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Online Job Scams: Emerging Threats to Corporate Network Security

Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Fraud Risk Management, Governance & Risk Management Enterprises Must Address Risks Linked to Compromised Personal Devices Suparna Goswami (gsuparna) • November 7, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Many are familiar with the deceptive texts promising lucrative job opportunities from corporate recruiters. These scams often encourage individuals to follow…

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10 Million People Affected by Data Leak: Impact on Texans Explained – MySA

Major Data Breach Affects 10 Million Individuals; Texans Among Those Impacted A recent cybersecurity incident has resulted in the exposure of sensitive data belonging to approximately 10 million individuals. The breach, which has raised significant concerns within the realm of data security, has left many business owners and professionals questioning…

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CISA Alerts Agencies to Patch Actively Exploited Ivanti Endpoint Manager Vulnerability

On Wednesday, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) classified a vulnerability affecting Ivanti Endpoint Manager (EPM) as a Known Exploited Vulnerability (KEV), following findings of active exploitation. This security flaw was addressed by Ivanti in a May update, underscoring its significance within the cybersecurity landscape. The vulnerability, designated…

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Hackers Gained Access to Colonial Pipeline via Compromised VPN Credentials

A recent investigation has revealed that the ransomware cartel responsible for the Colonial Pipeline attack utilized a compromised virtual private network (VPN) account password to infiltrate the company’s network. This incident occurred in early May and has raised significant security concerns across the United States, particularly regarding critical infrastructure. Reports…

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Ransomware Affiliate Detained in Romania; 51 Data Brokers Captured in Ukraine

The European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation, known as Europol, has reported the apprehension of a Romanian citizen believed to be involved in ransomware activities that targeted high-profile organizations. This marks the third such arrest in Romania concerning ransomware affiliates, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities in cybersecurity defenses across various sectors.…

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Legal Matters: ICE Raids in Chicago and Data Breaches – WGN Radio 720

Title: Legal Proceedings and Data Security: Recent Developments in Chicago In recent news, a series of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids took place in Chicago, raising significant concerns about privacy and data security among local businesses and residents. These operations, part of a wider federal initiative, target undocumented individuals…

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Security Vulnerability in WordPress LiteSpeed Cache Plugin Leaves Sites Open to XSS Attacks

A significant security vulnerability has been identified in the LiteSpeed Cache plugin for WordPress, posing a high risk of exploitation that could allow malicious individuals to execute arbitrary JavaScript code under specific conditions. The vulnerability is designated as CVE-2024-47374 with a CVSS score of 7.2, indicating its severity. It affects…

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U.S. Recovers $2.3 Million in Ransom Paid to Colonial Pipeline Cybercriminals

In a significant development, the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) announced the recovery of 63.7 bitcoins, valued at approximately $2.3 million. This amount was previously paid by Colonial Pipeline to DarkSide ransomware attackers on May 8, under a seizure warrant issued by the Northern District of California. The recovery represents…

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