In the first half of this year, Australian government agencies encountered two significant data breaches attributed to “rogue employees or insider threats.” This alarming trend coincides with a broader surge in data breaches across Australia, which have reached a three-and-a-half-year peak. These incidents raise critical concerns about the integrity and…
Breach Notification, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Healthcare Muskogee City County 911 Authority Reports Data Breach Affecting Patient Information from 2011 Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • October 9, 2024 Image: Muskogee City County Enhanced 911 Trust Authority The Muskogee City County Enhanced 911 Trust Authority in Oklahoma is in the process…
Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Over 237,000 Comcast Customers In a recent cybersecurity incident, telecom giant Comcast, along with Truist Bank and Capio & CF Medical, has found itself entangled in a significant data breach that has compromised sensitive customer information. The breach is linked to a security incident…
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…
MoneyGram Confirms Data Breach Following Cyberattack MoneyGram has acknowledged that it suffered a significant loss of sensitive customer information during a recent cyberattack targeting its systems. In an official notification letter sent to affected customers and made available on the company’s website, MoneyGram disclosed that hackers were able to infiltrate…
A recent report from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), published on October 4, 2024, indicates significant advancements in the recovery of funds linked to ransomware activities. HSI officials have successfully tracked and recovered approximately $4.3 billion in cryptocurrency payments associated with ransomware over the last three years. The Department of Homeland…
In a significant development regarding ransomware payments, insurance firms may soon be prompted to reevaluate their policies. A call for mandatory directives on the subject emerged from a White House official, signaling potential shifts in the industry. This issue was a focal point during the 4th Annual International Counter Ransomware…
In a recent statement regarding a cybersecurity incident, MoneyGram International has clarified that there is no indication linking the attack to ransomware activity. This update comes in the wake of heightened scrutiny following reports of unauthorized access to systems and potential data compromises. The target of this breach appears to…
Insurance Companies Urged to Cease Ransomware Payment Incentives In a recent statement, a senior official from the White House emphasized the urgent need for insurance companies to stop providing policies that encourage extortion payments during ransomware attacks. This call to action aligns with a growing concern among cybersecurity experts regarding…
