Central Tickets Suffers Major Data Breach, Exposing User Information In July 2024, Central Tickets, a London-based platform specializing in discounted theatre tickets, encountered a significant data breach that compromised a broad spectrum of personal information for its users. The breach began on July 1, but Central Tickets remained unaware of…
As the browser becomes the dominant workspace in enterprises, it is increasingly exploited by cybercriminals as a key attack vector. Various threats ranging from account takeovers and phishing attacks to malicious browser extensions highlight the browser’s role in compromising sensitive data and breaching organizational systems. Security professionals tasked with developing…
Cloudflare recently published a study focusing on cybersecurity within the Asia Pacific region, revealing a pressing concern among cybersecurity leaders regarding the role of artificial intelligence in exacerbating data breaches. The report, titled “Navigating the New Security Landscape: Asia Pacific Cybersecurity Readiness Survey,” highlights the challenges organizations face in countering…
Rising Costs of Data Breaches in ASEAN Highlight Cybersecurity Challenges A recent study has revealed that the average expense associated with a data breach in the ASEAN region has surged to an unprecedented S$4.34 million (approximately US$3.33 million) in 2024. This figure marks a 7% increase from the previous year…
Ongoing Phishing Threat Targets iPhone Users in the UK Recent phishing campaigns have raised alarms for iPhone users across the United Kingdom, prompting authorities to issue warnings regarding potential scams that aim to steal personal information. Victims of these attacks are lured into clicking deceptive links that falsely promise to…
In a concerning development for cybersecurity in the Netherlands, a 19-year-old resident of Amersfoort has been apprehended for his involvement in phishing activities for the fourth time. This continued behavior indicates a troubling pattern, underscoring the challenges many organizations face in the realm of cybersecurity. The young individual’s repeated offenses…
As the new academic year begins, educational institutions are grappling with an alarming surge in ransomware attacks that threaten their operational integrity. A recent report from Sophos highlights the intensifying strain on IT infrastructure across universities, colleges, and schools of all sizes. The report emphasizes that institutions are facing escalating…
The FBI and CISA Release Advisory Addressing New Ransomware Threats The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have issued a joint advisory aimed at mitigating the rising threat of ransomware attacks, as part of their ongoing #StopRansomware initiative. Released on August 29, 2023, the advisory, identified as…
