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…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Geo Focus: The United Kingdom, Geo-Specific Lawmakers Address Escalating Risks of Espionage and Cyber Disruption Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • March 10, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The British government has expressed significant concern regarding the rising threats of cyber espionage and disruptive attacks attributed to Chinese and Russian actors.…
Data Privacy Investigation Launched Following Breach at Boart Longyear Group Newtown, Pa., March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national law firm specializing in class action cases, is actively investigating a potential data privacy breach involving Boart Longyear Group, Ltd. The global mineral exploration company identified unusual activities…
AI Tools in Healthcare: A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity Challenges In a recent discussion on the evolving role of technology in healthcare cybersecurity, Chris Tyberg, CISO of Abbott, highlighted the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) tools as a response to persistent resource shortages in the sector. During an interview at…
In a recent discussion, Keith Fricke, a partner and principal consultant at tw-Security, highlighted ongoing vulnerabilities posed by legacy applications and medical devices within healthcare IT environments. Despite their susceptibility to cybersecurity risks, many organizations remain largely unaware of the extent of these outdated systems in their operational framework. Fricke…
The Impact of AI on Digital Payments Security: Five Approaches for Financial Institutions AI technology is fundamentally reshaping the landscape of digital payments, driving innovations in fraud detection, money movement, and overall security. However, this same technology is also being misused by cybercriminals who are deploying techniques such as deepfake…
Tech Industry Transitions: Navigating the Future of Cybersecurity In a rapidly evolving landscape, the technological transformations of the 2020s have marked a significant departure from traditional practices in cybersecurity. As we approach the midpoint of the decade, it becomes evident that the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic has not only…
Cybersecurity Support for Rural Healthcare Remains Critical Amid Ongoing Threats Rural hospitals and smaller healthcare providers continue to face significant cybersecurity challenges, highlighting the ongoing risk of ransomware attacks amidst limited resources. Despite their financial constraints, these medical facilities attract cybercriminals, which can lead to severe operational disruptions and affect…
