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Funding/M&A Cybersecurity M&A Roundup: 23 Deals Announced in June 2023 Introduction In June 2023, the cybersecurity industry saw a flurry of merger and acquisition (M&A) activity, with a total of 23 deals announced. This continues the trend of consolidation and expansion in the cybersecurity sector, where companies are strategically acquiring technology and expertise to strengthen…
Data Breaches: Ransomware Criminals Are Dumping Kids’ Private Files Online After School Hacks The Growing Threat to Schools In recent years, schools have become increasingly targeted by ransomware gangs, resulting in the theft of confidential documents that are subsequently dumped online. These documents often contain sensitive and graphic information about students, including details of sexual…
Data Breaches: A Preemptive Approach The Growing Threat of Data Breaches In recent years, data breaches have become an all-too-common occurrence, with both individuals and organizations falling victim to the consequences of sensitive data leakage. Reports of large-scale breaches involving millions of user records have dominated headlines, leading to a growing concern for online privacy…
Social Media Privacy Concerns Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, allowing us to connect with friends, share our thoughts, and stay up to date with current events. However, with the increasing reach and influence of social media platforms, concerns about privacy and data protection have come to the forefront. Data…
Data Protection: EU Court Deals Blow to Meta in German Data Case Introduction The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, in a landmark case concerning the collection and use of personal data in Europe. The ruling, which came in response to a challenge by…
Ransomware Criminals Dumping Kids’ Private Files Online after School Hacks The Disturbing Reality of Ransomware Attacks on Schools The recent surge in ransomware attacks on schools has created a distressing situation where confidential documents, including accounts of student sexual assaults, psychiatric hospitalizations, abusive parents, truancy, and even suicide attempts, are being stolen and dumped online…
Ghostscript Bug Could Allow Rogue Documents to Run System Commands Ghostscript, a widely-used document composition system and PDF file format implementation, has recently been discovered to have a bug that could potentially allow rogue documents to run system commands. Ghostscript, which is often used behind the scenes in various software applications, had a vulnerability (CVE-2023-36664)…
Protecting Privacy and Data: McAfee’s Role in Preventing Data Breaches The Importance of Internet Security In an increasingly connected world, internet security and data privacy have become critical concerns for individuals and businesses alike. Cyber threats such as malware, phishing attacks, and data breaches pose significant risks to personal information, financial assets, and even national…
Report: Avoid Data Breaches Before They Happen with McAfee Introduction Data breaches have become an all too common occurrence in today’s digital landscape, where cybercriminals are continuously devising new ways to exploit vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. With businesses, governments, and individuals at risk, the need for robust cybersecurity measures is paramount….
Avoid Data Breaches Before They Happen with McAfee The Importance of Internet Security In today’s digital age, where the internet has become an integral part of our lives, ensuring the security of our data and devices is paramount. The threat of cybercrime looms large, with hackers constantly devising new methods to exploit vulnerabilities and steal…