Wife blows spy’s cover on Facebook
Filed under: Employee computer use, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Security and law
You’d think some people would know better when it comes to keeping sensitive information off the Web. Read more
Spammers harvesting e-mail addresses on Twitter
Filed under: In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Online recruiting, Security and law
Many companies use Twitter to recruit employees or market products. But if you’re using the site, here’s a tip that could save you a lot of headaches: Read more
Third of IT workers snoop confidential info
Filed under: In this week's e-newsletter, IT staffing, Latest News & Views, Security and law
One of an IT department’s biggest nightmares: staffers using their access privileges for illegal or unethical purposes. That kind of behavior may be more widespread than you think. Read more
Verifying SSNs: New system may not be worth the trouble
Filed under: Applicant background screening, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Security and law
The Social Security Administration has unveiled a new method for verifying hires’ social security numbers. Will it make HR’s life any easier? Read more
New legal pitfall when exempt employees e-mail
Filed under: Employee computer use, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Security and law
Mandatory furloughs have become a common way for companies to avoid layoffs. But here’s one thing those companies need to look out for: Read more
Not so fast: IRS backtracks on cell-phone tax
Filed under: Communication, Security and law, Special Report
Last week, the IRS announced a proposal to start collecting taxes on employees’ personal use of work-issued cell phones. A few days later, the agency had a change of heart. Read more
E-Verify rule delayed yet again
Filed under: Applicant background screening, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Security and law
Ready for the feds’ E-Verify mandate that’s supposed to take effect at the end of this month? If not, don’t worry about it. Read more
Execs committing electronic theft, too
Filed under: Employee computer use, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Security and law
Job losses have ignited a new security threat — theft by departing employees. And who’s doing it may surprise you. Read more
Did cameras violate employees’ privacy?
Filed under: In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Security and law
When trying to catch an employee breaking the rules, is it possible to infringe on the privacy of other employees? Read more
How easy is your password to crack?
Filed under: Document retention, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Security and law
Is your carefully chosen password as secure as you think it is? Read more
