Qantas has confirmed a significant data breach, attributed to unauthorized access through a third-party contact center platform, impacting millions of its frequent flyers as the airline industry approaches its peak travel season. The breach was detected on July 1, 2025, when Qantas’ cybersecurity team identified unusual activity on systems maintained…
Qantas Airways has reported a major cyber-attack which may have compromised the personal information of approximately six million customers. The attack targeted a third-party service utilized by Qantas’s contact center; however, the airline has stated that the affected system has now been contained and broader network security has been reinforced.…
Recent Investigative Findings on ICE Detention Centers: A Troubling Overview This week, WIRED unveiled a persuasive investigation into the alarming state of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facilities. The report, backed by numerous audio recordings and records of emergency calls, exposes a multitude of life-threatening incidents inside these…
Cybercrime, Data Breach Notification, Data Security Experts Suspect Scattered Spider Is Behind Recent Attacks on Insurers Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • June 20, 2025 Image: Aflac Aflac, the largest provider of supplemental health insurance in the U.S., has reported that it is the latest victim of a coordinated cyber campaign…
In a recent advisory from Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, a hacker organization notorious for its aggressive cyber attacks on major retail entities is now expanding its focus to the insurance industry. This group, termed Scattered Spider, has been implicated in a string of cyber incidents that have disrupted services for…
Identity security remains a critically underfunded aspect of cybersecurity within the healthcare sector, despite the variety of cyber resources available to organizations of all sizes. Hugo Lai, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of Temple University Health System, emphasized this concern in a recent interview. He noted that while attackers still…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Social Engineering Hackers Masquerading as IT Support Target Organizations Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • June 5, 2025 A sophisticated hacking tool. (Image: Shutterstock) Recent reports indicate that a hacking collective associated with attacks on British retailers is now targeting cloud service providers through voice phishing scams aimed…
Victoria’s Secret has experienced a significant disruption to its online and in-store operations following a security incident. Customers are advised to stay informed about the company’s efforts to resume normal services. Victoria’s Secret temporarily suspended its U.S. website alongside certain in-store activities for three days due to an undisclosed security…
Lumma Infostealer: A Growing Threat in Cybercrime Recent insights from cybersecurity experts indicate that a diverse range of cybercriminals are utilizing the Lumma infostealer, an increasingly popular tool linked to various cyber threats including credit card fraud, cryptocurrency theft, and initial access sales. This information, highlighted by cybersecurity professional Kivilevich,…
