Major Data Breach Exposes MySpace User Accounts MySpace, once a dominant player in the social media landscape, has confirmed a significant data breach affecting the personal information of hundreds of millions of users. This revelation, first disclosed on Tuesday, highlights the vulnerabilities that can persist long after a platform fades…
Encryption & Key Management , Security Operations Forrester’s Sandy Carielli Discusses Preparing for Quantum Security Migrations Jennifer Lawinski • January 15, 2026 Tech leaders are increasingly preparing for complex quantum security migrations that involve product, infrastructure, and supply chain considerations. (Image: Shutterstock) The advent of quantum computing poses…
Kaiser Permanente to Disburse Payments Following Data Sharing Settlement Kaiser Permanente, a prominent player in the U.S. healthcare landscape, is preparing to issue payments to customers affected by an incident involving the unauthorized sharing of personal data and health information with third-party companies. This move comes in the wake of…
Security Concerns Arise Over TeamViewer Security Breach Recent reports have highlighted alarming security vulnerabilities within TeamViewer, a widely-used remote access software. Users have found themselves increasingly vulnerable to unauthorized access, potentially allowing attackers to hijack accounts and steal sensitive information such as banking and PayPal credentials. Various users have shared…
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cryptocurrency Fraud, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Also: NodeCordRAT Malware, North Korean QR-Phishing Campaign Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • January 15, 2026 Image: Shutterstock This week, Information Security Media Group highlights significant cybersecurity incidents concerning digital assets. Notably, two U.K. cryptocurrency exchanges face allegations of facilitating Iranian sanctions evasion,…
Victoria Department of Education Data Breach Exposes Student Information A significant data breach has recently transpired, affecting the Victoria Department of Education, which has potentially compromised sensitive student information. This incident raises serious concerns regarding data security within educational institutions, and emphasizes the ongoing risks associated with cyber vulnerabilities in…
Litigation, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Court Dismisses Misstatement Claims in Class-Action Securities Suit Following CrowdStrike Outage Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 14, 2026 A federal judge has dismissed a securities fraud lawsuit against CrowdStrike, alleging that the company misrepresented the safety and compliance of its products. The ruling comes after…
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has revealed a significant rise in data breaches attributed to human error, which accounted for 37% of all reported incidents—totaling 193 cases—marking an increase from 29% in the previous reporting period. The regulator underscored a critical insight: the “human factor” remains a…
In a notable incident highlighting vulnerabilities even among high-profile figures, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently fell victim to a cyber breach that compromised his Twitter and Pinterest accounts. This situation underscores the importance of stringent cybersecurity practices in managing online identities, especially for individuals in pivotal roles within the technology…
