A misconfigured database has resulted in the exposure of 108.8 GB of sensitive information, affecting over 86,000 healthcare professionals connected to ESHYFT, a HealthTech firm based in New Jersey that operates across 29 states. ESHYFT provides a mobile platform that links healthcare facilities with qualified nursing professionals, but this data…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime The Rise of Edge Device Hacking: A Challenge for French Firms Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • March 12, 2025 The Olympic Rings displayed on the Eiffel Tower prior to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, as seen in a photograph taken…
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has initiated legal proceedings against FIIG Securities Limited (FIIG), citing extensive and long-standing cybersecurity shortcomings. Filed in the Federal Court of Australia, the case underscores serious deficiencies in FIIG’s cybersecurity framework that persisted over a four-year span, culminating in a major data breach.…
Cybersecurity firm Dragos recently disclosed a significant and prolonged cyber attack conducted by the Chinese threat actor known as Volt Typhoon, targeting the electric grid of the United States. The incident specifically involved the Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments (LELWD) in Massachusetts and unfolded over an extended period of…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning , Governance & Risk Management , Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Series D Funding to Propel U.S. Growth and AI Innovation in Cybersecurity Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • March 12, 2025 Amitai Ratzon, CEO of Pentera (Image: Pentera) Pentera, a security validation company founded…
Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communication plays a pivotal role in modern digital infrastructure, enabling machines to interact without human input. This automated process facilitates the unmediated exchange of data between devices, driving operational efficiency across various sectors. As M2M technologies advance, enhancements in security will be essential to ensure the reliability of…
As cyberattacks become increasingly prevalent, organizations globally must enhance their security measures. Concurrently, governments are intensifying regulations aimed at addressing these evolving threats. This shift positions compliance not merely as a procedural task but as a vital strategic initiative. Institutions are now tasked with aligning their cybersecurity frameworks with international…
New York Attorney General Letitia James has initiated legal proceedings against Allstate’s National General unit, citing the company’s inadequate protection of consumer data and its failure to report data breaches that compromised thousands of drivers’ license numbers. This lawsuit was filed in a Manhattan state court on Monday, seeking both…
New York Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against National General and Allstate for Data Breaches In a recent development, New York Attorney General Letitia James has initiated a lawsuit against National General Insurance and its parent company, Allstate, for alleged failures in protecting consumers’ personal information. This action comes in the…
