Paul Underwood

1 month ago | techradar.com | Paul Underwood

(Image credit: Shutterstock)On the list of high-priority concerns for chief information security officers (CISOs) these days, privacy is occupying an increasingly prominent position. Privacy has always been important for businesses and other organizations handling sensitive customer and stakeholder information, but recent changes in privacy regulations are putting greater responsibility on CISOs, who are required to perform thorough risk assessments while making the results available on demand.

2 months ago | darkreading.com | Paul Underwood

COMMENTARYI'm a Marriott guy. I have been for a long time, and it's hard to imagine making a change at this point. So when I read about the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ordering Marriott to overhaul its data security strategy recently, it got me thinking. Despite the US government making it crystal clear that this company I trusted with my data did a poor job protecting it, I still knew it would keep my business.  Here in the US, we've become complacent when it comes to data breaches.

Jan 21, 2025 | securitymagazine.com | Paul Underwood

Every morning, I start my day by reading the news, and every morning, I see headlines about major cyberattacks and breaches causing damage to companies, brands, and people around the world. The barrage of attacks and the damage that goes with them are relentless. Attackers will always be on the lookout for soft targets, but my experience has taught me that implementing some basic yet powerful protections can shield most organizations from ransomware attacks and data breaches.

Nov 15, 2024 | marketwatch.com | Adam Frankel |Paul Underwood

Adjustable-rate mortgages, including 10/1 ARMs, come with an initial teaser rate that’s generally lower than the rate for conventional 30-year mortgage home loans, but there are considerations for the remainder of the loan term after that fixed-rate period ends. In this article, we at the MarketWatch Guides team explain how a 10/1 ARM works, who this real estate loan might be best for and how to compare mortgage lenders.

Nov 15, 2024 | marketwatch.com | David Rodeck |Paul Underwood

Fifth Third Bank is the largest bank headquartered in Ohio and one of the largest in the country. It offers various deposit accounts, including certificates of deposit. Some of its CD offerings are better than others. If you are looking for a CD to grow your money, it’s essential to research first. That way, you can find the best place to earn interest no matter where you bank. Here’s how Fifth Third Bank compares to the competition.