#CybersecurityLaw

The Loper Bright Decision: How it Impacts Cybersecurity Law

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August 5, 2024 at 07:54AM The Loper Bright decision by the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Chevron deference, shifting statutory interpretation power from agencies to the judiciary. This will likely lead to increased legal challenges and scrutiny of cybersecurity regulations, impacting consistency across jurisdictions. Companies should assess compliance and stay updated on regulatory changes, while agencies … Read more

IT consultant fined for daring to expose shoddy security

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January 19, 2024 at 01:52AM A German security researcher was fined €3,000 for uncovering an e-commerce database vulnerability affecting almost 700,000 customer records. The contractor, Hendrik H., discovered a plain-text password stored in a program file, providing potential access to customer data. Despite initial court support, the Jülich District Court later fined him under Germany’s … Read more