As cyber threats continue to evolve in sophistication, recent analyses have revealed an alarming trend: hackers are increasingly targeting genetic data alongside more traditional forms of sensitive information. The growing prevalence of genomic testing and personal genetic databases, facilitated by companies such as 23andMe and Ancestry DNA, has opened new…
Capital One Data Breach: Unraveling the 2019 Incident and Its Consequences In 2019, Capital One experienced a significant data breach that marked one of the most serious security incidents in the history of the financial industry. The breach impacted approximately 98 million individuals, exposing extensive personal data, including names, addresses,…
In 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a cautionary notice to several leading tax preparation firms, indicating that they might face civil penalties should they misuse confidential consumer data for purposes unrelated to taxation. This warning underscored the crucial importance of safeguarding sensitive information within the tax preparation sector.…
In recent years, ransomware attacks have become a commonplace threat, with attackers breaching networks to encrypt files and subsequently demanding ransom payments for their release. As these criminal schemes have matured, hackers have adapted by not only encrypting data but also exfiltrating sensitive information. This malicious strategy employs the threat…
NEWTOWN, Pa., April 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a leading national class action law firm, is currently investigating allegations of data privacy breaches involving the United Domestic Workers of America, AFSCME Local 3930 (UDW). On or around January 17, 2025, UDW identified unauthorized activity within its IT…
AI Photo Transformation Tools: A Double-Edged Sword for Privacy and Security The surge in popularity of AI tools that convert personal photos into Studio Ghibli-style art has sparked discussions about significant privacy concerns among users. While these platforms attract widespread attention for their creative capabilities, cybersecurity experts caution that engaging…
The rapid progression of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to the emergence of deepfake technology, which is becoming a formidable threat in the realm of cybersecurity. Utilizing AI to alter images and videos, deepfakes are increasingly exploited for nefarious reasons, such as misinformation, identity fraud, and sophisticated social engineering attacks.…
Major Data Breach Involving 2.87 Billion Twitter Users Exposes Vulnerabilities A substantial data leak affecting approximately 2.87 billion users of Twitter, now rebranded as X, has emerged on Breach Forums. The information has been allegedly linked to a former employee of X, who is reported to have exfiltrated the data…
On March 20, 2025, Lafayette Federal Credit Union (LFCU) reported a data breach to the Attorney General of California, revealing that an unauthorized individual accessed an employee’s email account. This incident compromised sensitive consumer information, prompting LFCU to notify affected individuals through data breach notification letters after concluding their investigation.…
