In the contemporary digital environment, the prevalence of online accounts is substantial, serving crucial roles in both personal and professional contexts. Users engage with a multitude of platforms—from banking services to employment portals, and from social media to email—all of which increases the risk of exposure to cyber threats, particularly…
Government, Industry Specific, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Acquisition of D.C.-Area Company Bolsters Reverse Engineering and Data Analytics for Cybersecurity Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • December 3, 2024 Jack Wilmer, CEO, Sixgen (Image: Sixgen) Sixgen, a cybersecurity firm located in Annapolis, Maryland, has acquired a regional company specializing in hardware and…
In response to the escalating threat of cyberattacks, recent regulations introduced by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) impose stringent requirements on banks, superannuation funds, and insurance companies. These new rules emphasize the need for effective cybersecurity risk management, subjecting organizations to heightened scrutiny. Non-compliance can lead to severe repercussions,…
In a recent discussion at a tech industry event, Signal CEO Meredith Whittaker emphasized the organization’s commitment to fostering a more inclusive and diverse technology landscape. She articulated that the aim is to move away from a model dominated by a handful of corporations, advocating for an ecosystem that is…
Russian Cybercriminal Campaign Targets Retailers with Advanced Malware Tactics A recent malware campaign has been launched against retailers and service providers in Russia, marking a significant upsurge in cybercriminal activity since March 2023. According to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, this operation aims to infiltrate targeted organizations through sophisticated remote access tools…
CISA Issues Guidance Following Salt Typhoon Cyber Attacks on Telecommunications The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released a series of recommendations aimed at bolstering defenses against cyber attacks linked to the Salt Typhoon threat group, which is believed to have infiltrated major global telecommunications providers earlier this year.…
In a recent discussion regarding data brokerage regulations, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has reignited calls for stricter oversight of the industry, using existing legal frameworks like the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) for enforcement. Consumer advocacy groups, such as Just Futures Law, have expressed their concerns regarding the…
SUMMARY The fallout from the MOVEit security breach continues to affect organizations, with a self-identified “data vigilante” named Nam3L3ss leaking a vast amount of sensitive employee records. This incident highlights ongoing vulnerabilities stemming from a significant flaw in the MOVEit file transfer software. Nam3L3ss has reportedly compromised over 760,000 employee…
A significant data breach has recently emerged involving SL Data Services, a data broker based in the United States. This breach has resulted in the exposure of 644,869 sensitive records that were found to be publicly accessible online without adequate security measures, such as password protection or encryption. The database,…
