California

200,000 Impacted by Data Breach at Los Angeles County Public Health Agency

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June 17, 2024 at 10:14AM The County of Los Angeles’ Department of Public Health confirmed a data breach affecting 200,000 individuals, caused by a phishing attack compromising employees’ login credentials. Attackers accessed personal information, prompting Public Health to take measures and offer one year of free monitoring services. Other health agencies in the county also … Read more

New California Delete Act Tightens Rules for Data Brokers

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October 12, 2023 at 09:59AM California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law that defines the responsibilities and processes of data brokers. The law requires businesses in California to meet new procedures to protect consumers’ personal privacy. The California Privacy Protection Agency will now enforce data broker obligations. Data brokers must register with the … Read more