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TalkTalk Launches Investigation into Data Breach Following Sale on Hacking Forum

TalkTalk, a prominent telecommunications provider in the UK, is currently investigating a data breach involving a third-party supplier. Reports emerged that a threat actor known as “b0nd” has begun offering what they claim to be customer data for sale on a hacking forum. The leaked data is reportedly connected to…

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Massive Data Breach at UnitedHealth Group Affects 190 Million Americans

UnitedHealth Group has disclosed a significant ransomware attack targeting its subsidiary, Change Healthcare, which occurred in February 2024. This cyber incident has reportedly affected around 190 million individuals across the United States, marking it as the largest healthcare data breach in U.S. history. Initial assessments had estimated the impact to…

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Addressing Vulnerability Lags Exploited by Salt Typhoon

Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Chinese Hackers Target Unpatched Microsoft, Sophos, Fortinet, and Ivanti Products Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • January 24, 2025 Image: Shutterstock In a significant breach, Chinese state-sponsored hackers have been exploiting vulnerabilities in the telecommunications networks of the U.S. and…

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UnitedHealth Predicts 190 Million Affected by Change Healthcare Cyberattack – DataBreaches.net

UnitedHealth Reports Cyberattack Impacting Millions Through Change Healthcare In a significant cybersecurity incident, UnitedHealth Group has disclosed that approximately 190 million individuals may have been affected by a cyberattack against Change Healthcare, a major health technology firm. This breach raises critical concerns about the security measures in place for sensitive…

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US Privacy Scores a Victory as Judge Restricts Warrantless FBI Searches

This week in cybersecurity began with significant developments, including the abrupt shutdown of TikTok for users in the United States late Saturday night, as the deadline approached for Apple and Google to comply with a government mandate to withdraw the popular video-sharing app from their platforms. Despite the temporary ban,…

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Data Breach Exposes American National Insurance Company (ANICO) Information in MOVEit Incident

Massive Data Leak Linked to American National Insurance Company: Over 270,000 Records Exposed Online Cybersecurity experts have identified a significant data leak involving American National Insurance Company (ANICO), with over 270,000 lines of customer information uncovered on the dark web. This breach is suspected to be related to the MOVEit…

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Over One Billion Credentials Compromised in Malware Attacks in 2024

Alarming Rate of Password Breaches Highlights Urgent Need for Stronger Cybersecurity Measures A recent report from SpecOps reveals that billions of passwords are compromised each year, with more than a billion credentials stolen through malware attacks over the last 12 months. This stark statistic underscores a growing crisis in password…

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Memcyco Unveils Advanced AI Solution for Real-Time Fraud and Impersonation Attack Prevention

Memcyco Launches Cutting-Edge Solution to Combat Digital Impersonation Threats Memcyco, a leader in AI-driven security solutions, has revealed its latest innovation: a next-generation protection system designed to shield organizations from the pervasive risks of phishing, impersonation fraud, and online scams. This advancement is a critical update to its existing suite…

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