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Trending Ransomware News on Google

Smith Engineering Group Targeted by Ransomware Attack Smith Group Plc, a prominent British engineering firm, has confirmed that it recently faced a ransomware attack. The incident was detected promptly by the company’s IT department, successfully containing the breach to avert additional damage. Nevertheless, the organization is currently engaged in an…

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ENGlobal Reports Cybersecurity Breach as CenterPoint Energy Investigates Possible Data Leak

Cybersecurity Breach at ENGlobal Corporation Exposes Vulnerabilities in Critical Infrastructure In a recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), ENGlobal Corporation, a federal energy contractor, provided further details regarding a significant cybersecurity breach that occurred last year. The incident involved unauthorized access to the company’s IT systems, in…

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Leaked DeepSeek Database Unveils Chat Prompts and Internal Information

A recent security oversight in the rapidly evolving AI landscape has raised alarms among cybersecurity experts. Independent researcher Jeremiah Fowler, who focuses on identifying exposed databases, commented on the alarming ease with which sensitive operational data was accessible through insufficient security measures. He noted that the open database represents a…

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What Caused the Breach Total to Soar to 190 Million?

Data Breach Notification, Data Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Experts Discuss the Complexity of UnitedHealth Group’s Recent Data Breach Assessment Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 28, 2025 UnitedHealth Group has announced the data breach has affected approximately 190 million individuals due to the ransomware attack on Change Healthcare in…

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Whitehall at Risk: Cyber Attacks and Malware Threats Persist

Recent reports have brought to light serious cybersecurity vulnerabilities within Whitehall, the hub of British government administration located in central London. The National Audit Office (NAO) has highlighted that outdated IT infrastructure is leaving critical government departments susceptible to cyber threats. This reliance on antiquated systems coupled with a shortage…

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Acronis Data Privacy Survey Shows 64% of Global Consumers Rank Data Breaches as Their Primary Privacy Concern

New Report Reveals Critical Gaps in Consumer Cybersecurity Practices Ahead of Data Privacy Day On January 28, 2025, Acronis, a leading global entity in cybersecurity and data protection, published significant findings from its inaugural report, “Data Privacy in 2025: A Survey to Explore Consumer Views on Cyber Protection.” The report…

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Legal Implications of Data Breaches: An Analysis of the Star Health Incident

Legal Ramifications of Data Breaches: Exploring the Star Health Insurance Incident This article delves into the legal consequences of personal data breaches under Indian law, particularly focusing on the responsibilities of the data-holding company, the breach perpetrators, and the impacted individuals. By examining the recent data breach involving Star Health…

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DeepSeek’s Well-Known AI App Allegedly Transfers US Data to China

DeepSeek, a service catering to an international user base, has announced the collection of data from various external sources, including partnerships with tech giants such as Google and Apple. When users sign up for DeepSeek using these platforms, the service obtains specific information that may include mobile advertising identifiers, hashed…

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