The dark web—an often hidden segment of the internet requiring specific access methods—has historically served as a refuge for cybercriminals. This underbelly of the online world is where malicious actors trade in compromised data, hacking tools, and various illicit goods, generally out of reach from law enforcement scrutiny. Recently, however,…
Hamza Tariq: A Pillar in Cybersecurity Solutions Hamza Tariq serves as a Senior Solutions Engineer at CyberArk, boasting a robust 20-year career focused on Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity and Access Management (IAM), and the broader cybersecurity landscape. His expertise lies in key areas including Cloud Security, Just-in-Time Access, Securing…
Investigation Launched into Data Breach at OEC Freight Companies Inc. by Levi & Korsinsky, LLP In a recent development within the cybersecurity landscape, the law firm Levi & Korsinsky, LLP has initiated an investigation into a significant data breach involving OEC Freight Companies Inc. This incident raises considerable concerns regarding…
The healthcare sector remains significantly exposed to cybersecurity threats due to the vast amounts of sensitive data it manages. Among this data, Protected Health Information (PHI) is considered some of the most delicate and highly coveted. Recent years illustrate that data breaches can have far-reaching, expensive consequences, potentially disrupting patient…
Finance & Banking, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Fraud Risk Management Incident Detected in March 2024 Marks Another Breach of Medical Billing Companies Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • March 28, 2025 Vendors providing revenue cycle management software and services manage vast amounts of patient health and financial information, making them…
Major Data Breach Involving 2.87 Billion Twitter Users Exposes Vulnerabilities A substantial data leak affecting approximately 2.87 billion users of Twitter, now rebranded as X, has emerged on Breach Forums. The information has been allegedly linked to a former employee of X, who is reported to have exfiltrated the data…
In a landscape increasingly marked by digital vulnerabilities, high-ranking government officials are facing unprecedented threats from sophisticated online adversaries, particularly nation-state hackers. Recent revelations indicate that while millions of everyday users are often caught in data breaches and maintain poor privacy settings, officials are subject to a broader array of…
Understanding the Risks of Personal Data Exposure in Today’s Digital Landscape As users access websites, they are often prompted to input their login credentials, many times with an option to save this information for convenience. While this feature provides ease of access, it poses significant security risks by storing usernames…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware, Video Also: Rapid7’s Boardroom Shake-Up, China’s Tactical Shift in Cyber Operations Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • March 28, 2025 Clockwise, from top left: Anna Delaney, Mathew Schwartz, Michael Novinson, and Tony Morbin. In this week’s analysis, ISMG editors delve into the contrasting strategies of ransomware attacks,…
