Security Breach Exposes Sensitive Data at UnitedHealth Group and Highlights AI Vulnerabilities In what is now considered the largest medical data breach in U.S. history, UnitedHealth Group disclosed a ransomware attack on its subsidiary, Change Healthcare. The incident, which occurred in February 2024, compromised the personal and health information of…
Phishing attacks targeting insecure communication channels have become increasingly prevalent, allowing cybercriminals to deceive victims into unwittingly divulging sensitive information. A particularly worrying evolution in this strategy is the emergence of “Mishing,” where attackers specifically exploit mobile devices through phishing links disseminated via SMS or popular messaging platforms like WhatsApp,…
Insights from Identity Theft Resource Center’s Lee on Lessons from 2024’s Major Cyber Breaches Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • January 29, 2025 James E. Lee, President, Identity Theft Resource Center In 2024, the cybersecurity landscape witnessed an unprecedented surge in data breaches, with a staggering 1.7 billion notices dispatched to victims—a…
MGM Resorts has received preliminary approval from a federal court for a $45 million settlement concerning a series of significant data breaches that affected the personal information of millions of guests. This ruling follows an extensive legal battle over the security incident that came to light in 2020, when the…
The Turkish government is currently advancing a contentious cybersecurity bill that may criminalize the reporting of data breaches. This proposed legislation introduces various penalties for cybersecurity offenses, but raises significant alarm with one specific provision: individuals who create the perception of a data breach—regardless of its truth—could face imprisonment ranging…
Data Breaches Surge Amid Evolving Cyber Threats The frequency of data breaches is climbing as new forms of cyberattacks emerge, according to experts in the field. Dr. Peter Madnick from MIT highlights three predominant threats currently challenging enterprises: vulnerabilities associated with cloud storage, the rise of sophisticated ransomware, and vendor…
Data breaches are increasingly prevalent as novel forms of cyberattacks surface. According to Madnick from MIT, three primary threats are at the forefront: vulnerabilities in cloud environments, sophisticated ransomware, and the exploitation of vendors. Vulnerabilities in the Cloud. With approximately 60% of corporate data residing in cloud systems, companies often…
Cell C Cybersecurity Incident Raises Concerns Over Data Breaches in South Africa Cell C, a prominent mobile operator in South Africa, has become the latest victim of a cybersecurity incident that has compromised certain aspects of its IT infrastructure. The company has confirmed that an unauthorized party may have accessed…
Cyber Threat Landscape: Staying Ahead of Evolving Risks In an era where cyber threats are in a constant state of evolution, continuous awareness and knowledge are indispensable. Breachspot.com is dedicated to keeping business owners informed about the latest developments in the cybersecurity landscape, focusing particularly on data breaches, ransomware incidents,…
