India Becomes Second Most Targeted Nation for Cyber Attacks in 2024 In a stark revelation, India has been identified as the second most targeted country for cyber attacks globally, with a reported 95 entities suffering from data breaches in 2024. This alarming statistic is outlined in the ThreatLandscape Report 2024…
Kip Meintzer, a senior executive at Check Point Software Technologies, recently highlighted the alarming capabilities of artificial intelligence in cybercrime during an investor conference. He asserted that AI has empowered hackers to create highly convincing phishing emails, marking a significant evolution in online threats. According to the U.S. Cybersecurity and…
Japan’s NTT Docomo, the country’s leading mobile carrier, has recently suffered a cyber intrusion, following a significant attack earlier on Japan Airlines (JAL). The incident occurred early today and led to major disruptions in Docomo’s billing services, leaving many users unable to finalize their transactions. Fortunately, it has been reported…
As the new year begins, many professionals are seeking opportunities to refresh their careers, particularly within the dynamic field of cybersecurity. This unique moment not only offers a chance for personal reinvention but also presents the challenge of articulating and leveraging transferable skills that can bridge previous roles with new…
Rhode Island Cyberattack: Stolen Data Leaked by Hackers Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee has reported an alarming cyber incident where hackers have compromised the state’s central IT platform that supports various health and human services, including social benefits. Following the breach, which occurred earlier this month, the cybercriminals have begun…
As healthcare organizations increasingly integrate generative artificial intelligence into their operations, addressing privacy and security governance has become paramount. Dave Perry, the digital workspace operations manager at St. Joseph’s Healthcare in Hamilton, Ontario, emphasized the importance of a comprehensive strategy in navigating these innovations. In a recent discussion, Perry highlighted…
Cybersecurity Highlights: A Review of Key Incidents and Trends in 2023 As 2023 came to a conclusion, the cybersecurity landscape remained dominated by data breaches and significant incidents, notably highlighted by the massive Change Healthcare breach. This event overshadowed numerous others, underscoring the persistent vulnerabilities organizations face in the digital…
The initial 100 days of the anticipated Trump administration and new Congress are poised to serve as a pivotal period for the healthcare industry, particularly concerning cybersecurity and privacy-related regulatory matters. According to Chelsea Arnone and Cassie Ballard of the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME), this timeframe will…
In 2024, the number of data breach victims has surged by nearly 500%, highlighting an alarming trend in the cybersecurity landscape. According to the nonprofit Identity Theft Resource Center, over 1 billion individuals were affected by data breaches in the first half of this year, nearly five times the approximately…
