The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has initiated an investigation into TikTok and Truecaller regarding potential data breaches connected to compliance failures under the Nigeria Data Protection Act. This announcement was made by Dr. Vincent Olatunji, the National Commissioner and…
Cybersecurity Spending, Government, Industry Specific Executive Order Transfers Cybersecurity Responsibilities to States, Raising Security Concerns Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • March 20, 2025 Experts indicate that states are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats as federal support diminishes. (Image: Shutterstock) In a…
New Insights on HIPAA Security Rule from Security Researcher In a recent development concerning healthcare cybersecurity, a security researcher has provided critical insights into compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule. This exploration into HIPAA’s…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Expert Insights from Jonathan Armstrong on AI Security and Legal Challenges Surrounding the EU AI Act Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • March 20, 2025 Jonathan Armstrong, Partner,…
Swiss telecommunications company Ascom has recently reported a cyberattack affecting its IT infrastructure, attributed to the notorious hacker group known as HellCat. The attack specifically targeted Ascom’s Jira servers, resulting in the compromise of credentials and unauthorized access to sensitive…
In December, reports emerged highlighting the innovative capabilities of the Ukrainian military, particularly regarding the deployment of long-range tethered drones for operational use. According to the Kyiv Post, approximately 40 percent of these drones’ components are sourced domestically within Ukraine,…
Ransomware has emerged as one of the most dreaded threats in the realm of cybersecurity. Cybercriminals are increasingly employing advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, to carry out attacks that are both highly effective and remarkably sophisticated. As a result of…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Over 10,000 Exploit Attempts Documented Within a Week from One Malicious IP Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • March 19, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Recent security research has unveiled that hackers are leveraging…
Spyware Developer SpyX Faces Major Data Breach SpyX, a prominent developer of spyware, has suffered a significant data breach affecting personal information belonging to nearly 2 million users. The incident, which transpired on June 24, 2024, has raised serious concerns…
The landscape of cybersecurity is witnessing a concerning evolution as recent reports indicate a surge in ransomware attacks. Traditionally, these attacks have been directed at individuals, corporations, and governmental bodies. However, cybersecurity specialists are now drawing attention to an alarming…
