Recent developments in the cybersecurity landscape highlight a concerning trend: Chinese hacking groups and threat actors are increasingly targeting Western entities through a range of cyberattacks. These intrusions, often driven by political or economic motives, frequently exhibit signs of backing…
This report covers topics such as Data Breach Notification, Data Security, and Fraud Management & Cybercrime. LockBit and BlackCat/ALPHV Decline Linked with Diminishing Big-Game Hunting Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • February 6, 2025 While ransomware remains a lucrative avenue for…
In a significant development in the landscape of ransomware incidents, the second half of 2024 marked the largest decline in ransomware payments recorded by Chainalysis. This decline comes after a period of notable fluctuations in both the frequency of ransomware…
Network Firewalls, Network Access Control, Security Operations Guidance Aimed at Enhancing Rapid Compromise Detection for Enterprises Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • February 5, 2025 Image: Shutterstock In a significant move to bolster cybersecurity, the Five Eyes intelligence coalition has released a…
A recent study conducted by NetDocuments has revealed alarming statistics regarding data breaches in the UK’s legal sector, with a staggering approximately 8 million personal records compromised. This report highlights a growing vulnerability in an industry that handles sensitive client…
Crisis Deepens as Funding Cuts Hamper Efforts Against Human Trafficking in Scam Centers Recent reports highlight a dire situation faced by survivors of human trafficking linked to scam operations, as funding reductions severely hinder support organizations. According to Macher, an…
Data Governance, Data Privacy, Data Security Lawsuit Alleges Retaliation Against Whistleblower in Rhode Island Health Information Exchange Case Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • February 5, 2025 A federal lawsuit filed against Rhode Island Quality Institute claims the Health Information Exchange…
Widespread Banking Fraud Targets Indian Consumers Through Malicious Apps A recent wave of fraudulent banking applications has emerged in India, successfully imitating reputable financial institutions to siphon off sensitive user credentials and defraud unsuspecting victims. This orchestrated campaign, which has…
Mobile devices are increasingly becoming a favored target for financial fraud, primarily due to the rise of digital payments and the interception of one-time passwords (OTPs) that are essential for authentication processes. A recent investigation by Zimperium’s zLabs research team…
Government, Industry Specific Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Security Risks as DOGE Operates Within Federal Systems Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • February 5, 2025 Lawmakers express concerns regarding the transparency of the Department of Government Efficiency and its adherence to security and…
