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The Growing Threat of Data Exfiltration: Why It Poses a Bigger Risk Than Ransomware

The cybersecurity landscape has seen a notable shift in recent years, transitioning from ransomware as the primary threat to the rise of data exfiltration as a significant concern for organizations. Initially, attackers exploited vulnerabilities in various systems, reaping the rewards of cryptocurrencies while victims remained unprepared to defend against intrusions.…

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European Privacy Group Takes Legal Action Against TikTok and AliExpress for Unauthorized Data Transfers to China

The Austrian privacy advocacy organization None of Your Business (noyb) has filed formal complaints against several notable companies, including TikTok, AliExpress, SHEIN, Temu, WeChat, and Xiaomi, asserting that these firms have breached data protection regulations established by the European Union by inappropriately transferring user data to China. These complaints, lodged…

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Cybersecurity Weekly Recap: UK Hacker Arrest and BMW Data Breach

This week, significant developments in cybersecurity illustrate the evolving threat landscape. Researchers have uncovered hidden connections among ransomware groups, highlighting a shift from individual operations to a more collaborative underground marketplace. Prominent cyber incidents included major data breaches at financial institutions and luxury brands, underscoring the risks posed by insider…

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Potential Catastrophe Averted: Microsoft’s Entra ID Vulnerabilities Uncovered

Significant Vulnerability Exposes Microsoft Identity Systems to Potential Exploitation A critical vulnerability recently uncovered within Microsoft’s identity management framework poses a serious risk, allowing for potential complete compromise of customers’ tenants. Michael Bargury, the Chief Technology Officer of Zenity, a security company, highlighted that although Microsoft has implemented various security…

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Exposed: DeepSeek AI Database Leaks Over 1 Million Log Entries and Confidential Keys

A recent incident involving the prominent Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek has revealed significant security vulnerabilities that potentially exposed sensitive information to unauthorized access. The startup, which has seen a surge in popularity, inadvertently left one of its databases unsecured on the internet, raising concerns about data protection. According to…

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Conti Group Members Launch Financially Driven Attacks on Ukraine

Recent investigations have uncovered the involvement of former Conti cybercrime group members in multiple campaigns targeting Ukraine from April through August 2022. According to Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG), these cyber operations reflect a strategic continuation of prior attacks against the Eastern European nation amidst the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian conflict. The…

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FBI Defends Against Criticism Regarding Cybersecurity Budget Cuts and Job Vacancies

FBI Director Reports ‘Highly Qualified’ Replacements for Cyber Leadership Amid Departures Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • September 19, 2025 J. Edgar Hoover Building, FBI headquarters, Washington, D.C. (Image: Shutterstock) FBI Director Kash Patel defended the bureau’s capacity to tackle cybercrime despite a wave of departures among senior cyber officials. During a…

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