A cyber espionage actor with links to China has been identified as the perpetrator behind a sustained attack against an undisclosed organization in East Asia, an intrusion that has reportedly spanned approximately three years. This threat actor took advantage of legacy F5 BIG-IP appliances within the target’s infrastructure, using them…
AT&T Data Breach Exposes Wireless Customer Information Recent reports indicate that American telecom giant AT&T has suffered a significant data breach, leading to the unauthorized access of sensitive information pertaining to "nearly all" of its wireless customers. This security incident also affects customers of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) that…
In a significant cybersecurity incident, dental patients across the United States may be entitled to substantial compensation, with one-time payments potentially reaching up to $6,000 due to a multi-million dollar settlement resulting from a data breach involving Great Expressions. This prominent dental care network, which operates 246 centers nationwide, faced…
Singapore’s Banking Sector Moves Away from One-Time Passwords Amid Increased Phishing Risks In a significant shift aimed at enhancing cybersecurity, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) announced that retail banks will discontinue the use of one-time passwords (OTPs) for online account authentication…
In response to a series of alarming data breaches and incidents of online fraud, notably with companies like Star Health Insurance, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is advocating for rigorous measures aimed at mitigating fraudulent activities within the insurance sector. The proposal outlines a framework designed…
HIPAA/HITECH, Standards, Regulations & Compliance How Might Election Outcome Affect HHS’s Cybersecurity Work in Healthcare? Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • October 25, 2024 Melanie Fontes Rainer, HHS OCR director, speaking at a HIPAA summit this week (Image: Marianne Kolbasuk McGee) As the Biden administration approaches its conclusion, officials at the…
Increased Cyber Threats from Accidental Insiders Recent cybersecurity incidents have highlighted a pressing issue within organizational environments: the growing risk posed by accidental insiders. These individuals, who include long-term employees, contractors, and temporary workers, contribute to security vulnerabilities often without malicious intent. Their unknowing actions can create pathways for external…
Understanding the Rising Cost of Cybersecurity Risks: Training Opportunities for Business Owners Recent findings from a Security Intelligence report reveal that data breaches can have a devastating average cost of $3.92 million per incident, underscoring the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures in today’s digital landscape. As the sophistication and…
The frequency and severity of cyberattacks directed at businesses and government entities are escalating. In response, state legislatures across the United States are urgently working to implement stricter cybersecurity regulations. Currently, 19 states have enacted or passed comprehensive consumer privacy laws. For cybersecurity professionals, this rapidly evolving landscape presents compliance…
