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A-Z ABOUT COOKIES
What are cookies?
A cookie is a small text file that web pages you visit a store on your computer’s hard drive. The website’s server-side application generates the file and the data it contains. Your browser’s cookie can also be accessed by the server (but not by cookies created by other websites).
It is possible to use a cookie as an identifier for a website. Identifies you as the same browser that visited earlier, not revealing any personal information (since the data contained in the cookie was provided by the website in the first place).
Types of cookies
Cookies come in a variety of “flavors”.
- A session cookie is the most prevalent type because they expire after one session. Almost all commercial websites rely on cookies to keep track of a single browsing session.
- Permanent cookies, also known as persistent cookies, are another prevalent type. It is possible for these cookies to keep track of you throughout numerous sessions. In many websites and apps, the “Remember Me” or “Keep Me Logged In” functionality is handled by this class of web browsers.
- Flash cookies are distinct from “normal” (or “HTTP”) cookies in that they are generated and kept in the Adobe Flash browser software, rather than at a separate cookie storage location. Despite the fact that you can clear your browser cookies, Flash cookies remain.
Cookies and Violation of Privacy
HTTP cookies are a need for today’s Internet, but they pose a privacy risk to you. HTTP cookies are an essential aspect of web browsing and allow web developers to personalize and streamline your online experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your computer that keep track of things like your website logins, shopping cart contents, and more. For crooks, though, can be a goldmine of sensitive information.
Although the vast majority of cookies are secure, some can be used to track you without your permission. And to make matters worse, criminals can sometimes monitor your online activities simply by intercepting cookies you set themselves.
The Law for Cookies
The European Parliament passed Directive 2009/136/EC, often known as the “Cookie Law,” which mandated that all EU countries implement rules requiring websites to get informed consent before storing or retrieving information on a visitor’s computer or web-enabled device.
In order to comply with the EU Cookie Law, website owners who utilize cookies must take the following actions:
- Visitors to your website should be informed that your site collects and stores information via cookies.
- You must provide specifics on how the cookie data will be used. You must.
- You must give visitors the option to accept or reject cookies on your website.
- If they reject, you must prevent cookies from being placed on their computer.
A key part of the European Union’s privacy legislation was first implemented in the UK statute. It can be found in the 2011 Privacy and Electronic Communications Act. In accordance with the legislation, websites and apps cannot retain or retrieve information from a visitor’s computer (or device) without the visitor’s express permission.
A-Z ABOUT COOKIES
What are cookies?
A cookie is a small text file that web pages you visit a store on your computer’s hard drive. The website’s server-side application generates the file and the data it contains. Your browser’s cookie can also be accessed by the server (but not by cookies created by other websites).
It is possible to use a cookie as an identifier for a website. Identifies you as the same browser that visited earlier, not revealing any personal information (since the data contained in the cookie was provided by the website in the first place).
Types of cookies
Cookies come in a variety of “flavors”.
- A session cookie is the most prevalent type because they expire after one session. Almost all commercial websites rely on cookies to keep track of a single browsing session.
- Permanent cookies, also known as persistent cookies, are another prevalent type. It is possible for these cookies to keep track of you throughout numerous sessions. In many websites and apps, the “Remember Me” or “Keep Me Logged In” functionality is handled by this class of web browsers.
- Flash cookies are distinct from “normal” (or “HTTP”) cookies in that they are generated and kept in the Adobe Flash browser software, rather than at a separate cookie storage location. Despite the fact that you can clear your browser cookies, Flash cookies remain.
Cookies and Violation of Privacy
HTTP cookies are a need for today’s Internet, but they pose a privacy risk to you. HTTP cookies are an essential aspect of web browsing and allow web developers to personalize and streamline your online experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your computer that keep track of things like your website logins, shopping cart contents, and more. For crooks, though, can be a goldmine of sensitive information.
Although the vast majority of cookies are secure, some can be used to track you without your permission. And to make matters worse, criminals can sometimes monitor your online activities simply by intercepting cookies you set themselves.
The Law for Cookies
The European Parliament passed Directive 2009/136/EC, often known as the “Cookie Law,” which mandated that all EU countries implement rules requiring websites to get informed consent before storing or retrieving information on a visitor’s computer or web-enabled device.
In order to comply with the EU Cookie Law, website owners who utilize cookies must take the following actions:
- Visitors to your website should be informed that your site collects and stores information via cookies.
- You must provide specifics on how the cookie data will be used. You must.
- You must give visitors the option to accept or reject cookies on your website.
- If they reject, you must prevent cookies from being placed on their computer.
A key part of the European Union’s privacy legislation was first implemented in the UK statute. It can be found in the 2011 Privacy and Electronic Communications Act. In accordance with the legislation, websites and apps cannot retain or retrieve information from a visitor’s computer (or device) without the visitor’s express permission.
Major Privacy Updates of the Week
Cnil imposes a fine of 1 million euros on Total Energies
CNil, the French policewoman for personal data, has fined Total Energies 1 million euros for not respecting, in particular, obligations related to “commercial exploration and people’s rights”.
Cnil imposes a fine of 1 million euros on Total Energies
CNil, the French policewoman for personal data, has fined Total Energies 1 million euros for not respecting, in particular, obligations related to “commercial exploration and people’s rights”.
Consumer groups in the EU, and US file complaints against Google’s deceptive signup process
Ten European consumer groups filed new privacy complaints against Google, alleging that Google is using deceptive design, unclear language, and misleading choices when consumers sign up for a Google account to encourage more extensive and invasive data processing. Contrary to its claims, the tech giant is thwarting consumers who want to better protect their privacy, said consumer groups under the coordination of the European Consumer Organization (BEUC).
Consumer groups in the EU, and US file complaints against Google’s deceptive signup process
Ten European consumer groups filed new privacy complaints against Google, alleging that Google is using deceptive design, unclear language, and misleading choices when consumers sign up for a Google account to encourage more extensive and invasive data processing. Contrary to its claims, the tech giant is thwarting consumers who want to better protect their privacy, said consumer groups under the coordination of the European Consumer Organization (BEUC).
Lithuania hit by an intense cyber attack
The government of Lithuania announced that it had been hit by an “intense” cyberattack, likely launched from Moscow, days after the Russian government protested restrictions Vilnius imposed on the rail transit of certain goods to Kaliningrad. The authorities believe that the attacks will continue in the coming days, and will be aimed at organizations in the transport, energy, and financial sectors.
Lithuania hit by an intense cyber attack
The government of Lithuania announced that it had been hit by an “intense” cyberattack, likely launched from Moscow, days after the Russian government protested restrictions Vilnius imposed on the rail transit of certain goods to Kaliningrad. The authorities believe that the attacks will continue in the coming days, and will be aimed at organizations in the transport, energy, and financial sectors.
Flagstar Bank announces data breach impacting 1.5 million customers Personal Information
Flagstar Bank is notifying 1.5 million customers of a data breach where hackers accessed personal data during a December cyberattack. Flagstar is a Michigan-based financial services provider and one of the largest banks in the United States, having total assets of over $30 billion. After an investigation, the bank discovered on June 2nd that the threat actors accessed sensitive customer details, including full names and social security numbers.
Flagstar Bank announces data breach impacting 1.5 million customers Personal Information
Flagstar Bank is notifying 1.5 million customers of a data breach where hackers accessed personal data during a December cyberattack. Flagstar is a Michigan-based financial services provider and one of the largest banks in the United States, having total assets of over $30 billion. After an investigation, the bank discovered on June 2nd that the threat actors accessed sensitive customer details, including full names and social security numbers.
New ZuoRAT Malware Attacks Routers and Hijacks Connected Devices
Identified and described by Black Lotus Labs, the ZuoRAT malware is a remote access trojan (or RAT). It collects and sends a victim’s private data to an outside threat actor, usually a hacker or group of hackers. This attack could allow hackers to hijack an entire network of PCs, bring down a small business with ransomware, or turn a local network into a botnet.
New ZuoRAT Malware Attacks Routers and Hijacks Connected Devices
Identified and described by Black Lotus Labs, the ZuoRAT malware is a remote access trojan (or RAT). It collects and sends a victim’s private data to an outside threat actor, usually a hacker or group of hackers. This attack could allow hackers to hijack an entire network of PCs, bring down a small business with ransomware, or turn a local network into a botnet.
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