Google has announced the introduction of a new streamlined tool that will enable business users to send “end-to-end encrypted” emails, addressing long-standing security concerns associated with email communications. Launched in early April, this feature is currently available in beta for…
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has unveiled its Internet Crime Report for 2024, highlighting a remarkable escalation in losses attributed to cybercrime, which now stand at approximately $16.6 billion. This staggering sum stems from a wealth of complaints received…
Data Privacy, Data Security European Commission Issues 500 Million Euro Fine Against Apple Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • April 23, 2025 Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, at a press conference in Paris on May 24, 2018. (Image: Frederic Legrand / Shutterstock)…
Supply Chains Emerged as a Vulnerability in Enterprise Security Recent discussions within cybersecurity circles reveal a troubling trend: the increasing susceptibility of supply chains as potential weak points in enterprise security. As organizations intensify their focus on safeguarding their core…
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the U.S. government body responsible for securing the nation’s vital infrastructure, announced a significant policy change. Effective April 20, 2025, CISA will prohibit its threat hunting team from using VirusTotal, a popular tool…
Data Security, Healthcare, Industry-Specific Significant Increase in Breach Victim Count After Initial Report in Early April Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • April 23, 2025 Image: Kelly Benefits A Maryland-based provider of outsourced benefits and payroll management is notifying a select…
A significant data breach has recently come to light involving Blue Shield of California, which compromised the personal health information of approximately 4.7 million individuals. This extensive breach reportedly persisted for several years, with the data being inadvertently exposed to…
The dynamics between insurance providers and their clients are often seen as contentious: one entity hesitates to pay premiums while the other is equally reluctant to make payouts when necessary. However, the realm of cyber insurance can break this mold.…
3rd Party Risk Management, Application Security, Governance & Risk Management Chainguard Secures $356M in Series D Funding Valued at $3.5 Billion to Expand SaaS Offerings Beyond Containers Michael Novinson (@MichaelNovinson) • April 23, 2025 Dan Lorenc, co-founder and CEO, Chainguard.…
As technology progresses, so do the methods employed by identity thieves. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning to consumers regarding the increasing risks associated with identity theft, exacerbated by advancements in artificial intelligence, the dark web, and…
