The dynamics between insurance providers and their clients are often seen as contentious: one entity hesitates to pay premiums while the other is equally reluctant to make payouts when necessary. However, the realm of cyber insurance can break this mold. In light of a rapidly evolving threat landscape, cyber insurance…
Marks & Spencer Faces Cybersecurity Incident Disrupting Payment Systems Marks & Spencer (M&S), a venerable British retailer with over 140 years in the food and clothing sectors, has recently been the victim of a significant cyberattack that unfolded during the Easter period. The incident disrupted vital services, impacting customers’ ability…
As businesses navigate an increasingly digital landscape, the importance of cybersecurity has escalated from a mere IT concern to a fundamental pillar of operational strategy. The proliferation of cyber threats, including ransomware, phishing attacks, insider threats, and advanced persistent threats (APTs), has made safeguarding digital infrastructure imperative rather than optional.…
Government, Industry Specific Senior Advisers Depart CISA Amid Workforce Reductions, Impacting ‘Secure by Design’ Initiative Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • April 22, 2025 Recent resignations from CISA may signal turbulent times for the agency’s cybersecurity efforts. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is experiencing a significant transition as a number…
Numerous small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) maintain a misguided belief that they are unlikely targets for cybercriminals, mistakenly assuming that their data and systems lack sufficient value to attract hackers. Generally, these enterprises cannot afford the substantial ransoms that interest cyber attackers. As a result, this line of thinking is…
Data Security, Government, Industry Specific Concerns Raised Over Whistleblower Claims of DOGE’s Centralized Data Collection Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • April 21, 2025 Elon Musk arriving at the White House South Lawn on Marine One, March 9, 2025. (Image: Joshua Sukoff / Shutterstock) Recent revelations by whistleblowers indicate that a U.S.…
Ransomware Assaults on Financial Institutions Spike, Highlighting Evolving Cyber Threats In a concerning trend, financial institutions worldwide reported an average loss of $6.08 million in 2024 due to ransomware attacks, marking a 10% increase from the previous year. This alarming data, released by security professionals at Hunt.io, sheds light on…
The ongoing trade tensions between China and the United States, popularly dubbed the “tariff war,” are manifesting in various unforeseen consequences, notably within the realm of cybersecurity. This escalated conflict is emerging as a significant threat vector for businesses, governments, and individuals. As the two nations engage in a heated…
This week on the Lock and Code podcast… This week, we dive into the controversial establishment of the newly formed US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which appears to have extensive data collection interests regarding American citizens. Established on January 20 by former President Donald Trump through an Executive Order,…
