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Starbucks Transitions to Manual Operations Following Contractor Ransomware Attack

A ransomware attack has significantly disrupted operations at Starbucks, compelling the global coffee retailer to revert to manual methods for employee scheduling and payroll management. This incident is part of a broader wave of cyberattacks affecting companies around the world, particularly as the holiday season approaches. The attack, which targeted…

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Emphasizing Falco, AI, and Rapid Threat Response

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Cloud Security, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Sysdig Appoints New CEO Bill Welch to Strengthen Real-Time Response Capabilities and Expand Partnerships Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • November 26, 2024 Bill Welch, CEO, Sysdig (Image: Sysdig) In a strategic move, Sysdig has appointed Bill Welch, the former…

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Geico and Travelers Penalized $11.3 Million for Data Breaches Affecting 120,000 Individuals

In a notable enforcement action, New York State has imposed hefty fines on prominent insurance firms Geico and Travelers Indemnity Company, totaling $11.3 million due to significant data breaches linked to cybersecurity lapses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) revealed that these incidents compromised…

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Emergency Vehicle Lights Can Disrupt a Car’s Automated Driving System

Examination of Autonomous Vehicle Vulnerabilities Amid Safety Concerns Tesla’s disbandment of its public relations department in 2021 has left the company unresponsive to inquiries from WIRED regarding its technology. Recent research has highlighted potential vulnerabilities in the emergency detection capabilities of various automotive camera systems, tested with equipment sourced from…

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Victims Required to Report Ransom Payments According to Australian Law

New Legislation Enhances Cybersecurity Reporting and Device Standards in Australia On November 26, 2024, the Australian Parliament passed significant cybersecurity legislation aimed at enhancing the nation’s defenses against cyber threats. The new law, known as the Cyber Security Act, serves to formalize government efforts to improve reporting of ransomware payments,…

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How Proactive Security Measures Might Have Prevented the Summit Pathology Data Breach

Healthcare Cybersecurity: Rising Threats and the Summit Pathology Data Breach Healthcare data breaches are increasingly frequent and severe, affecting millions and extending beyond just financial implications. In 2023, over 133 million patient records were either stolen or improperly disclosed, reflecting a troubling trend as the healthcare industry becomes increasingly dependent…

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‘Matrix’ Hackers Launch Large-scale IoT Botnet for DDoS Attacks

Aqua Nautilus researchers have uncovered a significant Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) campaign attributed to a threat actor known as Matrix, which appears to have Russian affiliations. This investigation highlights the vulnerabilities that are being exploited, the techniques employed, and the potential repercussions for businesses globally. The newly identified DDoS…

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Fancy Bear Threat Actor Initiates Nearest Neighbor Cyber Attacks

The landscape of cyber threats has evolved dramatically in recent years, with hackers increasingly targeting not just individual entities, but also utilizing interconnected systems to expand their attack surface. This shift is epitomized by the notorious Russian cyber group dubbed Fancy Bear, also recognized as APT28 or Forest Blizzard. Their…

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