NEW DELHI: The notorious ransomware group known as Bashe has claimed responsibility for a breach of ICICI Bank’s database, one of India’s most prominent banking institutions. Reports circulating on the dark web indicate that the hackers have imposed a ransom…
Massive Data Breach Strikes North American Education Sector A significant data breach affecting North America’s education system has come to light, potentially marking one of the most extensive cybersecurity incidents of 2025. The breach was orchestrated against PowerSchool, a cloud-based…
Ransomware Threats Persist as Undetected Hackers Lurk in Corporate Networks In a growing concern for IT and cybersecurity professionals, the fear of unseen hackers infiltrating corporate networks remains prevalent. A recent investigation by Hanover Research highlights that the presence of…
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cryptocurrency Fraud, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Also: CLS Global Pleads Guilty to Wash Trading Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • January 23, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Information Security Media Group compiles weekly updates on cybersecurity incidents in the realm of…
The BASHE ransomware group has reportedly compromised the database of ICICI Bank, a prominent player in India’s private banking sector, and has claimed responsibility for the incident. This alarming breach has come to light on the dark web. The hackers…
In late November, researchers Curry and Shah disclosed critical security flaws within Subaru’s Starlink service, prompting the automaker to implement fixes swiftly. However, they caution that these vulnerabilities are merely the latest examples in a broader pattern of web-based security…
A relatively obscure ransomware group known as Bashe, which may have ties to the notorious LockBit syndicate, has recently executed a cyberattack targeting ICICI Bank, a significant player in the Indian financial sector with a global footprint. Reports indicate that…
Healthcare, HIPAA/HITECH, Industry Specific HHS’ Privacy Rule Update Limits Use, Disclosure of Reproductive Health PHI Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 22, 2025 Image: Getty Images In a significant legal challenge, the Biden administration’s HIPAA Privacy Rule, which restricts the…
The local branch of the international charity Oxfam has been found in violation of data protection laws following a significant data breach that occurred in July and potentially impacted up to 550,000 individuals. This conclusion was reached by Hong Kong’s…
DHS Shifts Direction on Cyber Safety Review Board Amid Political Tensions The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an immediate halt to any advisory committees perceived to undermine its mission of national security, President’s initiatives, or the constitutional rights…
