Massive Security Breach at Disqus Exposes Millions of User Accounts In another alarming incident in the realm of cybersecurity, the widely-used commenting platform Disqus has revealed a significant data breach that occurred five years ago. The breach, which took place in July 2012, affects over 17.5 million user accounts, with…
LastPass to Pay Up to $24 Million Following Data Breach Settlement LastPass, a well-known password management service, has reached a settlement agreement valued at up to $24 million in response to a lawsuit arising from a significant data breach. The settlement entails a direct payout of $8.2 million to address…
South Korea Cyber Breaches Illuminate Regional Identity and IoT Security Challenges Recent security breaches in South Korea have raised alarming questions about the resilience of the region’s digital infrastructure and the broader implications for identity and IoT security. This development has heightened awareness among businesses regarding existing vulnerabilities and the…
Recent investigations by mobile security experts have unveiled extensive vulnerabilities within Firebase databases used by numerous iOS and Android applications. These deficiencies have exposed over 100 million data records, including unencrypted passwords, user identifiers, geographical data, and in certain instances, sensitive financial information related to banking and cryptocurrency transactions. As…
Data Breach at Vitas Hospice Affects Over 300,000 Individuals In a significant cybersecurity incident, Vitas Hospice has reported a data breach impacting more than 300,000 individuals. This breach highlights the vulnerabilities inherent in healthcare organizations and the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures. The breach, which was made public through…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, CISO Trainings, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Enterprises Are Reimagining Organizational Roles, Risk Management, and Skillsets in the AI Race Jennifer Lawinski • December 5, 2025 Organizations are reassessing how CIO and CISO leadership should function in response to regulatory pressures and AI innovation. (Image:…
CIOs and CISOs must maintain a keen awareness of their organizations’ security landscapes. However, balancing the influx of daily updates with the need for a clear overview continues to challenge many executives. As cyber threats can arise at any moment, including off-hours and weekends, consistent vigilance is imperative. The reliance…
Digital Fraud at Industrial Scale: 2025 Wasn’t Optimal In a stark reminder of the evolving threat landscape, recent reports highlight the alarming rise of digital fraud incidents characterized by methods previously thought to belong only to the most sophisticated cybercriminals. The scale of these operations has intensified, posing significant risks…
Data Breach at OnePlus Exposes Customer Information OnePlus, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer, has reported a significant data breach that compromised personal and order details of an unspecified number of its customers. The breach is believed to have resulted from a vulnerability in its online store, which has raised alarms among…
