Data Breach Notification, Data Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Recent Breaches Reported by an Alabama Ophthalmology Practice and a California Dental Clinic Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • May 12, 2025 California’s Sonrisas Dental Health is among the healthcare entities impacted by recent breaches attributed to the BianLian cybercrime gang. (Image:…
Organizations worldwide, including those in Singapore, are increasingly falling prey to identity-centric cyberattacks. A concerning trend has emerged where SingPass accounts—key gateways to various government and private services—are reportedly available for purchase on the dark web. The evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats underscores the need for vigilance, as these identity-related…
The alarming rise in Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) is posing a significant challenge for cybersecurity professionals. Over the past five years, the daily identification of new CVEs has escalated from about 50 to roughly 140. This surge not only increases the volume of unpatched vulnerabilities but also heightens the…
Finance & Banking, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Fraud Risk Management Enhancing Continuous User Authentication with Machine Learning and Generative AI Suparna Goswami (gsuparna), Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • May 12, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Recent advancements in artificial intelligence, particularly in behavioral biometrics, are becoming crucial countermeasures against identity theft orchestrated by…
Insurers anticipate increased claims and heightened concerns over sophisticated breaches, with cyber insurance rates poised to rise by as much as 10%. / Credit: Billion Photos via Shutterstock Major UK retailers are bracing for double-digit hikes in cyber insurance premiums following a surge in cyberattacks, marking a reversal of a…
A hacker group claiming ties to Anonymous has reportedly breached GlobalX Airlines, leading to the release of sensitive flight and passenger data associated with controversial deportation flights. GlobalX Airlines, a US charter airline contracted by the government for deportation operations, has found itself the target of a cyber attack by…
In a noteworthy development, DragonForce Ransomware, the group behind the recent cyber assault on UK retailer Marks & Spencer, has issued an unusual public request. They are urging other hacking entities to steer clear of attacking businesses based in Russia and countries that were part of the former Soviet Union.…
Cybersecurity Spending, Government, Industry Specific Concerns Raised Over White House IT Strategy Amid Deregulation Goals Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • May 12, 2025 Image: JHVEPhoto/Shutterstock The White House has announced an initiative to simplify federal information technology procurement through the General Services Administration’s “OneGov” strategy. This strategy aims to centralize purchasing…
Can Cybersecurity Keep Pace with the AI Arms Race? In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, cybersecurity experts are increasingly concerned about the implications of these advancements for data security. Recent developments indicate that the arms race in AI technology may outstrip existing cybersecurity measures, potentially exposing…
