A new report highlights the considerable cybersecurity threat posed by third-party breaches to fintech companies. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Recent analysis from SecurityScorecard reveals that 41.8% of data breaches affecting prominent fintech organizations can be traced back to third-party vendors. This alarming statistic is part of the 2025 sector report, which…
In a distressing incident that highlights the exposed vulnerabilities within organizations, a recent leak of Twitter data disclosed personal information from approximately 2.8 billion users. This event, suspected to be an insider breach, underscores the pressing security threats associated with insider access. As companies confront significant layoffs and contractor terminations,…
Cybersecurity experts from Google have issued a warning about the Scattered Spider hacking group, which is now shifting its focus from the UK to retail sectors in the United States. Scattered Spider, a group infamous for its disruptive attacks on UK retailers, is now actively targeting US retail companies. This…
Massive Data Breach Exposes 89 Million Steam Accounts In a significant cybersecurity incident, details from approximately 89 million Steam accounts have reportedly been compromised. According to a recent analysis by cybersecurity firm Underdark, this sensitive information, which includes one-time passwords and phone numbers, is being offered for sale on the…
A significant security breach at PrepHero, a college recruiting platform, has revealed millions of unencrypted records containing sensitive personal information, including passport images of student-athletes. Recent findings exposed over three million personal records of young athletes and their coaches unprotected online. This discovery was made by Jeremiah Fowler, a cybersecurity…
Marks & Spencer Faces Cyber Attack: Customers Advised to Stay Vigilant In a recent cybersecurity incident, Marks & Spencer (M&S), a prominent UK-based retailer, confirmed that a cyber attack resulted in the unauthorized access to some of its customers’ personal data. This breach, which raised alarms among cyber security experts,…
Organizations worldwide, including those in Singapore, are increasingly falling prey to identity-centric cyberattacks. A concerning trend has emerged where SingPass accounts—key gateways to various government and private services—are reportedly available for purchase on the dark web. The evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats underscores the need for vigilance, as these identity-related…
International Anti-Ransomware Day is commemorated on May 12 each year, following Interpol’s 2022 proclamation. This day serves as a vital reminder for organizations to keep their data backups current and to implement a robust disaster recovery strategy. Such precautions are crucial for minimizing system downtime and mitigating data loss during…
Recent concerns have emerged regarding the significant volumes of personal data stored online, often unbeknownst to individuals. Many may be alarmed to discover that sensitive information, such as medical records, financial data, and private communications, is routinely archived in cloud systems by the organizations and government agencies with which they…
