Protecting Your Laptop Against Potential Threats

In today’s digital age, data security is of paramount importance, especially in the healthcare sector. A major health system’s data breach is a stark reminder of the potential risks healthcare organizations face. Encryption must be a mandatory measure for protecting your laptop, not only against cyber-criminals but also physical theft. The Breach That Exposed 43,000 […]
Millions of Deleted Files Recovered from Hard Drives Purchased Online

Turns out that the years of eBay warning prospective vendors of making sure their laptops and storage devices have been wiped clean to keep deleted files from being recovered probably fell on a ton of deaf ears. Files Easily Recovered from Discarded Hard Drives There’s a worrying trend happening that you should be aware of. […]
What to Do if Your Laptop is Stolen

It does not matter if it’s a personal laptop or one you use for work, your laptop is your lifeline to so many things. It helps you to stay connected, but it also has a lot of information about you stored in it. If you lose it, or your laptop is stolen, you are at […]
NASA Laptop Data Breach Exposed Private Information

In a shocking turn of events, one of the world’s most prominent space agencies, NASA fell victim to a significant data breach. This breach resulted in the exposure of private information belonging to approximately 10,000 employees. The incident raises concerns not only about the security measures in place within NASA but also about the broader […]
Uber Security Breach with Driver Data Leaked

In a significant blow to ride-hailing giant Uber, a recent security breach at a third-party vendor has resulted in the theft of driver data. This breach has exposed sensitive information belonging to over 77,000 Uber and UberEats employees, including details related to third-party vendor services and mobile device management platforms. This alarming incident raises serious […]
Coca-Cola Data Breach Due to Stolen Laptops

Data breaches are becoming increasingly common and can have serious consequences for both individuals and organizations. Recently, Coca-Cola reported a data breach that impacted 74,000 employees and individuals due to stolen laptops containing sensitive personal information. Such breaches underscore the need for robust data security measures to prevent them. Prevent Data Breaches with Opal Lock’s […]
Nearly 50 Million Have Had Their Health Data Breached
Over the last few years, healthcare organizations, both providers and insurers, in almost every state in the U.S. reported their health data breached. Hacking accounted for 75 percent of all healthcare data breaches. With the healthcare industry’s move to digital and an increase in remote work, there are now, more than ever, more avenues for […]
BetMGM Confirms a Data Breach of Over 1 Million Customers
MGM Resorts-owned online sports betting company BetMGM confirms a data breach the same day hackers offered to sell a database containing the information of 1.5 million BetMGM customers. The company is now offering to pay for two years of free credit monitoring and identity restoration services to the customers who were impacted. You can read […]
Secure Your Data with Proper Disk Drive Disposal
Properly disposing of disk drives is crucial in ensuring the security of sensitive information. Unfortunately, as seen in the Morgan Stanley data breach, not all companies take the necessary steps to protect their data. However, using products like Opal Lock can provide a solution to this problem! The Opal Lock Solution Opal Lock is a […]