India Becomes Second Most Targeted Nation for Cyber Attacks in 2024 In a stark revelation, India has been identified as the second most targeted country for cyber attacks globally, with a reported 95 entities suffering from data breaches in 2024. This alarming statistic is outlined in the ThreatLandscape Report 2024…
Japan’s NTT Docomo, the country’s leading mobile carrier, has recently suffered a cyber intrusion, following a significant attack earlier on Japan Airlines (JAL). The incident occurred early today and led to major disruptions in Docomo’s billing services, leaving many users unable to finalize their transactions. Fortunately, it has been reported…
As the new year begins, many professionals are seeking opportunities to refresh their careers, particularly within the dynamic field of cybersecurity. This unique moment not only offers a chance for personal reinvention but also presents the challenge of articulating and leveraging transferable skills that can bridge previous roles with new…
Cybersecurity Highlights: A Review of Key Incidents and Trends in 2023 As 2023 came to a conclusion, the cybersecurity landscape remained dominated by data breaches and significant incidents, notably highlighted by the massive Change Healthcare breach. This event overshadowed numerous others, underscoring the persistent vulnerabilities organizations face in the digital…
The initial 100 days of the anticipated Trump administration and new Congress are poised to serve as a pivotal period for the healthcare industry, particularly concerning cybersecurity and privacy-related regulatory matters. According to Chelsea Arnone and Cassie Ballard of the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME), this timeframe will…
Insights from Cybersecurity Experts on Key Trends for 2025 Anna Delaney (annamadeline), Cal Harrison • December 31, 2024 Watch a discussion on emerging cyber trends for 2024 featuring ISMG’s Anna Delaney and a panel of experts. The year 2024 is poised to be remembered as one marked by significant cyber…
Ransomware: A Historical Overview and Its Evolution Ransomware, a malicious software category designed to deny access to a system or to seize data until a ransom is paid, has undergone significant transformation since its origins. Emerging from simple exploits in the 1980s, it has escalated into a widespread global menace,…
Surge in Cyber-Attacks Hits Key Industries in 2024: Analysis of Major Incidents The year 2024 has marked a significant escalation in cyber-attacks across various sectors, with notable breaches affecting critical infrastructure, healthcare providers, financial institutions, and even political campaigns. These incidents underscore an alarming trend—the increasing sophistication of threat actors…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development 2025 Expected to Mark a Pragmatic Shift in AI Approaches Across Industries Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • December 30, 2024 Image: Shutterstock As we approach 2025, the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape is poised for significant transformation, moving away from the experimental…
