Data Privacy, Data Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Case Resolves HHS OCR Scrutiny of Two Security Incidents Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • April 17, 2025 Image: Guam Memorial Hospital Authority The Guam Memorial Hospital Authority has consented to a $25,000 payment to federal regulators while agreeing to implement a corrective…
Kiteworks has released a comprehensive report detailing the eleven most significant data breaches of 2024, evaluated through the company’s proprietary Risk Exposure Index (REI). This index employs a multi-faceted approach to accurately assess the impact of these breaches, moving beyond mere statistics of exposed records to focus on critical elements…
On June 5, the Pinal County Board of Supervisors convened to deliberate on a proposed $500,000 contract with the software firm Massive Blue, aimed at acquiring a license for Overwatch—a software tool intended for law enforcement investigations. The discussion turned critical as Board Supervisor Kevin Cavanaugh voiced concerns about the…
Ransomware attacks have evolved into a major threat within the cybercrime landscape, predominantly characterized by hackers encrypting essential databases and demanding payment for access to decryption keys. This method of cyber extortion has already inflicted considerable disruption across various industries. However, cybercriminals continue to innovate and refine their tactics, becoming…
Cloud Security, Governance & Risk Management, Security Operations Infosys Expands Cybersecurity Portfolio with Acquisition of Australian Firm Michael Novinson (@MichaelNovinson) • April 17, 2025 Indian multinational Infosys has announced the acquisition of The Missing Link, an Australian cybersecurity firm, for $63 million. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing Infosys’…
Data Breach Confirmed by Mt. Baker Imaging Two Months After Incident Mt. Baker Imaging has publicly acknowledged a significant data breach that occurred approximately two months prior. This confirmation has raised alarm among stakeholders, particularly in light of the sensitive nature of the information potentially compromised. As a player in…
New Jersey Takes Legal Action Against Discord Over Child Safety Concerns Discord, the widely used messaging platform, is now under scrutiny following a lawsuit filed by the state of New Jersey, which alleges that the company has engaged in “deceptive and unconscionable business practices” that jeopardize the safety of its…
Google, the prominent search engine owned by Alphabet Inc., is set to implement a new security feature known as “Auto Restart” aimed at fortifying data protection on Android devices. This feature is specifically designed to mitigate unauthorized access to sensitive information in the event that a device is lost, stolen,…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Data Security Study Reveals Dominance of Chinese Mobile Route Providers in Global Interconnect Sphere Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • April 17, 2025 A telecommunications tower overlooking Seoul, South Korea. (Image: Shutterstock) Recent research indicates a concerning trend among mobile service providers across 35 nations, including significant U.S. allies,…
