In a significant development regarding cybersecurity transparency, LifeLab’s unsuccessful efforts to prevent the release of a forensic report detailing a recent data breach have concluded. The attempt to keep critical findings from the public eye has been officially rejected, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing dialogue about data protection…
Cybercriminals Target Medical Specialty Practices in Recent Hacks In a concerning trend, cybercriminals continue to exploit vulnerabilities within medical specialty practices in the United States, with two notable instances in recent weeks. An Illinois-based gastroenterology practice and a pulmonary practice in California were targeted, with attackers alleging they have accessed…
Srinagar Government Implements Ban on Third-Party Communication Tools for Sensitive Official Documents In a significant move to safeguard sensitive information, the Jammu and Kashmir government has prohibited the use of third-party tools, such as WhatsApp and Gmail, for transmitting official documents. Citing concerns related to potential data breaches and leaks,…
The recent uptick in malicious cyber activity has highlighted critical sectors at risk, particularly in the realm of Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare and Nation-State Attacks, and Fraud Management & Cybercrime. National Security Officials Share Intelligence on a Cyberespionage Campaign Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • November 25, 2024 Chinese hackers are…
Columbus Data Breach Affects Half a Million; Only 3% Receiving Protection A significant data breach has been reported involving the city of Columbus, potentially impacting up to 500,000 individuals. Despite the scale of the incident, it has come to light that a mere 3% of those affected are currently receiving…
Professional Certifications & Continuous Training, Training & Security Leadership Cybersecurity Training and Education Must Evolve to Keep Pace With the Profession Brandy Harris • November 20, 2024 Image: Shutterstock As we enter a season of reflection, it is essential to acknowledge the significant strides made in cybersecurity. Over the last…
A recent cybersecurity incident has revealed a significant breach involving a U.S.-based company, allegedly executed by attackers using a tactic known as the “Nearest Neighbor Attack.” This method reportedly allows hackers to exploit vulnerabilities linked to Wi-Fi networks by leveraging their proximity to target systems. The breach has been attributed…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware Members of Loosely Organized Group Recently Tied to Partnership With RansomHub Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • November 21, 2024 There could be other spiders lurking near this web. (Image: Shutterstock) Recent developments revealed that five suspected members of the “Scattered Spider” cybercrime group have…
Comprehensive Data Breach Review Identifies Vulnerable Sectors In a recent analysis, NordPass has collaborated with NordStellar to produce an extensive report on data breaches, examining over 2,000 hacking incidents from September 2022 to September 2024. This report delineates which sectors are the most frequently targeted by cybercriminals and offers strategies…
