Over a Decade in Prison for Massachusetts Man Behind DDoS Attacks on Healthcare Networks A Massachusetts man has been sentenced to over 10 years in federal prison for orchestrating Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks against the computer networks of two healthcare organizations in 2014. The attacks were reportedly motivated by a…
In a concerning development, Russia’s foremost internet portal and email provider, Rambler.ru, experienced a significant data breach back in 2012, impacting an estimated 100 million user accounts. This revelation highlights the urgent need for vigilance in cybersecurity, as unencrypted passwords were among the sensitive information compromised. Rambler.ru, often referred to…
On January 9, 2026, a significant data breach was disclosed involving BreachForums, a well-known hacker forum that operates on both the clear and dark web. The breach has exposed the personal information of over 320,000 users, drawing considerable attention within cybersecurity circles. BreachForums has a tumultuous history, having been previously…
Recently, numerous users reported receiving password reset requests from Instagram, raising alarms across the platform. This surge is likely connected to a significant data breach that exposed sensitive information from approximately 17.5 million Instagram accounts, as highlighted by Malwarebytes, a recognized antivirus firm. The breach includes a range of personally…
GitLab Addresses Critical Security Flaw Prompting Urgent Updates for Users In a significant security alert, GitLab has released critical patches addressing a vulnerability that allows potential attackers to execute pipelines under the guise of other users. This flaw, identified as CVE-2023-5009, showcases a CVSS score of 9.6, indicating the severity…
As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, medium-sized businesses often underestimate their potential vulnerability. However, recent data reveals that these organizations are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, contrary to the belief that they are too small to attract attention. High-profile breaches involving companies such as Sony and Equifax dominate the headlines, yet the…
In a tragic incident on Wednesday, a federal agent fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Good in Minneapolis, prompting renewed scrutiny of law enforcement practices and their oversight. Testimony from Jonathan Ross, the agent involved, surfaced from a December federal court proceeding. Ross identified himself as a firearms trainer with extensive experience,…
In a significant development in cybersecurity, U.S. authorities have apprehended two men from North Carolina, Andrew Otto Boggs, 22, and Justin Gray Liverman, 24. They are believed to be connected to the infamous hacking collective known as “Crackas With Attitude.” This group is notorious for a series of high-profile hacks…
Data Privacy, Data Security, HIPAA/HITECH Mapping Platform Exposes Addresses and Medical Assistance Plans Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 9, 2026 The Illinois Department of Human Services has informed 700,000 individuals about a data breach caused by an “incorrect privacy setting” that potentially exposed their personal information online for several…
