Tag: data
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Data deletion enters the ransomware chat
Ransomware remains one of the biggest cyber threats to companies today. In a survey by security provider Cohesity, 83% of respondents said they were affected by a ransomware attack in the first half of 2024. According to security experts, there is no relief in sight for 2025 either.But according to security provider G Data, an unsettling…
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Teenagers leading new wave of cybercrime
Global data breaches show no signs of slowing down as this year has already exceeded 2023 in the number of data breaches and consumers impacted, according to Experian. Younger … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/12/06/ai-cyber-incidents/
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Phishing, Fraud, and Stolen Data: Europol Takes Down Cybercrime Network
Europol has announced the successful dismantling of a sophisticated network responsible for facilitating large-scale online fraud. This operation, led by German authorities with support from law enforcement agencies across Europe,... First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/phishing-fraud-and-stolen-data-europol-takes-down-cybercrime-network/
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10 Tips to Enhance Data Center Sustainability with DCIM Software
consumption and carbon emissions. Sustainability is now a critical priority for organizations striving to balance operational efficiency with environmental responsibility. Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) software provides advanced tools to optimize operations, reduce waste, and cut environmental impact. Here are ten expert strategies to make your data center operations more sustainable using DCIM software. First…
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How to Implement Least Privilege to Protect Your Data
Why is the Concept of Least Privilege Vital in Data Protection? Considering the escalating cybersecurity threats in our digital world, the question of how to implement least privilege to protect your data is becoming essentially crucial. With the rise of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and the complexities associated with their management, a strategy that secures both……
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Veeam Closes $2B Offering to Boost Data Resilience, Eyes IPO
CEO Anand Eswaran Talks Investors, Innovation and Data Resilience Leadership. CEO Anand Eswaran explains how Veeam’s $2 billion secondary offering strengthens its financial position as the data resilience vendor prepares for an initial public offering. He discusses the company’s commitment to innovation and strategic pacts with Splunk, CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks. First seen on…
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Breach Roundup: Vodka Maker Bankrupt After Cyberattack
Also: Trinity Didn’t Really Hack the Spanish Tax Agency, Law Firm KYL Reports Breach. This week, a vodka maker in bankruptcy cited its ransomware attack, no ransomware at the Spanish tax agency and cable cuttings in Finland. Data stolen from Japanese shoppers, Chemonics International and law firm KYL. A sweep of Asian cybercrime, trends in…
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Cisco and Rittal Asset Discovery Enhancement
Product Update: Version 4.7 Our latest software release delivers a major upgrade for Cisco and Rittal asset discovery. Enjoy improved detection and tracking of power data in Cisco switches and enhanced environmental sensor recognition in the Rittal CMC III system. Plus, the new version of our Hyperview Asset Tool (hvat) is now … First seen…
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Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Advent Calendar Advent Calendar’
Tags: datavia the comic humor & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: https://securityboulevard.com/2024/12/randall-munroes-xkcd-advent-calendar-advent-calendar/
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Major USAID contractor Chemonics says 263,000 affected by 2023 data breach
First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/chemonics-data-breach-usaid-contractor
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Data brokers face FTC ban for sensitive location data collection, sales
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/data-brokers-face-ftc-ban-for-sensitive-location-data-collection-sales
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Deloitte Hacked Brain Cipher Group Claim to Have Stolen 1 TB of Data
Brain Cipher has claimed to have breached Deloitte UK and exfiltrated over 1 terabyte of sensitive data. Emerging in June 2024, Brain Cipher has quickly established a reputation for its aggressive cyberattacks, with a notable incident involving According to statements released by Brain Cipher, they have exploited critical weaknesses within Deloitte UK’s cybersecurity infrastructure. The…
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Video: Protect Your Identity After the NPD Data Breach
A recent data breach at National Public Data (NPD), including the theft of Social Security numbers, shows the need to protect your identity and prevent fraud. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/video/protect-your-identity-after-npd-data-breach/
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Texas accuses four companies of sharing sensitive user data without proper notice and consent
Tags: dataFirst seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/texas-attorney-general-data-privacy-notices-siriusxm-apps-companies
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Telecom Giant BT Group Hit by Black Basta Ransomware
BT Group, a major telecommunications firm, has been hit by a ransomware attack from the Black Basta group. The attack targeted the company’s Conferencing division, leading to server shutdowns and potential data theft. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/telecom-giant-bt-group-black-basta-ransomware-attack/
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I-O Data Confirms Zero-Day Attacks on Routers, Full Patches Pending
Japanese device maker confirms zero-day router exploitation and warn that full patches won’t be available for a few weeks. The post I-O Data Confirms Zero-Day Attacks on Routers, Full Patches Pending appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/i-o-data-confirms-zero-day-attacks-on-routers-full-patches-pending/
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Latrodectus malware and how to defend against it with Wazuh
Latrodectus is a versatile malware family that infiltrate systems, steal sensitive data, and evades detection. Learn more from Wazuh about Latrodectus malware and how to defend against it using the open-source XDR. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/latrodectus-malware-and-how-to-defend-against-it-with-wazuh/
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Mitel MiCollab zero-day and PoC exploit unveiled
A zero-day vulnerability in the Mitel MiCollab enterprise collaboration suite can be exploited to read files containing sensitive data, watchTowr researcher Sonny Macdonald … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/12/05/mitel-micollab-zero-day-and-poc-exploit-unveiled/
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EU demands TikTok ‘freeze and preserve data’ over alleged Russian interference in Romanian elections
First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/romania-elections-eu-tiktok-freeze-data-russia-interference
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What is PHI? (Protected Health Information)
Protected Health Information (PHI) is a critical aspect of healthcare, encompassing any data that can identify an individual and is used in the context of medical care. Examples of PHI include personal identifiers (name, address, Social Security number), medical records, health insurance information, and even communications containing health details. The post What is PHI? (Protected…
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G20 Leaders Fear Economic Risks Over Cyber Threats
World Economic Forum data shows G20 executives are more concerned about economic risks that cyber-threats First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/g20-leaders-fear-economic-cyber/
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US may plan legislation to contain Chinese cyber espionage
US senators were briefed behind closed doors this week on the scale of “Salt Typhoon,” an alleged Chinese cyber-espionage campaign targeting the nation’s telecommunications networks.The FBI, CISA, and other key agencies, who were part of the briefing, revealed that the sophisticated operation compromised at least eight US telecom firms, stealing metadata and call intercepts, including…
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Chemonics International Data Breach Impacts 260,000 Individuals
Development firm Chemonics International has disclosed a year-old data breach impacting over 260,000 people. The post Chemonics International Data Breach Impacts 260,000 Individuals appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/chemonics-international-data-breach-impacts-260000-individuals/
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BT Group confirms attackers tried to break into Conferencing division
Sensitive data allegedly stolen from US subsidiary following Black Basta post First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2024/12/05/bt_group_confirms_attempted_attack/
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BT Investigating Hack After Ransomware Group Claims Theft of Sensitive Data
UK telecoms company BT has launched an investigation after the Black Basta ransomware group claimed the theft of 500 Gb of data. The post BT Investigating Hack After Ransomware Group Claims Theft of Sensitive Data appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/bt-investigating-hack-after-ransomware-group-claims-theft-of-sensitive-data/