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New York State Imposes $2 Million Fine on PayPal for 2022 Customer Account Breach

PayPal Fined $2 Million by New York for Cybersecurity Failures Following Data Breach In a significant enforcement action, the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has imposed a $2 million fine on PayPal over cybersecurity deficiencies that led to a data breach exposing sensitive customer information. The breach…

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USD 253 Emporia Confirms No Passwords Compromised After PowerSchool Data Breach

Emporia, KS – USD 253 Emporia Public Schools Addresses PowerSchool Data Breach In the wake of a recent data breach involving PowerSchool, USD 253 Emporia Public Schools has been proactive in reviewing its security measures. This response follows the discovery of vulnerabilities that raised significant concerns regarding the safety of…

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Microsoft, Ping, and Okta Lead the Way in Access Management: Gartner Magic Quadrant Insights

Access Management Market Experiences Robust Growth Despite Challenges in Password Security Recent insights from Gartner have highlighted significant trends in the access management landscape, revealing a notable expansion driven by the increasing demand for enhanced customer identity solutions. The access management sector saw a remarkable 17.6% growth, reaching a market…

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The Poorly Managed Data Breaches of 2024

Analysis of Recent Data Breaches: A Retrospective on High-Profile Cyber Incidents In the past year, several prominent companies have found themselves embroiled in high-profile data breaches that have raised significant concerns about cybersecurity protocols and corporate responsibility. This report examines key incidents, the vulnerabilities exploited, and the potential lessons for…

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The Most Significant Data Breaches of 2024: Lessons Corporations Overlook

The Breach Chronicles of 2024: An Analysis of Unlearned Lessons In 2024, the inadequacies of digital security were laid bare as numerous high-profile breaches unfolded across various sectors. Despite years of experience with cybersecurity incidents and an increased awareness of potential threats, organizations repeatedly faltered, leaving millions at risk. This…

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FTC Directive Requires Marriott and Starwood to Enforce Enhanced Data Security Measures

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that Marriott International and its subsidiary, Starwood Hotels, develop and enforce a comprehensive data security program due to a series of significant failures that resulted in massive data breaches. This action comes after Marriott’s acquisition of Starwood in 2016, which was marred by…

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Rhode Island Health System Ransomware Attack Compromises Data of Hundreds of Thousands

Rhode Island is currently facing the repercussions of a major ransomware attack that has jeopardized the personal information of countless residents enrolled in state health and social services programs. Officials confirmed the breach of the RIBridges system, which serves as the primary platform for essential benefits like Medicaid and SNAP.…

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