In a significant move just four days before his departure, President Joe Biden has issued a comprehensive cybersecurity directive aimed at enhancing government security protocols. This executive order seeks to reshape how federal agencies monitor their networks, procure software, implement…
Identity & Access Management, Security Operations Google Issues Warning on Using Emails as Unique Identifiers for Authentication Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • January 16, 2025 Image: Shutterstock A recent investigation revealed a critical security risk associated with Google’s authentication methods, particularly…
Title: Human Element Continues to Drive Data Breaches: Insights for Business Owners Recent studies reveal that approximately 70% of data breaches can be traced back to human factors, underscoring the critical need for organizations to protect their most valuable assets:…
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the misuse of open-source tools has emerged as a significant threat, particularly regarding intimate image abuse. Ajder highlights that many of these tools are created with good intentions but can swiftly be weaponized by…
Identity & Access Management, Security Operations Google Warns Against Using Emails as Unique Identifiers on Platforms Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • January 16, 2025 Image: Shutterstock In a concerning revelation, a security researcher has demonstrated how the purchase of abandoned online…
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that GoDaddy Inc., a prominent web hosting service, establish a comprehensive information security program following allegations of insufficient protective measures against cyber threats that endangered its customers. The enforcement action arises from…
In July, AT&T, a major telecommunications provider in the United States, revealed a significant data breach affecting call and text message logs of its customers, covering approximately six months in 2022. This breach potentially compromised the personal communications of nearly…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Final Cybersecurity Executive Order Empowers Incoming Administration Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 16, 2025 Updated sanctions authorities will empower the U.S. Department of Treasury to effectively address ransomware ecosystems, according to…
Data Breach Settlement: Up to $7,200 Available for Affected Individuals A significant data breach recently prompted a $3.25 million settlement, aimed at compensating individuals impacted by the See Tickets incident. This breach, which occurred in September 2023, has affected countless…
For the past several months, a significant vulnerability affecting the security of Windows devices has been identified, allowing potential bypass of an industry-standard protection mechanism designed to thwart firmware infections. On Tuesday, Microsoft announced a patch for the vulnerability tracked…
