Data Breach at Alvin ISD Raises Questions over Notification Delays ALVIN, Texas (KTRK) — ABC13 is urging the Office of the Attorney General to clarify why it took until May 2nd to disclose information about a significant data breach affecting Alvin Independent School District (ISD). The breach, which occurred in…
Multi-factor & Risk-based Authentication, Security Operations NCSC Advocates for FIDO Authentication Over SMS Verification in the UK Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • May 7, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The U.K. government is preparing to phase out SMS-based verification systems for digital services, replacing them with passkey technology in an effort to enhance…
Data Leak Exposes Personal Information of Job Seekers Worldwide A significant data breach has been reported involving beWanted, a prominent job-seeking platform in Europe, which appears to have inadvertently left a Google Cloud Storage bucket unsecured. This oversight potentially affects over 1.1 million records, primarily consisting of CVs and resumes…
New Research Exposes Weaknesses in Tokenizers Used by Major LLMs Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • May 7, 2025 Researchers have revealed that adversaries can bypass tokenizers using various subtle methods, including emojis and zero-width spaces. (Image: Shutterstock) Recent findings indicate that sophisticated obfuscation tactics can effectively circumvent the safety mechanisms employed…
In an ever-evolving digital landscape, the frequency and sophistication of cyber threats continue to escalate, highlighting the importance of staying well-informed. At BreachSpot.com, our dedicated cybersecurity news blog provides timely updates on significant data breaches, ransomware incidents, and pertinent industry trends. We aim to deliver comprehensive coverage, addressing both widespread…
Minimus Secures $51 Million to Combat Software Vulnerabilities An application security startup, Minimus, has successfully raised $51 million in seed funding, aiming to address the complexities and volume of software vulnerabilities. Helmed by Ben Bernstein, the former CEO of Twistlock, Minimus is poised to revolutionize the approach to application security…
In an era dominated by increasing threats from cybercriminals, many individuals continue to treat passwords with a startling lack of seriousness, often opting for forgettable and easily guessable choices. A recent study by Cybernews, which analyzed over 19 billion leaked passwords, revealed a concerning trend: only 6% of passwords were…
Endpoint Security, Litigation, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Jury Awards Meta $167 Million for WhatsApp Hack by NSO Group Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • May 6, 2025 Image: Shutterstock In a significant legal victory for cybersecurity, Meta has secured a verdict of $167 million in punitive damages against NSO Group, an Israeli…
Mark Zuckerberg’s Notorious Credential Stuffing Incident Even the most security-conscious individuals can become victims of simple oversights. A notable instance occurred when Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook and a prominent figure in the tech world, had multiple social media accounts compromised due to his reuse of passwords. In a well-publicized…
