5 Strategies to Combat Ransomware and Ensure Data Security in Microsoft 365 Source: The Hacker News As organizations increasingly rely on digital environments for their operations, the threat of ransomware continues to grow. Recent discussions highlight the need for comprehensive strategies to enhance data security, especially within Microsoft 365. Businesses…
Cybersecurity Breach Exposes Sensitive Information of Over 1.1 Million Users at Forces Penpals A significant cybersecurity incident has occurred, compromising sensitive data from more than 1.1 million records associated with Conduitor Limited’s Forces Penpals, a social networking and dating service designed for personnel in the U.S. and U.K. armed forces,…
Healthcare, Industry Specific, Legislation & Litigation Cyberattack on Health System Compromises Data of Over 235,000 Individuals Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • November 15, 2024 A New York state court has granted preliminary approval for a $1.5 million settlement related to a class-action lawsuit against One Brooklyn Health System. This legal…
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…
Cerebral Fined Over Major Privacy Violations in Telehealth Services The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken decisive action against Cerebral, a mental telehealth company, prohibiting it from utilizing or sharing personal medical data for advertising purposes. The company has also been levied a hefty fine exceeding $7 million in…
Plastic Surgery Clinic Faces $500K HIPAA Fine Following Ransomware Attack A South Dakota-based plastic surgery clinic has recently found itself at the center of a discussion around cybersecurity and regulatory compliance after paying a ransom of $53,000 to regain access to critical data locked by a ransomware attack. Dr. James…
Trend Analysis: Rise of Data Leak Detection Tools In an increasingly digital world, brands are responding to the ever-looming threat of data breaches by developing advanced data leak detection tools. These systems are designed to continuously monitor the internet for potential leaks of intellectual property belonging to companies and individuals.…
In a significant development for millions of Cash App users, the platform has proposed a settlement of US$15 million in response to two notable data security incidents. These breaches, which occurred over the past few years, raised serious concerns about the app’s ability to safeguard sensitive user information. As the…
Increased Cyber Threats from Accidental Insiders Recent cybersecurity incidents have highlighted a pressing issue within organizational environments: the growing risk posed by accidental insiders. These individuals, who include long-term employees, contractors, and temporary workers, contribute to security vulnerabilities often without malicious intent. Their unknowing actions can create pathways for external…
