UBS and Pictet Group have confirmed a data breach originating from a cyber attack on one of their service providers, although both entities have assured stakeholders that no client data has been compromised. The incident underscores the vulnerability that financial institutions face in an increasingly digital landscape. Reputable firms like…
The hacker group known as Predatory Sparrow, reportedly linked to Israel, has intensified its cyber operations against Iran, executing some of the most disruptive attacks recorded. This group has previously caused significant damage by disabling thousands of gas station payment systems across Iran and even igniting a fire at a…
Read more about Account Takeover Fraud, Finance & Banking, and Fraud Management & Cybercrime. Neovera Enhances Cybersecurity Portfolio Through Greenway Acquisition Michael Novinson (@MichaelNovinson) • June 18, 2025 Scott Weinberg, founder and CEO, Neovera (Image: Neovera) Neovera, a cybersecurity and cloud services provider based in the Washington, D.C. area, has…
Compliance Challenges During Bankruptcy Proceedings The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has fined 23andMe £2.31 million due to security shortcomings stemming from a data breach in 2023. The UK-based DNA testing firm 23andMe has been penalized for its inability to adequately protect sensitive user information, following a cyberattack that compromised personal…
Cloud Security, Security Operations JFrog Discovers Multi-Stage Malware Targeting Cloud Infrastructure Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • June 17, 2025 Image: Shutterstock JFrog researchers have identified a multi-stage malware embedded in a Python package specifically designed to steal sensitive information from cloud infrastructures. The malicious package, named chimera-sandbox-extensions, was disclosed by the…
Indian Car-Sharing Firm Zoomcar Reports Data Breach Zoomcar, a prominent car-sharing service based in India, has recently announced a data breach that has raised significant concerns regarding the security of user information. This incident highlights the increasing vulnerabilities facing digital platforms, particularly in the transportation sector. The breach has targeted…
The recent cybersecurity breaches have revealed significant vulnerabilities affecting key federal departments and numerous private sector companies. Notably, the departments of Commerce, Treasury, Homeland Security, and the National Institutes of Health were compromised, raising alarms about the integrity of sensitive governmental data. Prominent private corporations including Microsoft, Intel, Cisco, Deloitte,…
Critical Infrastructure Security Research Reveals Critical Cybersecurity Gaps in Next-Generation 9-1-1 Systems Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • June 17, 2025 The introduction of Next Generation 911 systems brings heightened cybersecurity concerns. (Image: zef art/Shutterstock) The transition to Next Generation 911 systems across the United States is advancing more swiftly…
Cybersecurity Alert: ‘HoldingHands’ Compromises Taiwanese Organizations In a recent development in the realm of cybersecurity, a malicious entity known as ‘HoldingHands’ has targeted numerous organizations in Taiwan, raising alarms among business leaders and cybersecurity experts alike. This incident highlights the ongoing threats posed by cyber adversaries, emphasizing the need for…
