) announced that it had reached a settlement with Blackbaud, a software company, resolving claims related to a 2020 data breach that resulted in the...more

Fisher Phillips

Ransomware Costs Businesses Record-High $1 Billion in 2023: Your 5-Step Plan to Prevent Attacks in 2024

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2023 was the most devastating year yet for ransomware attacks, with businesses forking over $1 billion in ransom payments for the first time ever – and 2024 is expected to be even worse. Beyond the payments, the average cost...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Reminder: Have You Filed Your Encryption Self-Classification Reports with the Bureau of Industry and Security?

This is a reminder that annual self-classification reports and semi-annual reports for hardware, software, or technology utilizing encryption ("Encryption Items") were due to be filed by February 1, 2024, with the Bureau of...more

Wiley Rein LLP

New FCC Data Breach Rules Draw Criticism For Problems Beyond the CRA

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There has been a lot of coverage about the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC and Commission) new and expansive data breach notification Order, approved on a 3-2 vote at the Commission’s December 13 Open Meeting. Much...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

FTC Amends Safeguard Rule

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On October 27, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) further tightened requirements to safeguard customers’ financial information in the hands of financial institutions, with their release of a new amendment (Amendment) to...more

Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC

Are Automakers Making Sufficient Efforts to Protect Customer Data?

With the ever-expanding Internet of Things, data privacy is a growing concern in today’s digital age. The automotive industry is no exception. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) has broad regulatory...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP

UK Data Recording Obligations – Have You Got the Message?

In recent weeks, the use of encrypted messaging applications for business purposes has returned to the spotlight. In July 2023, legal challenges surrounding the disclosure of messages on devices used by former Prime Minister...more

Trusaic

Is Data Security A Priority for Your Workplace Equity Provider?

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Cyberattacks continue to rise, increasing the need for robust data security. Global weekly attacks rose by 7% during the first quarter of 2023, versus the same quarter last year. Each organization is estimated to face on...more

EDRM - Electronic Discovery Reference Model

[Webinar] Uncovering Hidden Data: How to Collect the Mobile Data your Investigation is Missing - August 10th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET

The amount of data stored on phones is overwhelming. In 95% of investigations, text messages and conversations are used as evidence sources. Investigators need to be able to be able to retrieve the full, comprehensive...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Complying With the FTC's Amended Safeguards Rule

Cybersecurity is a looming threat for most businesses. The impact of a major cyber event can resonate for weeks, months, and even years after the initial attack. To mitigate the risks to consumers, there have been several...more

Cozen O'Connor

AG James Alleges Sporting Goods Retailer Whiffed on Defending Consumer Data

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New York AG Letitia James settled with Sports Warehouse, Inc. and affiliated entities to resolve allegations that the online sporting goods retailer maintained poor data security practices that led to the compromise of...more

Ankura

When it Comes to Cybersecurity, ChatGPT Needs to Go Back to School

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With interest in Artificial intelligence (AI) soaring, we were curious to determine how well a very popular ‘generative AI’ tool, ChatGPT, could perform at identifying the leading causes of cybersecurity incidents experienced...more

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