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21WC-0041: K2's Current Tech Crimes: Ripped from the Headlines (Webinar)

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
10:00am - 11:40am Central Time
2 CPE (2 technical)

Security is a top concern for CPAs. Yet many hacks result from organizations not implementing effective internal controls over information technology. Master critical IT-related controls using new case studies; all new for 2020. We'll examine real-world breaches and security failures. You'll better understand how to protect your company and data. In this fast-paced session we'll cover IT-related controls you can use to prevent computer crimes, including identity and information theft, tax refund fraud, and more!

Major subjects

  • Data breach and computer security tips
  • Security awareness training
  • Learn more about current events and improve your security knowledge at the same time

Learning objective(s)

  • List at least three major security incidents reported in the headlines in the last two years, and explain at least one major control design or operation flaws which allowed the hack to occur
  • Define the three factors used to authenticate someone to a system and explain why two-factor authentication is preferable to one-factor authentication
  • Explain why home-grade computer hardware and applications are inherently less secure than business and enterprise grade hardware and applications
  • List at least three best practices learned as a result of reviewing the incidents cited in the case studiesTBD

Who should take this program?

Busy accounting and financial professionals who want to improve their personal and organizational productivity

Fees

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More program information

Instructor Tommy Stephens, CPA, CITP, CGMA
Location Online
Area
of study
Information technology
Field(s)
of study
Information Technology - Technical (2.0)
Level Update
Format Group Internet Based
Sponsor CalCPA Education Foundation
NASBA ID#: 104822
Prerequisites Prereq. Fundamental knowledge of hardware, software, and technology trends
Advance
prep
None
Cancellation
policy
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If you have questions about this event, please call us at 952-831-2707.