In the past year, approximately 75% of healthcare organizations that experienced ransomware attacks were targeted during weekends or holidays. This trend emphasizes the critical importance for these entities to enhance their staffing strategies during periods when they are particularly vulnerable, according to Jeff Wichman, the director of incident response at…
Massive Data Breach Hits Indonesian Government Financial System Recent reports indicate that hackers have successfully breached the Indonesian government’s Regional Financial Management Information System, known as SIPKD, extracting an extensive 82 GB of sensitive data. This system is managed by the Badan Pendapatan, Pengelolaan Keuangan, dan Aset Daerah (BPPKAD), which…
In December 2024, Iran executed a highly orchestrated cyber assault against ReutOne, an Israeli software firm specializing in customer relationship management (CRM) solutions. This offensive resulted in significant disruption, characterized by the obliteration of data, the crippling of IT infrastructure, and visible alterations to the company’s official website. The incident…
As states increase their efforts to establish stronger data privacy laws, Washington and Nevada have taken significant steps in 2024 with new legislation aimed at protecting consumer health data. This trend is anticipated to persist into 2025, largely driven by reactions to the previous administration’s commitment to trimming federal regulations,…
In a significant regulatory move, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order mandating Marriott International and its subsidiary Starwood Hotels to overhaul their data security protocols. This decision comes in response to multiple substantial data breaches that have compromised sensitive customer information, including passports and payment card details.…
Scammers continue to escalate their tactics, with fraudsters and cybercriminals extracting billions from unsuspecting individuals each year. The types of scams are diverse and evolving, with romance fraud, business email compromise, investment schemes, and sextortion among the numerous methods used to exploit victims. As the landscape of these threats shifts,…
Governance & Risk Management, Identity & Access Management, Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) Blackpoint Cyber CEO Jon Murchison Discusses MSP Cloud Identity Vulnerabilities By Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • December 24, 2024 Jon Murchison, founder and CEO, Blackpoint Cyber (Image: Blackpoint Cyber) Jon Murchison, CEO of Blackpoint Cyber, highlights critical risks…
Title: Major Data Leak Threatens Security of Thousands of Postman Workspaces In a concerning development for cybersecurity, researchers have revealed a significant data leak involving Postman, the popular cloud-based platform for API development and testing. This alarming trend points to the improper management of Postman workspaces, resulting in over 30,000…
Nokia and Turkcell Launch Quantum-Safe IPsec Cryptography for Enhanced Mobile Security Nokia, in collaboration with leading Turkish telecommunications provider Turkcell, has introduced a pioneering IPsec Cryptography solution aimed at fortifying mobile networks against emerging threats posed by quantum computing. This innovative technology represents a significant advancement in mobile network security,…
