Navigating Data Protection Compliance: A Guide for Charities In a landscape where data protection compliance is more critical than ever, many charitable organizations report feeling daunted by the complexities involved. With the increasing prevalence of cyber threats and data breaches, it is vital for charities to establish a robust framework…
Cybersecurity incidents reported to the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) have surged dramatically over the past four years, with reports quadrupling from 2019 to 2023. In a statement presented by Jitin Prasad, India’s Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, in the Rajya Sabha, it was highlighted that…
Data Breaches on the Rise: A Focus on Cloud Vulnerabilities According to the recently released 2024 IBM Cost of the Data Breach Report, a significant shift in the landscape of data breaches has been identified, with 40 percent of incidents occurring between March 2023 and February 2024 involving data stored…
LockBit Ransomware Breach Exposes Sensitive Data of 21,000 Equinox Customers Equinox, a major healthcare service provider headquartered in New York, has reported a significant cyber incident impacting approximately 21,000 customers and employees. The breach has led to the exposure of highly sensitive personal data, including health records, financial information, Social…
Industry Experts Call for Clarity on Digital Personal Data Protection Act Rules The implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act in India has left many industry stakeholders seeking clarity, particularly regarding user consent procedures for personal data processing and specific regulations on children’s data. Experts have highlighted the…
A growing concern in the digital landscape, data breaches have become a common threat, impacting organizations and individuals alike. Many have received notifications indicating that their personal information has been compromised, a grim reminder of the vulnerabilities present in our connected systems. Sophisticated cybercriminals are adept at exploiting these vulnerabilities…
X’s Update on Block Feature Raises Data Privacy Concerns Under DPDP Act In a significant update that has captured the attention of privacy advocates and cybersecurity experts alike, social media giant X (formerly Twitter) has modified its block feature, enabling users who have been blocked to view public posts of…
Two Georgia Companies Sued Over Data Breaches On November 12, 2024, two companies based in Georgia were hit with a federal lawsuit, accused of inadequately protecting the personally identifiable information of thousands of individuals during a series of data breaches that occurred earlier this year. This lawsuit underscores the increasing…
Cash App Faces Class Action Lawsuit Following Data Breaches Affecting Users Over the past few years, Cash App has been embroiled in significant data breaches that have raised serious concerns about the security of user information. In one instance, a former employee reportedly downloaded sensitive user transaction reports. In another…
