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Satellites Exposing Global Secrets: Intercepted Calls, Texts, and Sensitive Military and Corporate Information

Recent findings indicate that individuals around the globe could replicate a sensitive data collection operation, utilizing readily available satellite hardware. Researchers conducted an experiment employing standard satellite technology: a $185 satellite dish, a $140 roof mount, a $195 motor, and a $230 tuner card, all totaling under $800. This highlights…

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FBI Disrupts BlackCat Ransomware Operation, Launches Free Decryption Tool

The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has formally declared the disruption of the BlackCat ransomware operation, providing a decryption tool for over 500 victims affected by the malware. This intervention is seen as a significant step in combating ransomware threats that have plagued businesses across the globe. According to court…

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Australia Imposes First-Ever Fine Under Privacy Act for Laboratory Breach

Data Breach Notification, Data Privacy, Data Security Australian Clinical Labs Fined $5.8 Million for 2022 Data Theft Incident Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • October 9, 2025 An Australian court has mandated a $5.8 million penalty against Australian Clinical Labs for deficiencies in data management during a data theft incident in…

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Cloud Security for Lending Platforms: Misconfigurations Exposing PII

Surge in Cloud Adoption Alongside Data Exposure Concerns Recent developments indicate a significant uptick in both cloud adoption and the associated risk of data exposures. A comprehensive report on cloud security reveals that a staggering 95% of organizations have encountered cloud-related security breaches within an 18-month span. Alarmingly, 92% of…

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Customer Names and Emails Compromised

In a troubling development for the automotive sector, Stellantis NV, the global company behind well-known brands such as Jeep, Chrysler, and Fiat, has reported a data breach that has exposed customer information via a third-party service provider. The breach impacted the company’s North American customer service operations, revealing personal data…

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Dior Facing Legal Action in China Over Unauthorized Foreign Data Transfers

In May 2023, French luxury fashion house Dior faced a significant data breach, prompting scrutiny from regulatory authorities. This incident led to Dior’s Shanghai subsidiary being the first foreign entity prosecuted under China’s Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), highlighting a shift in the enforcement of data privacy regulations in the…

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