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CloudSEK Reveals Significant Data Breach at BWSSB, ET CISO Reports

CloudSEK, a prominent AI-driven cybersecurity firm, has disclosed a significant security breach within the infrastructure of the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB). This breach has compromised the sensitive personal information of more than 290,000 residents of Bangalore, stemming from a discovery that root access to BWSSB’s database was…

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Millions of Apple AirPlay-Enabled Devices Vulnerable to Wi-Fi Hacking

Recent investigations by Oligo researchers have unveiled serious vulnerabilities within the AirPlay protocol, specifically affecting certain Bose speakers and CarPlay systems in vehicles. The researchers showcased their AirBorne hacking technique, which allows the hijacking of AirPlay-enabled devices to display unauthorized content, such as their company’s logo. Although the targeting of…

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Transforming the Top CISO Budget Priority Through SIEM Upgrades

Cybersecurity leaders are increasingly faced with budgetary constraints while attempting to safeguard their organizations. While business executives recognize the need for robust security measures, security leaders are tasked with maximizing protection within limited financial resources. Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems often represent the most significant expense for a…

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UK Retail Giants Targeted in Hacking Spree

In recent years, Scattered Spider has gained notoriety as a significant threat within the cybersecurity landscape. Rather than being a singular organization, the group operates more as a loose affiliation of hackers who primarily utilize social engineering techniques—such as phishing and deceptive phone calls—to infiltrate corporate networks. Many of the…

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Quantum-Resilient Crypto: Readying for the Future Transition

Organizations often assume their encryption protocols provide solid protection, only to face revelations from emerging threats that challenge this belief. The advent of quantum computing and the shifting landscape of cryptographic vulnerabilities compel security teams to reassess their defensive measures before it becomes a critical issue. Cybercriminals are already capturing…

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Public-Private Partnerships Essential in the Battle Against Cybercrime

Cybercrime, Events, Fraud Management & Cybercrime FBI’s Sanjay Virmani on Recent Takedowns Tom Field (SecurityEditor) • May 2, 2025 Sanjay Virmani, Special Agent in Charge, FBI, San Francisco Establishing strong collaborations with private sector entities and international partners is crucial in the fight against cybercrime, emphasizes Sanjay Virmani, the Special…

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Reviving Trust: A CISO’s Guide to Managing Reputation After a Breach

As data breaches increasingly capture public attention, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are under heightened pressure to address the technical fallout and restore trust within their organizations. A notable case is the recent $52 million settlement by the Federal Trade Commission with Marriott International, highlighting the critical nature of reputation…

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