Critical Infrastructure Security, Governance & Risk Management, Operational Technology (OT) Heap Overflow Vulnerability Poses Risk to Industrial Control Systems Worldwide Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • December 20, 2024 Image: Shutterstock Recently, Siemens issued a security advisory regarding a significant vulnerability that threatens industrial control systems through its User Management Component (UMC).…
Kaspersky Highlights Surge in Crypto-Drainer Malware and Dark Web Data Breaches In a recent report, cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has raised alarms about an increase in crypto-drainer malware incidents and the proliferation of data breach advertisements on the dark web. This development underscores a growing threat to businesses that rely on…
In recent developments within the cybersecurity landscape, a significant breach involving digital license plates has been uncovered, revealing vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors. Hackers have reportedly learned to “jailbreak” these license plates—devices that are legally issued in several states and recognized across the United States—allowing them to…
As we approach the new year, organizations are grappling with mounting challenges related to governance, security, and regulatory compliance, particularly in light of the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). In this evolving landscape, Henry Umney, Managing Director of GRC Strategy at Mitratech, a prominent compliance technology provider utilized by…
Potential Government Shutdown May Result in Furloughs for Thousands of Federal Cybersecurity Personnel Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 20, 2024 The U.S. Congress has until midnight to ensure continuous functioning of the federal government. (Image: Shutterstock) The impending government shutdown poses significant risks to federal cybersecurity operations, potentially leading to…
A serious data breach has compromised the social security numbers of credit union members. getty A significant data breach at SRP Federal Credit Union, located in South Carolina, has potentially jeopardized the personal information of over 240,000 individuals, exposing them to risks of identity theft and financial fraud. Between September…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware U.S. Seeks Extradition of Rostislav Panev, Dual Russian and Israeli Citizen, from Israel David Perera (@daveperera) • December 20, 2024 The U.S. government has announced an indictment against Rostislav Panev, alleging his involvement in the infamous LockBit ransomware operation, which reportedly compensated the Israeli national…
The increasing frequency of data breaches, coupled with the growing sophistication of cybercriminal tactics, has prompted numerous U.S. states to implement their own security regulations. This trend adds to the complex landscape of privacy legislation aimed at protecting personal information. Currently, nineteen states have enacted comprehensive privacy laws, including Florida’s…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Business Continuity Management / Disaster Recovery, CrowdStrike Outage Updates Reflecting on Ransomware Trends, Resilience Insights, and Technological Developments By Anna Delaney (@annamadeline) • December 20, 2024 Featured panelists: Anna Delaney, Mathew Schwartz, Michael Novinson, and Marianne Kolbasuk McGee. In a recent weekly update, the ISMG…
