In a significant data breach incident reported by Hackread, DM Clinical Research, a clinical trial investigator site network based in Texas, has exposed the personal and health information of over 1.6 million individuals. This sensitive data was discovered to have been leaked from an unsecured database linked to medical surveys,…
In December, a manufacturing firm experienced a significant cybersecurity incident when approximately a dozen of its employees were inundated with an overwhelming number of phishing emails. This barrage of messages was so extensive that it hampered the employees’ ability to carry out their regular business operations. Within just over an…
Encryption & Key Management, Security Operations Tech Giant Raises Alarm Over Future Vulnerability of Secure Communications Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • February 21, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Google has introduced quantum-safe digital signatures to its cloud services, aiming to equip users to better defend against emerging adversarial threats. This announcement follows closely…
Kennedys’ partner Joshua Mooney, alongside special counsel Amanda McAllister Novak, has published a significant article titled “Federal Trade Commission’s Updates to the Health Breach Notification Rule Now In Effect.” This piece has drawn attention within the realm of cybersecurity law, particularly regarding the evolving responsibilities of organizations handling sensitive health…
Last week, several personnel reductions at the U.S. Digital Service (USDS) have raised concerns regarding the ongoing cybersecurity initiatives at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). High-profile departments such as product management, design, and procurement were notably impacted by these layoffs. Reports indicate that Kamens, a member of the USDS…
Data Breach Notification, Data Privacy, Data Security Ransomware Attack Reveals Critical Vulnerabilities in Healthcare Resilience and Vendor Dependency Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • February 21, 2025 The February 2024 ransomware attack on Change Healthcare disrupted operations for numerous healthcare providers and affected sensitive health data of 190 million individuals. (Image:…
Analysis of Leaked PINs Reveals Alarming Predictability in User Choices ABC News recently conducted a comprehensive analysis of approximately 29 million leaked four-digit Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) sourced from the well-known database, "Have I Been Pwned?" This repository collects and organizes credentials exposed during various data breaches. The analysis resulted…
Recent cybersecurity research has unveiled significant internal discord within the notorious hacking group known as Black Basta. These findings stem from an analysis of Russian-language communications among the organization members, revealing that tensions have intensified following the arrest of a prominent leader. As internal conflicts grow, the risk of exposing…
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Managed Detection & Response (MDR), Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Vendors Consolidate Endpoint, Managed Offerings to Combat Major Industry Players Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • February 21, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The competitive dynamics among Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service…
