A clinical research firm based in Dallas, Texas, has suffered a significant data breach, exposing sensitive personal health records of more than 1.6 million individuals, all due to a lack of security authentication. Recent investigations revealed that a poorly configured healthcare database, which contains over 1.6 million records from medical…
Patching Neglected: A Silent Threat to Cybersecurity Resilience In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the neglect of patch management stands out as a critical risk factor capable of undermining organizational defenses. As mentioned in a recent article from VentureBeat, the failure to promptly address vulnerabilities through timely patching has caused…
A collaborative advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) highlights the persistent threat posed by Ghost ransomware, also referred to as Cring. Active since early 2021, this cybercriminal group, which operates from…
The Rise of AI-Powered Cyber Threats: A Call for Action in Cybersecurity As the cyber landscape evolves, organizations find themselves confronting an accelerating wave of artificial intelligence-driven threats that reshape the rules of engagement. With AI technologies advancing rapidly, malicious actors are harnessing these tools to execute cyberattacks at unprecedented…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development EIT Oxford’s Dr. Laura Gilbert Discusses AI Accountability and Responsible Adoption Rahul Neel Mani (@rneelmani) • February 20, 2025 Dr. Laura Gilbert, head of AI for Government, Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford; Tony Blair Institute for Global Change; and AI…
Title: Data Breach at IVF Provider Genea Raises Concerns Over Patient Security In a troubling cybersecurity incident, Genea, a leading in vitro fertilization (IVF) clinic in Australia, has confirmed unauthorized access to its data, raising alarm among its patients. The breach, characterized by the company as a “cyber incident,” is…
In a significant development, 19-year-old Edward Coristine, an engineer previously associated with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has joined the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). This appointment has been confirmed by WIRED, and it appears Coristine is not alone in his transition. He is accompanied by 38-year-old…
A recent collaborative report from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has brought to light the ongoing threat posed by the Ghost Ransomware group. This notorious gang has targeted organizations across the globe, focusing particularly on those utilizing outdated hardware and software.…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime , Social Engineering Private Equity Firm Indicates Weeks-Long Investigation into January 16 Cybersecurity Incident Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • February 19, 2025 In a recent announcement, Insight Partners, a prominent private equity firm, disclosed that a sophisticated social engineering attack led to unauthorized access to certain information…
