Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Australia Imposes Ban on Kaspersky Software amid Security Concerns Akshaya Asokan • February 24, 2025 The Australian government has officially banned the use of Kaspersky Lab products across its public sector, citing significant security risks associated with foreign…
Data Breach at Genea Fertility: Sensitive Patient Information Compromised In a significant cybersecurity incident, Genea Fertility, a prominent IVF provider in Australia, has confirmed that all patient-related data was accessible to attackers, raising alarms about identity theft among both current and former clients. The breach, which the company identified as…
In today’s digital landscape, the issue of online harassment is becoming increasingly alarming, particularly for women. Recent discussions highlight the grave consequences that arise once an individual’s identity is revealed in online spaces. The sharing of social media profiles often leads to unsolicited contact, with some users requesting intimate images…
Encryption & Key Management, Endpoint Security, Security Operations Withdrawal of Advanced Data Protection for UK Users May Have Global Repercussions Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • February 24, 2025 An Apple store in London, captured in August 2018. (Image: Shutterstock) Apple’s recent decision to deactivate its iCloud end-to-end encryption feature for users…
In the realm of Identity Access Management (IAM), understanding its five critical components is essential for any organization aiming to strengthen its security posture. Each component plays a crucial role in ensuring that access to sensitive data is effectively managed and secured. The first step in the IAM process is…
A significant cyber threat has emerged, posing serious risks to Microsoft 365 users. Researchers from SecurityScorecard have uncovered that a botnet comprising over 130,000 compromised devices is launching coordinated password-spraying attacks targeting Microsoft 365 accounts. This development highlights the evolving tactics of cybercriminals aiming to exploit vulnerabilities within widely used…
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cryptocurrency Fraud, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Crypto Firm Offers Up to $140M Bounty for Recovery of Hacked Funds Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • February 24, 2025 Image: Shutterstock In a notable development in the cryptocurrency sector, Bybit, a compromised crypto exchange, has successfully replenished $1.4 billion in Ether…
Data Breach Unveils Censorship Services by Chinese Cybersecurity Firm TopSec In a significant data breach, sensitive information has emerged from the Chinese cybersecurity firm TopSec, revealing its involvement in providing censorship-as-a-service solutions. This leak raises concerns about the firm’s operations and its implications for both public and private sectors in…
Title: Russia’s Crackdown on Cybercrime: A Shift in Strategy Amid Ukraine Peace Talks Recent developments in Russia indicate a significant shift in its approach to cybersecurity, particularly concerning ransomware and cybercriminals. The unexpected arrest of Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, also known as "Wazawaka," marks a notable departure from the historically lenient…
