YouTube has evolved into a prominent platform for content creation, particularly among users aged 14 to 33. Daily, countless aspiring creators contribute an array of videos—from cooking demonstrations to tech reviews—in hopes of amassing views, subscribers, and acknowledgment in the form of YouTube’s prestigious play buttons. While these milestones serve…
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cryptocurrency Fraud, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Additionally, CoinLurker Malware Harvests Data via Deceptive Updates Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • December 19, 2024 Image: Shutterstock This past week, Information Security Media Group reported several notable cybersecurity incidents within the digital asset space. These include a breach of LastPass leading…
In 2024, the financial sector has emerged as a primary target for cybercriminals, with a significant uptick in data breaches putting institutions at risk as they look toward 2025. According to a report by SailPoint, approximately 65% of financial organizations worldwide reported experiencing a ransomware attack within the year, marking…
Krispy Kreme Data Breach Linked to Play Ransomware Group Krispy Kreme, the widely recognized doughnut chain, has recently disclosed a significant data breach that disrupted its operations across the United States. Initially reported on December 11, 2024, there was uncertainty about the attackers’ identity. However, the Play Ransomware group, also…
CISA Affirms 2035 Quantum Encryption Target Feasible Despite Technological Advancements Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 19, 2024 Experts believe the 2035 requirement for federal agencies to implement quantum-resistant cryptography is still feasible. (Image: Shutterstock) The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) maintains that the 2035 deadline for federal entities to…
This year has seen a dramatic surge in cyberattacks and data breaches within the healthcare sector, raising significant concerns among industry professionals and business owners alike. Notably, these incidents pose substantial risks not only to patient safety but also to the financial viability of healthcare organizations, with potential losses amounting…
Governance & Risk Management, Healthcare, Identity & Access Management SailPoint’s Acquisition of Imprivata Enhances Healthcare Security Offerings Worldwide Michael Novinson ( MichaelNovinson) • December 19, 2024 Matt Mills, President of SailPoint (Image: SailPoint) SailPoint Technologies has announced plans to acquire Imprivata’s identity governance business, a move aimed at enhancing identity…
Data Breach at SRP Federal Credit Union Exposes Personal Information of Over 240,000 Individuals SRP Federal Credit Union, a financial institution located in South Carolina, has disclosed a significant data breach affecting more than 240,000 individuals. This incident raises serious concerns about the security of sensitive information managed by credit…
Recent analyses indicate that users of cybercrime forums have been discussing and recommending the “Big Mama” proxy service over the past year. Notably, in April, Cisco Talos, a cybersecurity division of Cisco, reported seeing traffic from Big Mama Proxy among other proxies, utilized by attackers trying to brute force access…
