As Nigeria rapidly digitalizes its economy, public and private institutions are increasingly utilizing online platforms to enhance service delivery. This shift has profoundly altered the interaction dynamics between citizens and these entities, particularly in sectors such as banking, healthcare, e-commerce, and education. With over 92 million active internet users as…
In a rapidly evolving landscape where automation and AI are becoming increasingly integral to business operations, organizations are keen to harness these advancements for enhanced efficiency. By 2028, a report from Gartner projects that up to 15% of routine workplace decisions could be managed autonomously by agentic AI, a significant…
A significant security breach has compromised the personal and health records of approximately 914,138 individuals in the United States. This incident involves ConnectOnCall, a doctor-patient communication platform owned by the health technology company Phreesia. Reports indicate that this vast data exposure was confirmed by the U.S. Department of Health and…
Mike Mahoney, a prominent figure in the field of product marketing, currently serves as the Senior Director of Product Marketing for Technology Alliances at Tanium, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s marketing strategy and guiding its global partnerships. With a rich career spanning over twenty years,…
Data Breach Alert: Citizens Bank Exposes Sensitive Customer Information Citizens Bank, a prominent financial institution located in the United States, has issued a serious warning to its customers regarding a significant data breach affecting over 8,300 individuals. This breach, which the bank attributes to "insider wrongdoing," reportedly occurred on October…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Governance & Risk Management, Operational Technology (OT) Heap Overflow Vulnerability Poses Risk to Industrial Control Systems Worldwide Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • December 20, 2024 Image: Shutterstock Recently, Siemens issued a security advisory regarding a significant vulnerability that threatens industrial control systems through its User Management Component (UMC).…
Kaspersky Highlights Surge in Crypto-Drainer Malware and Dark Web Data Breaches In a recent report, cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has raised alarms about an increase in crypto-drainer malware incidents and the proliferation of data breach advertisements on the dark web. This development underscores a growing threat to businesses that rely on…
In recent developments within the cybersecurity landscape, a significant breach involving digital license plates has been uncovered, revealing vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors. Hackers have reportedly learned to “jailbreak” these license plates—devices that are legally issued in several states and recognized across the United States—allowing them to…
As we approach the new year, organizations are grappling with mounting challenges related to governance, security, and regulatory compliance, particularly in light of the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). In this evolving landscape, Henry Umney, Managing Director of GRC Strategy at Mitratech, a prominent compliance technology provider utilized by…
