In a significant data breach incident reported by Hackread, DM Clinical Research, a clinical trial investigator site network based in Texas, has exposed the personal and health information of over 1.6 million individuals. This sensitive data was discovered to have been leaked from an unsecured database linked to medical surveys,…
Encryption & Key Management, Security Operations Tech Giant Raises Alarm Over Future Vulnerability of Secure Communications Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • February 21, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Google has introduced quantum-safe digital signatures to its cloud services, aiming to equip users to better defend against emerging adversarial threats. This announcement follows closely…
Kennedys’ partner Joshua Mooney, alongside special counsel Amanda McAllister Novak, has published a significant article titled “Federal Trade Commission’s Updates to the Health Breach Notification Rule Now In Effect.” This piece has drawn attention within the realm of cybersecurity law, particularly regarding the evolving responsibilities of organizations handling sensitive health…
Data Breach Notification, Data Privacy, Data Security Ransomware Attack Reveals Critical Vulnerabilities in Healthcare Resilience and Vendor Dependency Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • February 21, 2025 The February 2024 ransomware attack on Change Healthcare disrupted operations for numerous healthcare providers and affected sensitive health data of 190 million individuals. (Image:…
Analysis of Leaked PINs Reveals Alarming Predictability in User Choices ABC News recently conducted a comprehensive analysis of approximately 29 million leaked four-digit Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) sourced from the well-known database, "Have I Been Pwned?" This repository collects and organizes credentials exposed during various data breaches. The analysis resulted…
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Managed Detection & Response (MDR), Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Vendors Consolidate Endpoint, Managed Offerings to Combat Major Industry Players Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • February 21, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The competitive dynamics among Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service…
A significant data breach has come to light as recent reports detail TopSec’s involvement in China’s censorship-as-a-service operations. This revelation underscores the alarming capabilities of technology firms in facilitating state-sanctioned repression through digital means. The incident not only raises concerns over the integrity of data security practices but also highlights…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Incident & Breach Response Also: Lee Enterprises Recovering From Ransomware Attack, Ivanti POC Released Anviksha More (@AnvikshaMore) • February 20, 2025 Image: Shutterstock / ISMG This week, ISMG provides a summary of notable cybersecurity incidents globally, highlighting an FBI warning regarding Ghost ransomware, Google addressing…
Niva Bupa Health Insurance Investigates Potential Data Leak In a concerning development within the Indian insurance sector, Niva Bupa Health Insurance announced on Friday that it is probing an alleged data breach involving customer information. An unidentified individual has claimed via email to possess access to sensitive customer data, prompting…
