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HHS Calls on Healthcare Sector to Strengthen Security Measures for PHI and Devices

Healthcare, HIPAA/HITECH, Industry Specific Federal Agencies Urge HIPAA Entities to Strengthen Security Risk Management Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 19, 2026 HHS is calling on HIPAA-regulated entities, such as hospitals and their third-party associates, to enhance the security of their IT systems, software, and medical devices. (Image: Getty Images)…

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TSMC Halts Production Following Computer Virus Attack Affecting iPhone Chip Supply

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Faces Disruption Due to Virus Attack Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), a critical player in the semiconductor industry and the exclusive supplier of system-on-chip (SoC) components for Apple’s iPhones and iPads, experienced a significant operational setback following a computer virus outbreak. The incident, which occurred late…

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Hacker Exposes Personal Data of 30,000 Employees from FBI and DHS

A significant data breach has occurred, reportedly orchestrated by an unidentified hacker who has leaked a substantial repository of sensitive information concerning federal employees. The compromised data includes the personal details of approximately 20,000 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents and 9,000 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers. This breach…

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Hackers Target Apple Employees with $23,000 Bounty for Corporate Login Information

The landscape of cybersecurity continues to evolve, with internal threats emerging as a significant concern for organizations. A recent event exemplifies this: cybercriminals are reportedly targeting Apple employees in Ireland, enticing them with offers of €20,000 (approximately $23,000) in exchange for their login credentials. This initiative, part of an intricate…

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The Distinction Between Accountability and Taking Ownership

Navigating Influence Without Authority in Cybersecurity In the realm of cybersecurity, a frequent tension exists between those who possess technical expertise and those who wield authority within organizations. More often than not, the most influential figures in making cybersecurity decisions are business owners rather than the technical experts directly involved…

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Microsoft Tackles Significant Power Platform Vulnerability Following Delays and Feedback

Microsoft Addresses Security Flaw in Power Platform Amid Criticism for Delayed Response On Friday, Microsoft announced it has remedied a significant security vulnerability affecting its Power Platform, although it faced backlash for not acting more swiftly. This flaw posed a risk of unauthorized access to Custom Code functions utilized in…

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Staminus, Anti-DDoS Firm, Breached: Customer Data Compromised

Major Data Breach at Staminus Communications Exposes Customer Information Staminus Communications, a hosting provider based in California known for its Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection services, is facing a significant data breach. This incident has resulted in the unauthorized exposure of personal and sensitive information belonging to its clientele,…

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Brightspeed Hackers Reportedly Steal 1 Million Customer Records in Data Breach

Brightspeed Investigates Data Breach Claims Affecting Over One Million Customers Brightspeed, one of the leading fiber broadband providers in the United States, is currently looking into allegations that hackers have compromised sensitive information related to more than one million of its customers. The claims emerged from a group known as…

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