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…
As the Christmas of 2024 approaches, countless Americans will be traversing the nation to reunite with family and partake in festive services. While roadways, railways, and airlines facilitate these journeys, the latter option promises speed and convenience, allowing families additional time together. However, for some travelers relying on American Airlines,…
CloudSEK Identifies Major Data Exposure from Postman Workspaces, Putting Sensitive Information at Risk CloudSEK’s TRIAD team recently uncovered a significant security threat involving the exposure of over 30,000 public workspaces on Postman, a widely used cloud-based API development platform. This alarming discovery, confirmed on December 23, 2024, indicates extensive data…
The Limitations of SOC2 Audits in Preventing Cybersecurity Breaches: A Critical Analysis In recent discussions surrounding cybersecurity, there has been growing scrutiny about the effectiveness of SOC2 audits in safeguarding sensitive data from breaches. While SOC2 compliance is often seen as a benchmark of trustworthiness for service organizations, critics assert…
The challenge surrounding the recovery of ransom payments made to cybercriminals has become increasingly complex, particularly following the recent arrest of Rostislav Panev. Apprehended by Interpol in Israel, Panev is connected to the notorious LockBit ransomware group that has exploited numerous targets globally. Notably, the U.S. Department of Justice alleges…
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cryptocurrency Fraud, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Researchers Trace 61% of Known Losses This Year to State-Sponsored Cybercriminals in North Korea Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • December 23, 2024 North Korea currently lacks a memorial for its stolen cryptocurrency. (Image: Shutterstock) In a disconcerting trend, hackers purportedly associated…
This year has witnessed a significant surge in cybersecurity incidents, with numerous breaches, attacks, and operational failures capturing global headlines. Among these, select events stand out for their profound implications, potentially altering protective measures within the industry, challenging vendors to bolster the security of customer systems, and prompting security leaders…
KEY SUMMARY POINTS The Lazarus Group, a hacking entity with ties to North Korea, has redirected its focus toward the nuclear industry, an alarming escalation from its previous concentrations on sectors such as defense, aerospace, and cryptocurrency. This shift suggests that their operations are diversifying into more sensitive areas, with…
Ransomware impersonation represents a significant cybersecurity threat in which cybercriminals pose as legitimate entities to extort money from their victims. Utilizing various tactics including phishing emails, telephone scams, and social engineering, attackers trick targets into believing they are engaging with trusted organizations or individuals. Once the victim is deceived, malware—specifically…
