The Supreme Court is facing pressure for an independent investigation into the repercussions of recent cyberattacks and data breaches affecting the federal judiciary’s networks. On Monday, Senator Ron Wyden publicly urged Chief Justice John Roberts to authorize such a review, emphasizing a pressing need to understand the scope and implications…
Increased Cyber Threats in the UAE: Over 12,000 Attacks Recorded in 2023 Abu Dhabi, SANA—The UAE Cyber Security Council has disclosed a startling statistic: more than 12,000 cyberattacks have been documented this year, a significant portion stemming from open and untrusted Wi-Fi networks. This alarming figure represents approximately 35% of…
April 24, 2025
IoT Security / Zero Trust
The Shifting Landscape of Cybersecurity in Healthcare
In 2025, healthcare organizations are grappling with unparalleled cybersecurity threats. As operational technology (OT) environments come under increasing attack and the integration of IT and medical systems expands the potential for breaches, traditional security measures are falling short. Recent data reveals that the healthcare sector faced a record number of data breaches in 2024, compromising over 133 million patient records. The financial implications are severe, with the average cost of a healthcare data breach soaring to $11 million, making it the industry with the highest breach costs.
The tactics of cybercriminals have evolved significantly; they are now focused on compromising the very devices that provide patient care, rather than just stealing patient records. The risk has intensified, with ransomware accounting for 71% of attacks on healthcare organizations, resulting in an average operational downtime of 11 days per incident.
Automating Zero Trust in Healthcare: Enhancing Security Through Dynamic Policy Enforcement Without Overhauling Networks As of April 24, 2025, the cybersecurity landscape within the healthcare sector is facing increasingly complex challenges. Healthcare organizations are grappling with significant threats exacerbated by the targeting of operational technology (OT) environments and the merging…
April 24, 2025
IoT Security / Zero Trust
The Shifting Landscape of Cybersecurity in Healthcare
In 2025, healthcare organizations are grappling with unparalleled cybersecurity threats. As operational technology (OT) environments come under increasing attack and the integration of IT and medical systems expands the potential for breaches, traditional security measures are falling short. Recent data reveals that the healthcare sector faced a record number of data breaches in 2024, compromising over 133 million patient records. The financial implications are severe, with the average cost of a healthcare data breach soaring to $11 million, making it the industry with the highest breach costs.
The tactics of cybercriminals have evolved significantly; they are now focused on compromising the very devices that provide patient care, rather than just stealing patient records. The risk has intensified, with ransomware accounting for 71% of attacks on healthcare organizations, resulting in an average operational downtime of 11 days per incident.
If you’re one of the nearly 200 million customers affected by the AT&T data breach, you may be eligible for financial compensation. jetcityimage/Getty Images AT&T is preparing to make one of the largest privacy settlements recently seen, following two significant data breaches. The first breach, which occurred six years ago,…
Recruitment & Reskilling Strategy, Training & Security Leadership Workers Opt for Flexible and Purpose-Driven Career Paths Over Conventional Advancement Brandy Harris • August 20, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The conventional approach to career success—characterized by upward mobility through promotions and prestigious titles—is undergoing a significant transformation. In 2025, an increasing number…
South Texas College to Launch Innovative Cybersecurity Clinic Aimed at Local Businesses South Texas College (STC) is set to introduce a pioneering cybersecurity clinic, designed to extend its services beyond student involvement. This initiative underscores the institution’s commitment to address real-world security challenges faced by local enterprises. A stark illustration…
Data Breach Notification, Data Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime DaVita’s Stolen Data Surfaced on Dark Web Following Ransomware Attack by Interlock Marianne Kolbasuk McGee ( HealthInfoSec) • August 22, 2025 Image: DaVita In a troubling development for patient data security, DaVita disclosed to federal authorities that a cyberattack attributed to…
April 30, 2025
Malware / Data Breach
Everyone has a cybersecurity story to share, often involving family members. Here’s a familiar scenario: “The strangest thing happened with my streaming account. I got locked out, changed my password, and when I got back in, all my shows had disappeared! Everything was in Spanish, and there were all these unfamiliar shows. Isn’t that strange?”
This describes a common account takeover attack. Essentially, a streaming account is compromised—often due to weak or reused passwords—and the access is sold on a digital black market, typically advertised as “LIFETIME STREAMING SERVICE ACCOUNT – $4 USD.”
While this may seem like a minor annoyance for most, a quick reset of your credentials and a call to your bank to get a new credit card usually remedy the situation, allowing you to return to binge-watching your favorite series without much fuss.
Customer Account Takeovers: The Hidden Multi-Billion Dollar Challenge On April 30, 2025, the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve with concerning revelations surrounding customer account takeovers. These incidents, while often dismissed as minor annoyances, represent a significant and escalating threat to individuals and businesses alike. A common narrative shared by many…
April 30, 2025
Malware / Data Breach
Everyone has a cybersecurity story to share, often involving family members. Here’s a familiar scenario: “The strangest thing happened with my streaming account. I got locked out, changed my password, and when I got back in, all my shows had disappeared! Everything was in Spanish, and there were all these unfamiliar shows. Isn’t that strange?”
This describes a common account takeover attack. Essentially, a streaming account is compromised—often due to weak or reused passwords—and the access is sold on a digital black market, typically advertised as “LIFETIME STREAMING SERVICE ACCOUNT – $4 USD.”
While this may seem like a minor annoyance for most, a quick reset of your credentials and a call to your bank to get a new credit card usually remedy the situation, allowing you to return to binge-watching your favorite series without much fuss.
Data Breach at Orange Belgium Exposes 850,000 Customer Records In a significant cyber incident, Orange Belgium has acknowledged a data breach that has impacted approximately 850,000 customers. The breach occurred following a targeted cyberattack on one of the company’s internal IT systems, which was identified in late July. Information compromised…
