Cyber attacks

The service wants practitioners, particularly in smaller tax practices, to use a new template to create a data security plan.

Internal audit has become a necessary line of defense in organizational management of these risks

Cyber-defenses; Tax Gap inaccuracy; a new retirement age; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

This month in our inaugural Cybersecurity Roundup, we find that the results of a cyber incident can take time to make themselves known.

Phishing scams, ransomware attacks, data breaches, insider threats and regulatory noncompliance are all risks that firms must urgently track and prepare to mitigate.

Researchers used ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence-driven text generator, to create a new strain of malware capable of bypassing traditional controls.

Accounting practices that are not already taking cybersecurity seriously need to make it a top priority now.

Data indicates that over 5 million people have had malware steal their personal information and put up for sale for scammers.

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Rettig speaks; FASB on crypto; going public; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

The High Court considers taxes; a new perspective on cyber attacks; how to answer the phone; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

A recent analysis has found that the United States suffers more ransomware attacks than any other country.

A recent study has found a positive association between sanitizing contract information and later cyberattacks.

Accountants aren't the only ones interested in software-as-a-service models. Criminal hackers are too, and have already made platforms for people to custom-build their own ransomware campaigns.

Corralling social media; federal tax outlook; the cannabis business; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

Ronin, a video game-linked blockchain network, said hackers stole about $600 million worth of cryptocurrencies, one of the largest of such heists in history.

With the market for these policies hardening, accounting firms need to be proactive to get covered.

The solutions to these complex problems are best guided by multifaceted teams adept at bridging the gap between technology and finance.

Tech experts from across the profession share 14 of their best tips for protecting you and your clients.

With millions of more Americans now telecommuting, accounting firm leaders need to know how to prevent data breaches and information theft.