Category Archives: Personally Identifiable Information
Recap: Personal Identifiable Information In Data Security
This month, we focused on a variety of topics regarding personal identifiable information (PII). PII includes an individual’s name, address, phone number, and medical history. In this digital age, PII is increasingly being stolen from unsuspecting individuals and organizations alike. PII allows cybercriminals to easily access financial accounts and commit identity theft and other crimes. … Continue reading
A Guide to Protecting Your PII
PII is short for Personal Identifiable Information, which refers to any data that can identify a specific person. A hacker can exploit your PII to gain access to restricted areas, make unapproved purchases under your name, or even steal your identity entirely. To keep these incidents from happening, you must know how to protect your … Continue reading
What is Personal Identifiable Information?
Personal identifiable information, or PII, is a term frequently used these days to refer to data breaches. It means any information that can find the person to whom the information is connected. With that being said, PII is considered to be confidential and must be treated as such. This information is why companies invest in … Continue reading
Some Of The Top 10 Data Breaches
Cybersecurity tools and strategies have improved by a huge margin over the years. However, data breaches remain to be one of the biggest online threats. This means you can never let your guard down, especially when you are operating online. In fact, even huge global companies with seemingly ironclad security systems can still be vulnerable … Continue reading