In a stark reminder of the growing threat posed by cyberattacks, Betsy Hodge, a regulatory attorney with Akerman LLP, emphasized the importance of robust supply chain management within the healthcare sector during an interview with Information Security Media Group. The past year has revealed the critical need for healthcare organizations…
In a significant cybersecurity incident, Volkswagen Group has experienced a data breach that has compromised sensitive details of approximately 800,000 electric vehicle owners in Europe. This breach, which included personal data such as contact information and precise GPS locations, was left publicly accessible on an Amazon cloud storage platform for…
Title: Unveiling North Korea’s Covert Cyber Capability: Navigating the Threat Landscape In a recent development that underscores the growing complexity of global cybersecurity threats, cybersecurity experts have brought to light the clandestine operations of North Korea’s secretive IT army. This revelation focuses on the regime’s utilization of advanced cyber tactics…
In a recent statement, authorities emphasized the need for transparency surrounding cybersecurity incidents, declaring, “I expect to know … we have an obligation to the victims.” This sentiment underscores the growing urgency for organizations to fortify their defenses against cyber threats. The article, published by the Courier Mail, reflects a…
Surge in Botnet Activity Targets D-Link Vulnerabilities A significant increase in botnet activity has been reported in recent months, primarily linked to two emerging threats known as "FICORA" and "CAPSAICIN." Both of these botnets are variants of the established Mirai and Kaiten botnets and demonstrate sophisticated capabilities to execute malicious…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime , Healthcare , Industry Specific Data Breach at American Addiction Centers Compromises Over 422,000 Patients’ Information Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • December 27, 2024 Attackers targeted a rehab center, causing further distress to individuals in recovery. (Image: Shutterstock) The recent cyberattack on American Addiction Centers (AAC),…
Significant Cybersecurity Breaches of 2024: An Analysis As we approach the end of 2024, it is essential for businesses to remain vigilant about cybersecurity, especially given the alarming rise in data breaches and cyberattacks this year. While utilizing a robust Virtual Private Network (VPN) and maintaining unique passwords for each…
Cybersecurity Report: Rise in Cyber Attacks Prompt Urgent Need for Enhanced Threat Intelligence and Surface Management Recent findings reveal that cyber breaches are increasingly being orchestrated by external actors employing sophisticated tactics such as phishing, ransomware, session hijacking, and account takeover. Data indicates that more than 80% of these breaches…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Chinese Hackers Maintain Extensive Access to U.S. Telecommunications Systems Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 27, 2024 Negligent cybersecurity practices provided entry points for Salt Typhoon hackers targeting U.S. telecom networks. (Image: Shutterstock) U.S. officials have confirmed that a ninth…
