Privacy Tip #372 – Personal Preparedness for Massive Cyber-AttackNew!!
It is scary to think of cyber warfare and how it may affect us. But the reality is there, and we should be prepared. I was chatting with a colleague this...
Privacy Tip #371 – Internet Safety Guide for Seniors
I was talking to a client today about a security incident and the discussion turned to how threat actors are using increasingly more sophisticated ways to attack individuals and companies. She...
Privacy Tip #370 – Check Your Privacy Settings Frequently
I have the pleasure to present an advanced session on cybersecurity to tax preparers at the IRS’ National Tax Preparers Forum each year. The sessions are well attended, and I enjoy...
Privacy Tip #369 – Stop! Don’t Scan that QR Code!
I hate to say, “I told you so,” but I did. I have repeatedly warned against scanning QR codes. Following the pandemic and scanning QR codes at restaurants, people have become...
Privacy Tip #368 – Delivery Drivers and Restaurants Targeted by Scams
It is so convenient now to order food from restaurants and have it delivered right to your door with delivery services like DoorDash and Uber Eats. Restaurants and delivery drivers depend...
Privacy Tip #367 – Update your Apple Operating System to 16.6 NOW
On Monday, July 24, 2023, Apple issued a security update to address vulnerabilities that have been linked to a spyware campaign. iOS 16.6 fixes 25 iPhone security flaws, several of which...
Privacy Tip #366 – Tips for Protecting Your Privacy While Using Generative AI
The use of generative AI tools, such as Chat GPT, has grown exponentially. However, many users do not understand how the technology works, and how the use of generative AI collects...
Privacy Tip #365 – Nevada Enacts Consumer Health Data Privacy Law
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo recently signed into law a sweeping and restrictive consumer health data privacy law that requires covered entities (defined as any person who conducts business in the state...
Privacy Tip #364 – Montana Enacts Genetic Information Privacy Law
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has signed SB 351, the Genetic Information Privacy Act (GINA), which “requires an entity to provide consumer information regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of genetic data;...
Privacy Tip #363 – Regulating AI
This week, the CEO of OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT and the Chief Privacy Officer of IBM testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law. During...