In a recent investigation, cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovered a significant data breach involving a vast repository of unsecured records belonging to the Gladney Center for Adoption. This dataset, left unprotected and accessible online without any form of authentication or encryption, poses serious implications for the sensitive information contained within.…
85% of Employees Recirculate Compromised Passwords as Cybersecurity Threats Rise in EU Institutions In a pressing update from 2025, the European Commission has rolled out new initiatives designed to boost cyber resilience and enacted legislation aimed at enhancing cybersecurity across the European Union (EU). Nevertheless, significant apprehensions persist regarding the…
Application Security , Governance & Risk Management , Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Agency Partners with Industry Experts for Enhanced Vulnerability Research Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • July 16, 2025 The U.K. National Cyber Security Centre is seeking to expand vulnerability detection and mitigation efforts through collaboration with industry experts. (Image:…
Salt Typhoon Breach: Chinese APT Compromises U.S. Army National Guard Network Pierluigi Paganini July 16, 2025 China-linked APT Salt Typhoon Breaches U.S. Army National Guard Network A recent Department of Defense (DoD) report reveals that the China-associated hacking group known as Salt Typhoon has successfully infiltrated a U.S. Army National…
Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Government Government Warns of Rising Cyber Threats Amid Geopolitical Tensions by 2030 Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • July 15, 2025 Spiking Russian cyberattacks against France are linked to its support for Ukraine and the Paris Olympics. (Image: Shutterstock) Recent assessments by the French…
KT to Invest Over $724 Million in Cybersecurity Following SK Telecom Data Breach In response to heightened consumer concerns following a substantial data breach at SK Telecom, South Korean telecommunications leader KT has announced a commitment to invest more than 1 trillion won (approximately $724 million) over the next five…
Cryptocurrency Fraud, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Leadership & Executive Communication The Environmental Toll of Cybersecurity Measures in the Cryptocurrency Landscape Maryam Shoraka • July 8, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The cybersecurity landscape faces a troubling dilemma as organizations increasingly fortify their digital assets against sophisticated threats while inadvertently escalating environmental liabilities.…
Government, Industry Specific, Leadership & Executive Communication Proposed Settlement May Resolve Landmark SEC Case Over Cybersecurity Misstatements Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • July 7, 2025 The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and SolarWinds have reached an agreement to settle a significant lawsuit concerning allegations of cyberfraud. This development follows changes…
The ever-changing digital environment is teeming with sophisticated cyber threats, necessitating vigilance and up-to-date knowledge. Our weekly newsletter acts as an essential resource, combining critical cybersecurity updates, expert insights, and practical strategies to empower business leaders in fortifying their defenses against emerging risks. This week’s dispatch features a comprehensive examination…
