In a significant regulatory move, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order mandating Marriott International and its subsidiary Starwood Hotels to overhaul their data security protocols. This decision comes in response to multiple substantial data breaches that have compromised sensitive customer information, including passports and payment card details.…
Scammers continue to escalate their tactics, with fraudsters and cybercriminals extracting billions from unsuspecting individuals each year. The types of scams are diverse and evolving, with romance fraud, business email compromise, investment schemes, and sextortion among the numerous methods used to exploit victims. As the landscape of these threats shifts,…
Governance & Risk Management, Identity & Access Management, Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) Blackpoint Cyber CEO Jon Murchison Discusses MSP Cloud Identity Vulnerabilities By Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • December 24, 2024 Jon Murchison, founder and CEO, Blackpoint Cyber (Image: Blackpoint Cyber) Jon Murchison, CEO of Blackpoint Cyber, highlights critical risks…
Title: Major Data Leak Threatens Security of Thousands of Postman Workspaces In a concerning development for cybersecurity, researchers have revealed a significant data leak involving Postman, the popular cloud-based platform for API development and testing. This alarming trend points to the improper management of Postman workspaces, resulting in over 30,000…
Nokia and Turkcell Launch Quantum-Safe IPsec Cryptography for Enhanced Mobile Security Nokia, in collaboration with leading Turkish telecommunications provider Turkcell, has introduced a pioneering IPsec Cryptography solution aimed at fortifying mobile networks against emerging threats posed by quantum computing. This innovative technology represents a significant advancement in mobile network security,…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Cybercriminals Claim to Have Breached 66 Companies David Perera (@daveperera) • December 24, 2024 Image: Shutterstock The Clop cybercriminal group has issued threats to publicly disclose the identities of 66 companies allegedly compromised in a widespread hack targeting managed file transfer software developed by Cleo…
In a significant development in the realm of cybersecurity, a major attack attributed to actors from China has unveiled serious vulnerabilities in various systems. The incident has been characterized as a systematic breach that exposes not only individual organizations but also highlights the broader implications for industries reliant on digital…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development OpenAI Unveils New Model Framework Prioritizing Human Safety Rashmi Ramesh ( rashmiramesh_) • December 24, 2024 Image: Shutterstock OpenAI has recently launched its latest reasoning AI models, dubbed o3 and o3-mini, emphasizing their innovative safety features. These models incorporate a…
Customer Data Protection Elicits Concerns at McDonald’s India Recent findings have drawn attention to critical vulnerabilities within McDonald’s India’s delivery infrastructure, particularly affecting the McDelivery app. A security assessment uncovered these weaknesses, leading to apprehensions about the safeguarding of sensitive customer information. Although the company has maintained that no data…
