Data security

The vulnerability of the Social Security number isn't helping, either.

The path toward embracing a new digital landscape and learning how to thrive within it, however, is not always so clear.

Researchers used ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence-driven text generator, to create a new strain of malware capable of bypassing traditional controls.

There were hundreds of millions of data breaches in 2022, which nonetheless represents a major improvement from previous years.

Plus, cybercriminals go corporate, and other news and updates from the accounting technology world.

Remote workers, by their very nature, are more vulnerable to cyber threats. One study suggests that the best way to get them to take these threats seriously is fear.

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Cryptocurrency-enabled cybercrimes are growing in sophistication, aided by criminal groups that increasingly mimic legitimate corporate structures.

These pain points can be debilitating when trying to build and run a successful business — but there are solutions.

Recent news of tax solutions leaking data to third parties like Facebook have raised concerns about how accountants can protect client privacy in the age of big data.

Accounting practices that are not already taking cybersecurity seriously need to make it a top priority now.

Data indicates that over 5 million people have had malware steal their personal information and put up for sale for scammers.

In addition to safeguarding their own data, accountants must also maintain security at their firms, and keep client data secure.

A recent report from AuditBoard says that cybersecurity and data privacy are among the key risks facing internal auditors today.

Audit committees are including more disclosures within proxy statements, but there's a disconnect between what investors expect and what companies are willing to disclose.

The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration said the Internal Revenue Service has been successful at preventing ransomware attacks on its systems.

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The cloud security solutions provider announced the release of DSM Explorer, the free version of its Data Security Manager software.

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network found that there had been at least 1,251 ransomware-related incidents last year, compared to 602 incidents reported in 2020.

A new launch from Intuit, and nine other developments in technology this past month and how they'll impact your clients and your firm.