For executives in healthcare, ensuring security compliance transcends mere regulatory obligations; it is integral to safeguarding the organization’s reputation, minimizing risks, and guaranteeing business continuity. In particular, HITRUST CSF e1 or i1 certifications can markedly boost patient confidence and health plan assurance while curtailing security vulnerabilities. Such certifications also pave…
Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities Exposed: A Growing Risk A recent analysis highlights significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities that have left numerous organizations exposed to potential attacks. The report emphasizes the increasing frequency of breaches as attackers exploit these gaps in security measures. With cyber threats evolving, businesses must remain vigilant in their defense strategies,…
Settlement Marks Fifth HIPAA Enforcement Action Tied to Risk Analysis Initiative In a significant settlement, a fitness and wellness services provider based in Illinois has agreed to a payment of nearly $228,000 to federal regulators following a breach incident attributed to IT misconfiguration. This settlement is the result of investigations…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Gartner Highlights How Hype Can Propel Organizations Forward Brian Pereira (creed_digital) • March 25, 2025 Deepti Gopal and Dennis Xu from Gartner at the Gartner Security and Risk Management Summit in Mumbai Despite significant investments in artificial intelligence (AI), many…
In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, the role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has become increasingly vital in ensuring the security and stability of organizations globally. As cyber threats evolve and data breaches become more prevalent, the significance of cybersecurity leadership cannot be understated. The CISO…
Application Security, Events, Governance & Risk Management Schneider Electric’s Crossley Calls for Enhanced Supplier Evaluation and Ongoing Risk Assessment Geetha Nandikotkur (AsiaSecEditor) • March 24, 2025 Cassie Crossley, VP of Supply Chain Security, Cybersecurity and Product Security Office, Schneider Electric The rising frequency of software supply chain attacks has revealed…
Japanese telecommunications firm NTT Communications has notified approximately 18,000 corporate clients of a data breach that occurred in February, which has compromised sensitive customer information. The unauthorized access to the company’s Order Information Distribution System may have exposed customer details including names, contract numbers, phone numbers, addresses, email addresses, and…
Spyware Developer SpyX Faces Major Data Breach SpyX, a prominent developer of spyware, has suffered a significant data breach affecting personal information belonging to nearly 2 million users. The incident, which transpired on June 24, 2024, has raised serious concerns regarding privacy and cybersecurity, revealing a trove of sensitive user…
The Evolving Landscape of Cybercrime The global economy is expected to suffer significant losses due to cybercrime, with projections indicating a staggering cost of $10 trillion by 2025. This alarming trend is largely fueled by escalating geopolitical tensions, rapid advancements in technology, and an ever-expanding skills gap in the cybersecurity…
