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Clearinghouse Agrees to $250K Settlement Following Web Exposure Breach

Inmediata Health Group Faces $2.7 Million in Fines Following 2019 HIPAA Breach Inmediata Health Group, a healthcare clearinghouse based in Puerto Rico, is reeling from the financial repercussions of a substantial data breach that compromised the personal health information (PHI) of approximately 1.6 million patients. Following violations of the Health…

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Escalating Cyber Extortion Threats Aiming at Major Corporations in 2024

Moody’s, the renowned global financial services and credit ratings agency, has released a report shedding light on a concerning trend in cybersecurity: an escalation of hacking groups targeting large corporations for substantial ransom payments. These attackers often leverage vulnerabilities within the supply chain to maximize their financial gain. The data…

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Citrix Acquisitions Strengthen Zero-Trust Security for Hybrid Work Environments

Governance & Risk Management, Remote Workforce, Zero Trust Citrix Enhances Zero Trust Framework with Strategic Acquisitions in Developer Security Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • December 10, 2024 Citrix has expanded its zero-trust security framework through the acquisition of two European startups, deviceTrust and Strong Network. This strategic move aims to enhance…

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Unidentified Drone-Like Objects Interfering with Electronics in New Jersey: A New Cyber Threat or Something Else?

Recent sightings of large, unidentified flying objects in New Jersey, particularly in rural areas, have ignited speculation among residents and officials alike. Witnesses have reported these objects, described as being about the size of cars, causing significant disruptions to electronic devices, including GPS systems and clocks. This raises concerns about…

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Cybersecurity Highlights of 2024: The Top 10 Major Developments

Cybersecurity Landscape of 2024: A Year of Significant Breaches and Evolving Threats The cybersecurity domain has faced unprecedented challenges in 2024, marked by an array of significant data breaches and attacks that have reshaped the threat landscape. From record-breaking ransomware payouts to complex nation-state aggressions, the repercussions of these incidents…

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Emerging Cyber Threats: The Dangers of MS Office Email Attachments

The realm of cybersecurity faces a persistent challenge: the exploitation of email attachments, particularly those connected to Microsoft Office documents. Cybercriminals have strategically utilized social engineering tactics to deliver harmful payloads through email, capitalizing on the extensive use of MS Office tools in personal and professional contexts. As these attacks…

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