Cyber security

The IRS offers a number of tips for protecting client data

Companies that refer to trade secrets in their Form 10-K annual reports are at greater risk of cyberattacks from criminals who are intent on uncovering them, according to a team of accounting researchers.

The Internal Revenue Service is encouraging practitioners to secure their client data.

An advisory committee report worries the IRS will focus more on tax reform than on cybersecurity.

The web application automates assessment and provides on-demand reports.

The technology will be part of the firm’s risk advisory services practice.

Industry accountants understand the reputational and material risks of a data breach, but they aren’t given enough of a say in security protocol.

The new offering strengthens the firm's cybersecurity capabilities.

IT expert Donny Shimamoto and firm owner Dan Moore shared some tried-and-tested approaches to keep client data secure at the AICPA Engage conference.