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#cyberSAFEchat: Let’s Talk Medical ID Theft and Health IT

By Morgan Grevey| 2014-10-03T09:13:29-05:00 October 3rd, 2014|Uncategorized|

Back to School Medical identity theft is a growing risk for patients and the medical industry. Ponemon Research found that in 2012 and 2013, 90 percent of healthcare organizations exposed or lost patient data. The industry has seen more than 200 breach incidents in 2014 alone. And to top it all off, medical identity theft victims estimate the value of medical services stolen in their names at $29,464 per incident.

To help shed light on the increasing risks and consequences of medical identity theft, we are hosting another edition of #cyberSAFEchat. In this chat we will explore trends in health IT and tips businesses and consumers can utilize to protect themselves from medical identity theft and recover as quickly as possible if they become victims.

Join us Monday, October 20^th at 1 PM CT with co-hosts Medical Identity Fraud Association (MIFA) and the UT Center for Identity. The hour-long Twitter chat will address the following key questions:

What is medical identity theft, how does it happen and why?
What impact does medical identity theft have on consumers and organizations? What happens to an identity once it is stolen?
Any examples of medical identity theft? How did it happen and how did it affect the victim?
How can consumers and organizations prevent and mitigate the impact of medical identity theft? What are some best practices?

To participate in this #cyberSAFEchat, all you need is a Twitter account. You can follow the hashtag #cyberSAFEchat on Monday, October 20^th from 1 to 2 PM CT and tweet your questions and comments to the group by including #cyberSAFEchat in your tweets.

Be sure to connect with @CSIdentity, @MedIDFraudAssoc and @UTCenterForID on Twitter, and let us know if you plan on participating. See you there!

May Recap: Keeping Up the Hard Work

By Morgan Grevey| 2014-06-03T15:12:35-05:00 June 1st, 2014|Uncategorized|

This month we focused big-time on preparing for our upcoming cyberSAFE webinar series and survey. Among the planning and research, we found plenty of time to take part in a few themed industry weeks, and we even found some time to relax! This is what we were up to last month:

Privacy Awareness Week
We were so excited to join in conversations and efforts around Privacy Awareness Day this month, an initiative of the Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities (APPA) to promote online privacy. In honor of the day, we published a blog post featuring some of our favorite privacy resources, tips and more. Did you do anything to participate?

National Small Business Week
We kicked off Small Business Week this May by announcing our upcoming cyberSAFE webinar – all about small business security during different stages of company growth. Throughout the week we shared security tips for small businesses, took part in Twitter chats, and gathered ideas for our webinar discussions. We were happy to honor all the small businesses out there that are doing a great job with their security and privacy efforts!

Volleyball Tournament at CSID HQ
Our Austin office knows how to have fun! We took a break one sunny Wednesday this month for a volleyball tournament. Who doesn’t love a little exercise and Vitamin D? Scroll through all of the photos on our Facebook page.

Joe Ross in the Huffington Post
Joe Ross shared a fascinating new article in his Huffington Post column about “The Dark Web and the Power of Anonymity.” Catch up on his Huffington Post column for more industry related articles.

What’s Coming Up in June
We’re looking forward to hosting another edition of our cyberSAFE webinar series on June 10^th – this one is on small business security. Register today to attend. We’ll be releasing an infographic, whitepaper and more on the topic after the webinar airs. We’ll also be hosting our next #cyberSAFEchat Twitter chat on the same topic, this June 9^th at 1 PM CT. Join us by following and tweeting using the #cyberSAFEchat hashtag during the chat. For more information, including Twitter chat questions, visit the CSID blog. Hope to see you there!

Let us know what you’re most looking forward to this month on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn and be sure to keep up with our Tumblr for up-to-date security news stories.

CSID Hosting #cyberSAFEchat: Small Business Security for Every Phase of Growth

By Morgan Grevey| 2014-05-30T13:21:36-05:00 May 30th, 2014|Uncategorized|

SMB cyberSAFEchat We recently surveyed small businesses (SMBs) on their security perceptions and habits and found that three out of every 10 SMBs are not protecting against security risks. Whether your SMB is just starting up or has been around for ages, you can bet that cyber criminals are targeting SMBs for financial fraud, data theft and much more. To help identify what cyber criminals are after during each phase of business growth and to share what methods of attack to look out for, we are hosting a Twitter chat with Symantec’s Aaron Hanson and The Securitist’s Byron Acohido who will help address how SMBs can better protect themselves from risks.

This #cyberSAFEchat on Monday, June 9^th will explore the security risks SMBs face during every phase of growth and learn how to best protect against these threats. The hour-long Twitter chat will address the following key questions:

Q1: What security risks do SMBs need to consider when starting a business and why?
Q2: How do these risks change as the business grows and why?
Q3: How can lapses in security impact a SMB?
Q4: What tools and tips would you recommend that SMBs use to secure themselves, their employees and their customers?

To participate in this #cyberSAFEchat, all you need is a Twitter account. You can follow the hashtag #cyberSAFEchat on Monday, June 9^th from 1:00 – 2:00 PM CT, and tweet your questions and comments to the group by including the #cyberSAFEchat hashtag in your tweets.

Be sure to connect with CSID, Aaron Hanson and Byron Acohido on Twitter and let us know if you plan on participating. See you there!

April Recap: Webinars, Workshops and Monster Trucks – Oh My!

By Morgan Grevey| 2014-06-03T15:36:14-05:00 May 1st, 2014|Uncategorized|

The first half of April sure was a busy one for us, with plenty of industry events, workshops and webinars. Then, we had a little more creative fun towards the end of the month. Let’s dive in.

We Hosted #cyberSAFEchat About Child ID Security and Privacy
On April 7^th we hosted a #cyberSAFEchat Twitter chat about child identity theft and privacy, featuring co-hosts Kids Privacy and LookOut Social. We had a great turnout and sparked some interesting discussions on Twitter – thanks again to all who joined!

Encore presentation of our cyberSAFE Webinar on Child ID Security and Privacy
The following day, April 8^th, we held an encore presentation of our child identity theft webinar featuring experts from Carnegie Mellon’s Cylab and uKnowKids. The original webinar is available on our site to watch at your leisure, and be sure to check out the accompanying white paper and infographic on the topic.

Speaking & Presenting at ID360 Conference
Later that week we attended UT Center for Identity’s annual ID360 Conference. Joe Ross and Bryan Hjelm were featured speakers at this year’s conference. In addition, Bryan, Adam Tyler and Joel Lang had posters and whitepapers on display. Check out our recap blog post for more on what we learned at the conference, including three key topics that are sure to drive the industry later this year.

SOS Leadership Workshop
We were pleased to host Amber Fogarty in our Austin office for her SOS Leadership “Lead Like You” workshop, which empowers women in business to refine and embrace their individual leadership skills. Visit our Facebook page for a few photos from the event.

Monster Truck Rally at HQ
Once the month settled down it was time for a little in-office fun. We hosted a monster truck rally at our Austin office complete with some 70’s glam. Take a look at the photos of the event on our Facebook page.

Joe Ross in the Huffington Post
Be sure to catch up on Joe Ross’ Huffington Post column. This month, he shared his key security takeaways from SXSW.

What’s Coming Up in May
We’re looking forward to joining conversations around National Small Business Week, May 12^th to 16^th. We’ll also be spending much of May preparing for another cyberSAFE webinar, in which we’ll discuss SMB security and reputation risks with some notable experts. This one will take place in early June, so keep an eye on the blog in early May for some updates!

Let us know what you’re most looking forward to this month on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn and be sure to keep up with our Tumblr for up-to-date security new stories.

#cyberSAFEChat: Child ID Theft and Privacy

By Morgan Grevey| 2014-04-10T14:12:28-05:00 April 10th, 2014|Uncategorized|

Last year we polled parents on their feelings and actions towards child identity theft. The results? Most were not taking measures to protect their children against identity theft risks. Recently, we heard from parents and businesses with more questions and interest surrounding this topic. To address these questions, we hosted a #cyberSAFEchat Twitter chat coupled with a replay of our 2013 webinar on child identity theft and privacy. The onslaught of interest and information shared during the Twitter chat showed just how relevant the topic still is in today’s digital world.

Clay Nichols from LookOut Social and Anne Livingston from KidsPrivacy co-hosted our #cyberSAFEchat this week, answering questions and providing expert advice on child identity theft prevention. We had a wonderful group of participants, including the National Cyber Security Alliance, Ginger Hill from Security Today Magazine, Social Assurity and Data Privacy Day. This brilliant group of security and child privacy experts shared tips, resources and facts about the realities and risks parents face when it comes to protecting their child’s identity. Below are some key highlights from our #cyberSAFEchat or you can read the entire chat transcript on our Storify.

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March Recap: SXSW Interactive and More

By Morgan Grevey| 2014-04-03T09:41:08-05:00 April 3rd, 2014|Uncategorized|

Phew! March has come to a close – and what a busy month it was. Let’s dive right in.

SXSW Interactive

We have another successful SXSW Interactive under our belts. This year we took part in everything from news interviews (President Joe Ross and CIO Adam Tyler both did TV interviews) to panel discussions (VP Bryan Hjelm and CIO Adam Tyler both spoke at SXSW) – and we even had some time to relax at our annual Protect Your Buzz happy hour. Catch our full SXSW recap, including key cyber security takeaways, in our blog post here. And be sure to tag yourself in any photos from our happy hour photo booth – find them all on Facebook.

Healthiest Employer in Central Texas

We were recently recognized as one of the Healthiest Employers of Central Texas by the Austin Business Journal. We placed 10^th in the “medium company” category and celebrated with a walk around Lady Bird Lake here in Austin. So proud of our team! Catch photos from the awards breakfast and our celebratory walk on our Facebook page.

Joe Ross and the Austin Chamber of Commerce

This month our president and co-founder Joe Ross spoke at the Austin Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Council. Joe shared identity theft risks small businesses in Austin – and everywhere – should take into consideration, including POS malware, social media risks and the Internet of Things.

Joe Ross in the Huffington Post and Security Today

Joe Ross also shared an update on “The Mad State of Malware” in his Huffington Post column. Catch up on more of Joe’s columns on the Huffington Post, including “The Ongoing Battle Against Breaches” and “A Look Forward: 2014 and Identity Theft.”

What’s coming up in April

The first half of April is sure to be a busy one! On April 7^th we are hosting a Twitter chat about child identity theft and privacy – join us and follow #cyberSAFEchat at 1 PM CDT with co-hosts Kids Privacy and LookOut Social. Then, at 12 PM CDT on April 8^th we will screen a re-run of our child identity theft webinar featuring experts from Carnegie Mellon’s Cylab and uKnowKids. Reserve your spot now.

Finally, on April 9^th and 10^th we will be at UT Center for Identity’s ID360 conference, where Joe Ross and Bryan Hjelm will both be featured speakers. We’re looking forward to catching up with industry experts from around the country. Hope to see you there!

Let us know what you’re most looking forward to this month on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn and be sure to keep up with our Tumblr for up-to-date security new stories.

CSID Hosting #cyberSAFEChat: Child ID Theft and Privacy

By Morgan Grevey| 2014-03-17T12:31:38-05:00 March 17th, 2014|Uncategorized|

A few months ago we hosted a webinar about the increasing problem of child identity theft. Since then, the topic has only gotten hotter. On a daily basis we see more stories in the news and receive business inquiries about child ID theft – so we thought, why not address this issue again? Thus, on April 8 at 12 PM CDT we will be re-screening our webinar about child ID theft, featuring panelists from LookOut Social, Carnegie Mellon Cylab and uKnowKids. Stay tuned for details on how to register for this webinar replay.

Leading up to the webinar, we’ll be hosting another rendition of #cyberSAFEchat! Join us for the Twitter chat Monday, April 7 at 1 PM CT to talk about child identity theft and privacy.

In this chat, we will explore why and how children’s identities are at risk, how social media plays a role in their security, privacy and reputations, and what we can do to mitigate these risks. We will welcome co-hosts and fellow child identity and privacy experts LookOut Social (@lookoutsocial) and KidsPrivacy (@kidsprivacy) to discuss the following key questions:

Q1: Why and how are children targeted for ID theft?

Q2: How have social media and other online activities impacted children’s identities?

Q3: What are schools, governments and other institutions doing to help protect kids’ identities – and how much of a role do you think they should have?

Q4: What can we do – as parents, businesses and consumers – to combat child ID theft and keep kids safe online?

To participate in #cyberSAFEChat, all you need is a Twitter account. You can follow the hashtag #cyberSAFEChat on Monday, April 7 from 1 – 2 PM CT, and tweet your questions and comments to the group by including the #cyberSAFEChat hashtag in your tweets.

Don’t forget to add it to your calendar! And be sure to connect with CSID, LookOutSocial and KidsPrivacy on Twitter and let us know if you plan on participating. See you there!

October Recap: National Cyber Security Month and More

By Morgan Grevey| 2013-11-04T16:37:52-06:00 November 4th, 2013|Uncategorized|

Despite the ever-warm temperatures at our Austin headquarters, Fall has officially arrived. We welcomed the last few months of the year with a new partnership with the state of South Carolina and have been hard at work spreading the word about National Cyber Security Awareness Month, along with many companies and organizations across the nation. Take a closer look at what we did in October and what’s to come in November:

National Cyber Security Awareness Month

October was the 10^th annual National Cyber Security Month (NCSAM) – a month dedicated to education and awareness about cyber security issues. To take part, we posted daily security tips on Twitter, engaged in conversations about NCSAM in the social media sphere, and even co-hosted a Twitter chat with fellow security industry experts. Check out our blog post about NCSAM for more on cyber security awareness.

Co-Hosted #ChatSTC for NCSAM

As mentioned above, we were an honored co-host for an official NCSAM edition of #ChatSTC, a regular Twitter chat hosted by STOP. THINK. CONNECT. and the National Cyber Security Alliance. This chat was full of fellow industry experts, including folks from Visa Security, AT&T, FTC, Department of Homeland Security and ESET. Check out our discussion on cybercrime and how to protect against it as a business or individual.

South Carolina Identity Protection Partnership

This month we announced a partnership with the state of South Carolina. For the next year, we will be providing identity protection services to South Carolina taxpayers impacted by a statewide security breach. Those eligible can enroll for the identity protection program at www.scidprotection.com.

More from Joe Ross on Huffington Post

CSID President Joe Ross contributed three additional pieces to his column in the Huffington Post: “How to Start Creating Smart Online Habits,” “Tips for Creating Smart Online Habits,” and “Your Business’ Security Is Online as Strong As Your Employee’s Weakest Tweet.” Take a look and let us know if you have additional tips to share or questions from Joe.

UT Center for Identity Symposium

We always look forward to events hosted by The University of Texas Center for Identity, as they gather the best experts from all parts of the security industry. This month we mingled and learned from the best at another UT Center for Identity Symposium. Learn more about the center and their events.

CSID Does Halloween

Each year our Austin office hosts an exceptional Halloween costume contest – and this year was no let down. We saw some great get-ups, from Doc Brown to the crew from Anchorman to the gang from Mad Men. Congratulations to the winners! Check out all the photos on our Facebook page.

What We’re Looking Forward to in November – we’re looking forward to a proactive month, educating individuals and businesses about the security risks that come during the holidays and preparing for a productive new year. Join us on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn for more updates.

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month – And We’re Participating!

By Morgan Grevey| 2013-10-21T11:36:34-05:00 October 16th, 2013|Uncategorized|

National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) brings our industry together for a common cause– to build awareness about cyber security and provide people with the tools they need to protect themselves from risk. It is an important topic for businesses and consumers alike.

To honor NCSAM, we’re teaming up with STOP. THINK. CONNECT. and a number of other industry experts for an official NCSAM Twitter chat on cybercrime. Join us October 24 at 3 PM EST to talk about how online activities increase risk for identity theft, fraud and abuse by following and tweeting with the hashtag #ChatSTC. We will be sharing our expertise and listening to your questions, concerns and comments about cybercrime.

What: Cybercrime Twitter Chat for NCSAM

Hashtag: #ChatSTC

When: Thursday, October 24 at 2 PM CT/3 PM EST

Guests: CSID (@CSIdentity), ESET (@ESET), Visa (@VisaSecurity), AT&T (@ATTBusiness), Federal Trade Commission (@FTC), STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (@cyber), National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline)

More info: https://stopthinkconnect.org/get-involved/twitter-chats/

What are you—as a business or individual—doing to honor NCSAM? We’d be happy to get involved with your venture. Let us know on Facebook or Twitter, and be sure to join in NCSAM conversations on social media using the hashtag #NCSAM.

In addition to our participation in the Twitter chat, we’ve become an official NCSAM Champion and have been active with NCSAM conversations on social media, posting daily security tips, including:

September Recap: It All Comes Down To This

By Morgan Grevey| 2013-10-02T17:24:23-05:00 October 2nd, 2013|Uncategorized|

With summer officially over, September found us keeping our noses to the grindstone here at CSID. A large portion of September was spent thinking and talking about online reputation management as we prepped for our quarterly CSID cyberSAFE webinar. It all came down to September 24^th, when we hosted the webinar with three very cool panelists (more on that below). But it wasn’t all about work and webinars in September. We also made time for a little fun. Take a look at what we were up to this September:

cyberSAFE Webinar Series: Online Reputation Management

On the 24^th we held a cyberSAFE webinar on “Managing Online Reputation.” We enjoyed the enthusiastic discussion among our panelists: Parry Aftab from Wired Safety, HR consultant and writer Jessica Miller-Merrell, professor of law at Washington University St. Louis Neil Richards, and CSID’s own Bryan Hjelm, VP of Product and Marketing. Read a recap of the webinar discussion or watch it anytime on-demand.

Stemming from that webinar – we also released a corresponding whitepaper and infographic on the topic. Check it out on our blog and feel free to share!

Hosted #cyberSAFEchat with Security Today Magazine

Prior to our webinar, we got together with Ginger Hill, a reporter with Security Today Magazine, to host a Twitter chat about online reputation management. Joined by other industry experts, we discussed how employees’ personal social media use can impact their employers’ businesses reputation and security. Find great tips and takeaways from this chat in our recap.

More from Joe Ross on Huffington Post

CSID President Joe Ross contributed another piece to the Huffington Post: “How to Prevent Child Identity Theft Part Two: What Businesses Can Do.” Take a look and let us know if you have additional tips to share.

Hosted Austin Technology Council Happy Hour

Our Austin office hosted this month’s Austin Technology Council (ATC) happy hour, catered by our favorite food truck in the city, Valentino’s, and complete with CSID-branded cookies. We enjoyed conversations from the ATC, CSID president Joe Ross, as well as a particularly engaging talk about cybersecurity from our Chief Innovation Officer Adam Tyler. It was great to see so many new and familiar faces. Thanks for joining us!

What We’re Looking Forward to in October – National Cyber Security Awareness Month

October is the 10^th annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) and we’re pumped to be a part of it! Join us on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn for daily security tips and other NCSAM related posts. We’ll also be co-hosting an official NCSAM Twitter chat on October 24^th about cybercrime with STOP.THINK.CONNECT. and other industry experts. What are you doing for NCSAM?

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