Data security

A scathing new report from the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration calls into question the ability of the IRS to protect its mass of data.

The Internal Revenue Service has been expanding its telework programs during the pandemic while also trying to fend off cyberattacks.

What’s wrong with the IRS?; lessons from court; a new blog; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

With so many staff now working from home or remotely, accounting firms need new security strategies.

More vendors are releasing tools that make it DIY tech easier, the ongoing problem of cybersecurity, and other stories you may have missed.

The biggest firms recently announced that they would spend $9 billion on new technologies.

The Internal Revenue Service and its partners in state tax authorities and the tax preparation industry are teaming up this week on a special campaign to highlight the dangers of tax scams and identity theft at this time of year.

Audit committees at public companies have been upping the amount of disclosures they have been providing in proxy statements, especially when it comes to cybersecurity and non-audit services.

Internal auditors are keeping a close eye on emerging risks as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, with cybersecurity at the top of the priority list.

Practices’ problems, by firm size; remote tax obligations for services; hammering the basics; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

How to network; testing cyber defense; Pandora the explorer; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

Two TIGTA reports still see room for improvement, however.

A review found 8,332 individual international 2018 returns filed with potentially erroneous or fraudulent refunds that weren’t identified.

The framework enhances security and compliance — and can even improve audits.

Pittsburgh-based managed service provider Vertical Solutions will combine operations with HBK IT.

Assessing the delays; myths about preparers;the numbers behind the season;and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

Changes in practice and the business environment generated by the pandemic have broadened the areas of liability for accountants.

Comparing your fees; auditing climate goals; new marketing blog; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

The need for business leaders and executives to add strategic IT experts to their roster of trusted advisors is long overdue.

Crayons and improving workflow; Deloitte goes to law school; certified importance; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.