Data Privacy and Data Protection in the COVID Era
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated cybersecurity issues, particularly concerning cloud security and remote work vulnerabilities. Threat actors are exploiting these weaknesses through social engineering and business email compromise, leading to an increase in ransomware and data breaches. This amplified risk also heightens the potential for legal liabilities related to privacy violations and data breach notifications.
IFF Assessment
The article highlights an increase in threat actor activity and successful exploits due to the pandemic, posing greater risks to organizations.
Defender Context
Defenders need to be vigilant against pandemic-related social engineering and remote work vulnerabilities. Organizations should review their cloud security posture and implement robust strategies to combat malware and ransomware, especially as emerging technologies expand the attack surface.