Cybersecurity Alert: Guccifer 2.0 Claims Latest DCCC Hack In a significant security breach, the hacker known as Guccifer 2.0 recently announced that he has infiltrated the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), following a previous high-profile hack of the Democratic National Committee (DNC). To substantiate his claim, Guccifer 2.0 released a…
Major Cybersecurity Breach Affects Over 100 German Politicians Germany has experienced one of the most significant hacks in its history, impacting the personal data of more than 100 politicians, including notable figures such as Chancellor Angela Merkel and Brandenburg’s Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke. This cyber event has raised substantial concerns…
Governance & Risk Management, Operational Technology (OT) Insights from Joe Doetzl, Cybersecurity Chief at Hitachi Energy Brian Pereira (creed_digital) • January 9, 2026 Joe Doetzl, Head of Cybersecurity, Hitachi Energy The energy sector is experiencing significant digital evolution to accommodate rising demands for data center power, renewable energy generation expansions,…
As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, medium-sized businesses often underestimate their potential vulnerability. However, recent data reveals that these organizations are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, contrary to the belief that they are too small to attract attention. High-profile breaches involving companies such as Sony and Equifax dominate the headlines, yet the…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime CISA Issues Warning on Increased Cyber Threats Following U.S. Operation in Venezuela Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 8, 2026 Image: Panumas Nikhomkhai/Shutterstock Cybersecurity and national security officials have raised alarms following a U.S. operation in Venezuela, indicating a heightened…
Health records from the Manage My Health platform have been compromised in a recent ransomware attack, impacting numerous patients who are now left in the dark about the status of their information. The platform’s website has repeatedly crashed, and its helpline is experiencing an overload of inquiries, leading to significant…
Yahoo! recently revealed a data breach initially believed to be perpetrated by a “state-sponsored actor” in 2014, impacting at least 500 million user accounts. However, findings from InfoArmor, a cybersecurity firm, challenge Yahoo’s narrative, suggesting that seasoned cybercriminals may have played a significant role in the breach, ultimately selling user…
UNAM Confirms Cyberattack Amidst Increased Targeting of Educational Institutions The Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) has reported a cyberattack affecting five of its IT systems, detected and contained during the winter vacation period. The institution activated its security protocols promptly, confirming that no data was extracted in the aftermath…
The saga surrounding Yahoo is far from over, as the company faces fresh scrutiny amidst a series of alarming revelations. Verizon, which had previously committed to acquiring Yahoo for $4.8 billion, is now requesting a substantial discount of $1 billion on the deal, according to recent reports. The demand arises…
