Massive Data Breach in Investment Research Firm Compromises Personal Information of 12 Million Clients A significant data breach has recently come to light involving an investment research firm that has exposed the personal information of approximately 12 million customers. This incident raises serious concerns regarding the security protocols employed by…
Data Breach Notification, Data Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime New Ransomware Group, Termite, Surfaces; Linked to Babuk Malware Variant Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • February 28, 2025 Image: Genea The Termite ransomware group has emerged on the cyber threat landscape, recently leaking samples from an estimated 700 gigabytes of data…
Amsterdam has officially prohibited the use of generative AI tools among its municipal employees, citing significant concerns about misinformation, data breaches, and hate speech. This ban reflects the city’s proactive stance on managing the risks associated with emerging technologies and sets a precedent for local governments across Europe. The decision…
In a significant incident highlighting ongoing cybersecurity challenges in Southeast Asia, it has come to light that various scam compounds are not only targeting victims globally but are also facilitated by Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service, particularly in Myanmar. Investigative reports indicate that Starlink keeps many of these compounds…
The Evolving Landscape of Cybersecurity Risks: Insights into AI Adoption and Data Privacy Recent trends indicate that artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across the board, significantly impacting operational efficiency. At Swimlane, our latest research reveals that a remarkable 89% of organizations utilizing generative AI and large language models (LLMs)…
New AI Model Signals Incremental Progress in Conversational Intelligence Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • February 28, 2025 Image: Shutterstock On February 28, OpenAI introduced its latest generative AI model, GPT-4.5, yet industry experts urge caution in labeling it a revolutionary advancement. Positioned as a tool that fosters a more conversational interaction,…
Cybersecurity Executives Face Legal Uncertainties Amidst Breach Fallout SolarWinds’ Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Tim Brown, has recently highlighted a growing concern among cybersecurity leaders regarding the legal liabilities associated with data breaches occurring under their oversight. This anxiety stems from the complexities introduced by a high-profile incident linked to…
Microsoft has launched a legal initiative against Storm-2139, a cybercriminal organization exploiting vulnerabilities in its Azure AI infrastructure. This group has been linked to a scheme known as LLMjacking, which involves the unauthorized hijacking of Large Language Models (LLMs) facilitated by the theft of Application Programming Interface (API) keys. These…
Government, Industry Specific Officials Express Optimism and Concerns Over New Cybersecurity Leadership Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • February 28, 2025 The Trump administration’s cyber leadership team is starting to take shape amidst staffing changes. (Image: Shutterstock) Recent developments within the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) suggest a potential shift…
