In 2024, human errors accounted for nearly 68% of reported data breaches, highlighting a critical vulnerability in cybersecurity defenses. This alarming statistic was detailed in the Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, recently referenced in a specialized article on Eset’s Romanian blog. Most breaches stemmed from phishing and pretexting schemes,…
Webinar Highlights Security Challenges in Browser-Based Work Environments In a recent webinar hosted by Palo Alto Networks, industry experts addressed the growing security concerns associated with browser-based work environments. As organizations increasingly rely on web browsers for access to corporate data and applications, the vulnerabilities inherent in this shift have…
Significant Data Breach Underlines Cybersecurity Challenges in India In recent developments within India’s cybersecurity landscape, a major data breach involving Star Health Insurance has raised alarm bells over the integrity of personal information protection. Allegations have emerged that the company’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) sold sensitive data belonging to…
AI-Driven Cloud Security Services, The Future of AI & Cybersecurity Presented by Palo Alto Networks x Google Cloud 60 minutes In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, organizations face an increasingly sophisticated array of cyber threats. As businesses integrate AI technologies, they must navigate new vulnerabilities and guard against…
T-Mobile Hacked by State-Sponsored Group Tied to Chinese Cyber-Espionage Campaign In a significant cybersecurity breach, T-Mobile has disclosed an intrusion tied to a widespread cyber-espionage operation orchestrated by the Chinese state-sponsored hacking group known as Salt Typhoon. This incident is part of a growing trend of attacks targeting major telecommunications…
Theo Zafirakos: A Leader in Cybersecurity Awareness CISO and Professional Services Lead at Fortra’s Terranova Security Theo Zafirakos serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Professional Services Lead at Fortra’s Terranova Security, where he leverages his extensive experience to advance cybersecurity initiatives. With a established track record as…
A growing concern in the digital landscape, data breaches have become a common threat, impacting organizations and individuals alike. Many have received notifications indicating that their personal information has been compromised, a grim reminder of the vulnerabilities present in our connected systems. Sophisticated cybercriminals are adept at exploiting these vulnerabilities…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Healthcare, Industry Specific In the Spotlight: Anticipating Donald Trump’s Second Term; A Noteworthy Cybersecurity Merger Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • November 15, 2024 Clockwise from top left: Anna Delaney, Marianne Kolbasuk McGee, Chris Riotta, and Michael Novinson The latest discussion among the ISMG editorial team has spotlighted…
Recent findings from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) indicate that a group of hackers believed to be tied to Chinese intelligence has successfully intercepted surveillance data intended for American law enforcement agencies. This breach is part of a broader pattern…
