Recent analyses indicate a troubling rise in cyber intrusions, fueled by the proliferation of criminal tools and insufficient defenses. A recent episode of The Indicator from Planet Money delves into how data breaches are accelerating, the decreasing costs of entry for attackers, and the implications this holds for patients, consumers,…
A significant amount of private business and personal records has been left vulnerable online after a sensitive database associated with the invoicing and billing platform Invoicely was found unprotected by password or encryption. The exposure of this information raises serious concerns about data security and privacy. The database was initially…
Discord, the widely-used voice and text communication platform with over 200 million monthly users, has acknowledged a serious data breach affecting a large subset of individuals who submitted government IDs for age verification. In an official statement on October 3, 2025, the company confirmed the incident, which was detailed by…
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – Recent federal data reveals a significant rise in fraudulent activities impacting businesses, which collectively lose billions annually to scams. Such financial losses often reverberate through the marketplace, ultimately affecting consumers with increased prices. While many associate scams primarily with individual consumers, businesses are increasingly falling victim…
NEWTOWN, Pa., Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a prominent national class action law firm, has initiated an investigation into data privacy violations linked to a breach at Motility Software Solutions, Inc. (“Motility”). The company first detected the security incident around August 19, 2025. Interested parties are encouraged…
WestJet, a prominent Canadian airline headquartered in Calgary, has confirmed a cybersecurity breach that compromised the personal information of several passengers. The incident came to light on June 13, 2025, prompting the airline to release an initial advisory shortly thereafter. The breach was identified when WestJet noticed unusual activity within…
A substantial cache of data belonging to ClaimPix, an Illinois-based auto insurance claims management platform, has recently been identified as being publicly exposed online without any security measures. Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovered a database comprising over 5.1 million files—equating to a staggering 10.7 terabytes—completely unprotected by passwords and devoid…
In the ever-evolving landscape of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, a recent significant security breach has highlighted vulnerabilities associated with third-party data management. Digital Charging Solutions GmbH (DCS), a major provider of EV charging services, confirmed that unauthorized access by a third-party service provider led to this incident. The compromise involved…
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., September 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a law firm located in the Philadelphia suburbs, is currently conducting an investigation into potential data privacy violations stemming from a recent breach at Retina Florida MSO, LLC, operating as Retina Group of Florida. This incident was identified…
