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Proton Data Breach Observatory: Real-Time Alerts at Your Fingertips

Businesses concerned about cybersecurity may already be familiar with Have I Been Pwned, a site dedicated to notifying users about data breaches. Recently, Proton, the company behind ProtonMail, launched its own data breach alert service named the Data Breach Observatory. This platform aims to provide near real-time notifications to individuals…

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Vulnerabilities in the Ollama AI Framework May Lead to DoS Attacks, Model Theft, and Poisoning Risks

Security Flaws Discovered in Ollama AI Framework Recent disclosures by cybersecurity researchers have revealed six vulnerabilities within the Ollama artificial intelligence (AI) framework, a tool enabling users to deploy large language models (LLMs) locally on multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS. These vulnerabilities present significant risks, allowing potential…

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Back-Office Service Provider Reports Data Breach Impacting 10.5 Million People

Third-Party Risk Management, Data Breach Notification, Data Security Conduent Data Breach Affects Millions, Including Clients Humana and BCBS Montana Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • October 27, 2025 Conduent is informing over 10.5 million individuals about a breach identified in January. (Image: Conduent) A significant cybersecurity incident has emerged as Conduent…

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Swedish Power Grid Operator Acknowledges Breach Following Everest Ransomware Allegations

Svenska kraftnät, the national operator of Sweden’s power grid, has reported a data breach that has exposed sensitive information to unauthorized individuals. The breach was publicly disclosed on October 26, 2025, and is linked to the notorious Everest ransomware group. This incident marks a significant concern amid a rising tide…

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Data Breach Strikes Iranian Intel-Linked Cybersecurity School

Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Ravin Academy’s Data Breach Exposes Identities of Over 1,000 Participants Chris Riotta ( @chrisriotta) • October 27, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Recent revelations from a cyber training facility affiliated with Iranian intelligence have exposed sensitive personal information of over 1,000 individuals enrolled in…

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Further Developments in the Collins Aerospace Cybersecurity Breach

Critical Infrastructure Security Everest Extortion Group Targets Dublin Airport Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • October 27, 2025 Image: Shutterstock A Russian data extortion group named Everest has threatened to release 1.5 million records allegedly obtained from Dublin Airport. This threat follows an investigation into a cybersecurity breach that originated from a…

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Researchers Raise Alarm Over FontOnLake Rootkit Malware Aimed at Linux Systems

Recent findings from cybersecurity researchers have unveiled a targeted campaign likely aimed at entities in Southeast Asia utilizing a novel form of Linux malware, identified as “FontOnLake.” This malware is designed to facilitate remote access for its operators, gather credentials, and serve as a proxy server. The cybersecurity firm ESET,…

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An Essential Tool for CISOs That Can’t Be Overlooked

Agentic AI AI-Powered Threats Require AI-Driven Defense Sarah Banks • October 17, 2025    Artificial Intelligence has emerged as a significant force in the cybersecurity arena, enhancing the capabilities of defenders while simultaneously equipping attackers with unprecedented tools. Malicious actors are increasingly utilizing agentic AI to execute sophisticated, autonomous attacks…

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Don’t Wait for a Breach: Prioritize Cybersecurity Now — Capital Brief

Cybersecurity Must Be a Priority for Business Owners: A Call to Action Amid Rising Threats In today’s digital landscape, the importance of safeguarding online passwords cannot be overstated. If you’ve paused to think about your last password update, it’s likely been far too long, underscoring a widespread issue: cybersecurity often…

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