A significant data breach involving the music platform Last.fm has come to light, potentially impacting millions of users. The incident, which occurred in March 2012, has recently resurfaced, revealing that personal information of over 43 million accounts has been exposed. The target of this breach was Last.fm users worldwide, with…
Governance & Risk Management, Operational Technology (OT) Insights from Joe Doetzl, Cybersecurity Chief at Hitachi Energy Brian Pereira (creed_digital) • January 9, 2026 Joe Doetzl, Head of Cybersecurity, Hitachi Energy The energy sector is experiencing significant digital evolution to accommodate rising demands for data center power, renewable energy generation expansions,…
Major Meta Data Breach Compromises Sensitive Instagram User Information In a significant breach of security, Meta, the parent company of Instagram, has exposed sensitive data belonging to millions of users. This incident raises alarming questions about the integrity of user information within the platform and the potential vulnerabilities that persist…
In a concerning development, Russia’s foremost internet portal and email provider, Rambler.ru, experienced a significant data breach back in 2012, impacting an estimated 100 million user accounts. This revelation highlights the urgent need for vigilance in cybersecurity, as unencrypted passwords were among the sensitive information compromised. Rambler.ru, often referred to…
On January 9, 2026, a significant data breach was disclosed involving BreachForums, a well-known hacker forum that operates on both the clear and dark web. The breach has exposed the personal information of over 320,000 users, drawing considerable attention within cybersecurity circles. BreachForums has a tumultuous history, having been previously…
Recently, numerous users reported receiving password reset requests from Instagram, raising alarms across the platform. This surge is likely connected to a significant data breach that exposed sensitive information from approximately 17.5 million Instagram accounts, as highlighted by Malwarebytes, a recognized antivirus firm. The breach includes a range of personally…
In a significant development in cybersecurity, U.S. authorities have apprehended two men from North Carolina, Andrew Otto Boggs, 22, and Justin Gray Liverman, 24. They are believed to be connected to the infamous hacking collective known as “Crackas With Attitude.” This group is notorious for a series of high-profile hacks…
Data Privacy, Data Security, HIPAA/HITECH Mapping Platform Exposes Addresses and Medical Assistance Plans Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 9, 2026 The Illinois Department of Human Services has informed 700,000 individuals about a data breach caused by an “incorrect privacy setting” that potentially exposed their personal information online for several…
Data Breach at Texas Gas Station Operator Compromises Information of Over 377,000 Customers In a significant cybersecurity incident, a Texas gas station operator has revealed that a data breach has compromised the personal information of more than 377,000 customers. This breach raises serious concerns about data security practices within the…
