A recent study conducted by NetDocuments has revealed alarming statistics regarding data breaches in the UK’s legal sector, with a staggering approximately 8 million personal records compromised. This report highlights a growing vulnerability in an industry that handles sensitive client information on a daily basis. Data from the Information Commissioner’s…
Cyber Attacks Strike Healthcare Sector in Multiple States Recent cyber incidents have targeted healthcare organizations across the United States, compromising sensitive data for over 1.2 million patients. Notable victims include a California hospital system, an Alabama cardiology practice, and a community health network in Colorado. These breaches highlight the escalating…
Data Governance, Data Privacy, Data Security Isn’t All Health Data Sensitive? Yes, But Safeguarding Some of It Is Even Trickier Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • February 3, 2025 All health information is sensitive. But what constitutes extra-sensitive health data, and why is its protection so complicated? (Image: Getty Images) While…
Major Security Breach at DeepSeek Exposes Sensitive Data In a significant cybersecurity incident, Chinese artificial intelligence firm DeepSeek experienced a major data breach that led to the exposure of over a million sensitive records. This included chat logs, API keys, and internal operational information. The breach, uncovered by cybersecurity researchers…
Data Privacy, Data Security Implications of the EU-US Data Privacy Framework Due to PCLOB Disbandment Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • January 24, 2025 Data flows between the U.S. and Europe face new risks. (Image: Shutterstock) The recent actions taken by the Trump administration to dismantle a crucial oversight framework, specifically the…
$2,500 Available in 2025 Cash App Class Action Settlement Recent reports have emerged regarding the 2025 Cash App Class Action Settlement, which has the potential to reimburse eligible individuals up to $2,500. This settlement arises from a significant data breach that exposed users’ personal and financial information, leaving many vulnerable…
In a significant regulatory move, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order mandating Marriott International and its subsidiary Starwood Hotels to overhaul their data security protocols. This decision comes in response to multiple substantial data breaches that have compromised sensitive customer information, including passports and payment card details.…
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced on Friday that it has finalized an order mandating Marriott International and its subsidiary, Starwood Hotels, to enhance their digital security protocols. This development follows allegations against the companies for insufficient security practices that led to three major data breaches occurring in 2015, 2018,…
The increasing frequency of data breaches, coupled with the growing sophistication of cybercriminal tactics, has prompted numerous U.S. states to implement their own security regulations. This trend adds to the complex landscape of privacy legislation aimed at protecting personal information. Currently, nineteen states have enacted comprehensive privacy laws, including Florida’s…
