Cybersecurity Transformation Amid Layoffs in U.S. Federal Agencies In a notable shift within the cybersecurity landscape, recent reports indicate significant layoffs impacting the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Over 130 positions have been cut, raising concerns about the agency’s capacity to coordinate…
Government, Industry Specific Federal Ruling Restores Employment for Dismissed Cyber Agency Staff Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • March 14, 2025 Image: Shutterstock A U.S. federal judge has issued a temporary injunction against an initiative by the Trump administration to terminate a significant number of federal employees, affecting key roles at the…
Cybercrime, Data Breach Notification, Data Security Texas Health Plan Reports Largest Data Breach of 2025 Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • March 14, 2025 New Era Life Insurance Companies is notifying 355,500 individuals of a data breach – the most significant health data incident reported by a health plan to federal…
Blockchain Security Market Set to Surge Amidst Growing Cyber Risk Concerns Recent insights from Allianz Commercial indicate that the global blockchain security market is anticipated to explode from an estimated $20 billion in 2024 to a staggering $250 billion within five years. This increase is driven by companies eager to…
Malicious Insider Threats Anticipated as Major Challenge for CISOs in 2025, Experts Warn Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • March 14, 2025 In an increasingly chaotic employment landscape, the risk posed by malicious insiders is expected to surge this year, casting a significant shadow over Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). Allie…
In a notable development within the cybersecurity landscape, Switzerland has introduced new regulations governing the disclosure of data breaches. This regulation aims to enhance transparency and accountability among organizations handling sensitive data. With the rise in cyber threats, the Swiss government is taking proactive steps to ensure that businesses notify…
In recent years, encrypted communication platforms have become integral to the daily lives of billions worldwide. Services such as Signal, iMessage, and WhatsApp utilize end-to-end encryption by default, safeguarding countless messages, photos, videos, and calls. Other platforms like Zoom and Discord also provide options for users to enhance their communication…
Cybersecurity Company Discovers and Disrupts Advanced Phishing Campaign Targeting Microsoft 365 Users Recently, cybersecurity firm Guardz reported a sophisticated phishing operation exploiting Microsoft 365’s infrastructure. This alarming campaign, aimed at small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), manipulates victims into unwittingly contacting a malicious call center, thereby facilitating credential harvesting and potential…
IT Outages Disrupting Healthcare Services: North Carolina Radiology Practice ‘Temporarily Closed’ In a concerning trend, recent cyberattacks have significantly affected small rural healthcare providers, with a notable case involving Pinehurst Radiology in North Carolina, which has been forced to shut down operations while it addresses a cyber incident from January.…
