Rise in Vulnerabilities Exploited in the Wild: Insights for Business Owners In 2024, a notable surge in reported exploited vulnerabilities has been recorded, with 768 identified CVEs actively exploited, marking a 20% increase from the 639 CVEs tracked in the preceding year. This statistic highlights a concerning trend for organizations…
The FBI has issued a warning regarding the BlackCat ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS), which has reportedly impacted at least 60 organizations globally since its debut in November 2021. This sophisticated malware, also referred to as ALPHV or Noberus, is notably the first ransomware developed using the Rust programming language, renowned for its…
Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime ENISA Reports Significant Rise in Nation-State Hacking Over Last Year Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • October 1, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) has revealed a worrying trend: nearly all EU member states have faced cyberattacks linked to nation-state…
WestJet, a prominent Canadian airline headquartered in Calgary, has confirmed a cybersecurity breach that compromised the personal information of several passengers. The incident came to light on June 13, 2025, prompting the airline to release an initial advisory shortly thereafter. The breach was identified when WestJet noticed unusual activity within…
Florida Medication Management Provider Reports Data Breach Affecting 150,000 Records In a significant security incident, a medication management provider based in Florida has disclosed a data breach impacting approximately 150,000 records. The breach, which has captured the attention of industry experts and regulatory bodies alike, raises serious concerns regarding data…
Google Issues Urgent Security Patches for Android, Targeting Critical Vulnerabilities In a significant security update, Google has deployed patches to rectify 47 vulnerabilities within its Android operating system. Among these vulnerabilities, one has been flagged for active exploitation in real-world scenarios, raising alarms among security professionals and businesses alike. The…
Recent research has revealed that the notorious ransomware group known as Conti continues to target various organizations despite experiencing a substantial data breach of its own earlier this year. This information underscores the resilience of Conti, which is believed to be orchestrated by a Russian cyber actor identified as Gold…
Anti-Phishing, DMARC, Data Breach Notification, Data Security Medication Technology Company Reports Containment of Recent Hacking Incident to One Employee Email Account Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • September 30, 2025 Phishing incidents, such as one reported by medication therapy management firm Outcomes One, can lead to significant health data breaches impacting…
It’s important to recognize the structure of Moody’s Corporation, which consists of distinct divisions. Moody’s Ratings is responsible for publishing credit ratings and offering evaluation services for a diverse array of debt obligations, programs, and facilities. These services extend globally, encompassing various corporate, financial institution, governmental obligations, and structured finance…
