Ransomware impersonation represents a significant cybersecurity threat in which cybercriminals pose as legitimate entities to extort money from their victims. Utilizing various tactics including phishing emails, telephone scams, and social engineering, attackers trick targets into believing they are engaging with trusted organizations or individuals. Once the victim is deceived, malware—specifically…
As 2024 draws to an end, the cybersecurity landscape has witnessed an alarming surge in cyber threats. The increasing dependence on digital infrastructures has made both public and private sectors key targets for cybercriminals, leading to an uptick in significant ransomware attacks and data breaches throughout the year. This report…
Data Breach Investigation Launched at Ascension Health On December 22, 2024, the law firm Edelson Lechtzin LLP announced its investigation into potential data privacy violations associated with Ascension Health, a major non-profit healthcare system operating under Catholic principles. The investigation follows the detection of unauthorized activity within Ascension’s computer systems,…
Rapido, a leading ride-hailing service in India, has recently remedied a security flaw in its feedback collection system that led to the unintended exposure of personal information for both users and drivers. This vulnerability was identified by cybersecurity researcher Renganathan P, who reported that an API associated with the feedback…
As we approach the new year, organizations are grappling with mounting challenges related to governance, security, and regulatory compliance, particularly in light of the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). In this evolving landscape, Henry Umney, Managing Director of GRC Strategy at Mitratech, a prominent compliance technology provider utilized by…
Potential Government Shutdown May Result in Furloughs for Thousands of Federal Cybersecurity Personnel Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 20, 2024 The U.S. Congress has until midnight to ensure continuous functioning of the federal government. (Image: Shutterstock) The impending government shutdown poses significant risks to federal cybersecurity operations, potentially leading to…
Krispy Kreme Data Breach Linked to Play Ransomware Group Krispy Kreme, the widely recognized doughnut chain, has recently disclosed a significant data breach that disrupted its operations across the United States. Initially reported on December 11, 2024, there was uncertainty about the attackers’ identity. However, the Play Ransomware group, also…
Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Data Breach at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center NEWTOWN, Pa., Dec. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Edelson Lechtzin LLP has launched an investigation into reported data privacy infringements involving Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and its El Paso branch, collectively referred to as Texas…
Interlock Ransomware Attacks Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center A lesser-known ransomware group, Interlock, has launched a significant cyberattack against the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, jeopardizing the personal data of nearly 1.46 million patients. This group claims to have breached the university’s network in September 2024, exfiltrating over…
