The recent case of a health care worker who accessed close to 200 individuals’ medical records underscores how important it is for employers to have clear privacy policies and training … Read More
U.S. President Joe Biden is urging Americans to prepare for possible state-sponsored cyberattacks from Russia, while Canadian authorities warn we’re also vulnerable to Russian cyberthreats.
On March 21, Biden issued a … Read More
An Ontario Court has ordered a convicted cybercriminal to pay $2.8 million in restitution to eight victims of ransomware attacks, illustrating how costly these attacks can be to organizations across … Read More
The recent “Zoom-bombing” of a council meeting in Saskatchewan serves as a reminder to municipalities everywhere of the importance of using secure platforms for virtual meetings.
Earlier this month, a rural … Read More
The British Columbia Superior Court (“BCSC”) recently denied certification of a proposed class action alleging user privacy violations in Chow v Facebook, 2022 BCSC 137 (“Chow”). This denial demonstrates that … Read More
Ransomware attacks are not only becoming increasingly sophisticated – they’re also targeting critical infrastructure and becoming more “professional,” according to a recent report highlighting ransomware attacks that took place last … Read More
Since 2014, Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) has been used to crack down on companies sending out spam emails and other unwanted electronic communications. But recent CASL fines indicate the legislation … Read More
Ransomware attacks cost Canadian organizations an average of almost half a million dollars last year, according to a recent report that offers tips on preventing costly breaches.
A December 2021 report … Read More
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a new set of guidelines designed to help organizations assess their security and privacy controls.
The guidelines include customizable privacy assessment … Read More
In a world already exhausted by the unrelenting pandemic, the holiday season offers the promise of a reprieve for some. Unfortunately, the holiday season is also a time when cyber … Read More
