The Federal Trade Commission, also known as the FTC, recently announced a significant settlement with the health firm Cerebral, requiring the company to pay $7,000,000 for mishandling patient information and inadvertently sharing sensitive details with advertising companies, such as Facebook.…
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The Digital Future Needs Cybersecurity Leaders
We’re sure you have heard this before: the rate of technological change is accelerating. It is unpredictable and unprecedented. As the World Economic Forum acknowledges, the fourth industrial revolution brings “developments in previously disjointed fields such as artificial intelligence and…
What to Take into Consideration When Choosing a SAST Tool for Your Business
SAST is now an indispensable resource for maximizing source code security and mitigating cyber risk. SMEs can benefit immeasurably from writing, maintaining, and implementing static application security testing. Recall that open-source or first-party code is a high-priority target for hackers.…
Understanding CAT Culture in Cybersecurity: Collaboration, Awareness, and Training
In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, organizations are increasingly recognizing the importance of fostering a robust security culture to mitigate risks and safe-guard sensitive data. One such approach gaining traction is the implementation of CAT culture, which emphasizes…
Cyber Threat from Remember Me Checkbox
When logging into various online accounts, we often encounter a “Remember Me” checkbox, allowing us to stay logged in until we close and reopen the tab. This feature streamlines the login process and enhances convenience for users. However, what happens…
Cyber Attack on Cisco Duo breaches its multifactor authentication
Cisco Duo, which was acquired by Cisco in 2018, has notified its user base about a potential breach in its database stemming from a compromise on its servers. The breach, initiated through a social engineering attack, underscores the importance of…
LockBit 3.0 ransomware customized version now used to attack Global Firms
In recent times, the landscape of cybercrime has taken a more menacing turn with the proliferation of ransomware tools. Criminals, regardless of their targets’ size, industry, or financial resources, have long utilized these tools to wreak havoc on organizations. However,…
Nexperia Ransomware attack and some details about American hackers spreading ransomware
Nexperia, a leading manufacturer of silicon-based processors, recently fell victim to a ransomware attack, potentially exposing sensitive information to cybercriminals. The Netherlands-based company, which receives official funding from China, experienced a file-encrypting malware assault on April 12, 2024, impacting its…
New Report from Match Systems Sheds Light on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CDBC)
Match Systems, a leading authority in crypto crimes investigations and crypto AML solutions provider, has published a comprehensive research report examining the potential implications of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) implementation. The report, crafted under the guidance of Match Systems…
How to Safeguard Your Data Through Security Awareness Training?
Cyber threats are not only escalating in frequency but also growing more sophisticated, highlighting the indispensable role of cybersecurity awareness for both individuals and businesses. As cybercriminals employ increasingly advanced tactics, IT security awareness training becomes a pivotal defense mechanism. …