The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) of the UK has come under scrutiny after it lost DVDs containing sensitive interviews with child sex abuse victims during a postal transfer. This incident highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in data handling practices among organizations entrusted…
In a recent incident highlighting the fragility of sensitive data security in major corporations, Disney has become the latest victim of a significant data breach. The attack was executed by a hacktivist group named NullBulge, which managed to infiltrate Disney’s…
Legislation & Litigation , Standards, Regulations & Compliance 2023 Cybersecurity Breach Impacted 1.9 Million Patients and Employees Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • October 21, 2024 Great Expressions Dental Centers (Image: Shutterstock) In a significant data breach, Great Expressions Dental Centers,…
The U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on six individuals affiliated with the Iranian intelligence agency, attributed to cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure in the United States and globally. This action underscores rising concerns related…
Internet Archive Faces Repeated Cybersecurity Challenges Amid Major Breaches In October 2024, the Internet Archive, a non-profit organization founded by Brewster Kahle to safeguard the digital history of the internet, encountered significant security setbacks resulting in multiple data breaches. The…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Attack Method Exploits RAG-based Technology to Manipulate AI System Outputs Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • October 21, 2024 Malicious insiders could mislead the retrieval-augmented generation backend of well-known AI tools. (Image:…
In a significant development in the realm of cybersecurity, a former employee of Equifax has been charged with insider trading, a situation that follows the company’s disclosure of a significant data breach last year. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission…
In a concerning development in cybersecurity, researchers have reported an uptick in QR code phishing campaigns, also known as “quishing.” These attacks utilize Microsoft Sway, a legitimate cloud-based platform, to host counterfeit web pages, underscoring how reputable services can be…
Cyberattacks disrupting various businesses have become increasingly prevalent in today’s digital landscape, notably impacting fleet operations. These cyber threats compromise not just vehicle functionality and cargo but also safety, data integrity, and ultimately, the financial health of the organization. Acknowledging…
A significant security vulnerability has been discovered within the CocoaPods dependency manager, critical for Swift and Objective-C Cocoa projects. This flaw has the potential to facilitate software supply chain attacks, posing serious threats to downstream users. Researchers from E.V.A Information…
