2025-04-24
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Category: Data Breaches

Cybersecurity Breach Forces Simpson Manufacturing to Shut Down Systemswordpress,cybersecurity,breach,SimpsonManufacturing,shutdownsystems

Cybersecurity Breach Forces Simpson Manufacturing to Shut Down Systems

Nguyen Michael08 mins

Simpson Manufacturing Takes Systems Offline Following Cyberattack Engineering and manufacturing firm Simpson Manufacturing, headquartered in Pleasanton, California, has announced that it has taken some of its IT systems offline following a cyberattack. The company, which produces building materials, including anchors, connectors, and new construction and retrofitting materials, discovered the cyberattack on October 10, 2023, and…

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Data Thieves Exploit New Certificate Abuse Tacticwordpress,cybersecurity,datatheft,certificateabuse,hacking,onlinesecurity

Data Thieves Exploit New Certificate Abuse Tactic

Reynolds Alex08 mins

New Type of Certificate Abuse Used to Spread Info-Stealing Malware Introduction In recent months, cyber attackers have been employing a new tactic known as certificate abuse to spread info-stealing malware, with a particular focus on stealing credentials and sensitive data. This campaign utilizes search engine optimization (SEO) poisoning to manipulate search results and redirect users…

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"The Rising Threat of Cybercrime: Air Europa's Breach Highlights Vulnerability of Payment Card Data"wordpress,cybercrime,AirEuropa,breach,vulnerability,paymentcarddata

“The Rising Threat of Cybercrime: Air Europa’s Breach Highlights Vulnerability of Payment Card Data”

Patel Maya06 mins

**Data Breaches: Payment Card Data Stolen in Air Europa Hack** In a recent cyber attack, Spanish airline Air Europa has announced that the payment card information of some customers may have been compromised. The company detected unauthorized access to a system storing payment card data, which resulted in the potential theft of partial credit card…

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Exploring the Need for an Offensive Stance on Password Security: Continuous Monitoring for Breached Passwordswordpress,passwordsecurity,continuousmonitoring,breachedpasswords,offensivestance

Exploring the Need for an Offensive Stance on Password Security: Continuous Monitoring for Breached Passwords

Morgan Sarah09 mins

Introduction In the digital age, where cyber threats are pervasive and data breaches are all too common, it is imperative for IT professionals to prioritize cybersecurity and compliance. Companies across sectors are under increasing pressure to protect sensitive information, maintain privacy, and adhere to regulatory frameworks. As an IT professional, having a comprehensive understanding of…

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The Implications and Consequences of the DC Board of Elections Data Breachwordpress,databreach,DCBoardofElections,implications,consequences

The Implications and Consequences of the DC Board of Elections Data Breach

Reynolds Alex010 mins

## The Data Breach at DC Board of Elections: Implications and Consequences On October 5, 2023, the District of Columbia Board of Elections (DCBOE) experienced a cybersecurity incident that compromised voter records. While the incident is still under investigation, DCBOE has confirmed that the breach did not compromise its internal databases and servers. The breach…

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The Power of Predictive Analysis: Minimizing Data Breach Risks Through Advanced Insightswordpress,predictiveanalysis,databreachrisks,advancedinsights

The Power of Predictive Analysis: Minimizing Data Breach Risks Through Advanced Insights

Reynolds Alex011 mins

WithSecure™ Study Reveals Changing Landscape of Cyber Attacks Introduction In light of the increasing professionalization of cyber crime, predicting the actions of attackers has become more challenging for cyber security practitioners. WithSecure™, formerly known as F-Secure Business, has recently published a study that offers an alternative model for predicting how attacks unfold. The study demonstrates…

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Exploring the Implications: Backdoored Firmware Surfaces in Android Devices Used in US Schoolsandroiddevices,backdooredfirmware,implications,USschools,security,privacy,technology,education

Exploring the Implications: Backdoored Firmware Surfaces in Android Devices Used in US Schools

Reynolds Alex010 mins

Cybercrime: Android Devices With Backdoored Firmware Found in US Schools Overview A global cybercriminal operation known as BadBox has infected the firmware of more than 70,000 Android smartphones, CTV boxes, and tablets with the Triada malware, according to cybersecurity vendor Human Security. These infected devices, which come from at least one Chinese manufacturer, were found…

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Nonprofit Service Provider Blackbaud Settles Data Breach Case with States for $49.5 Millionwordpress,nonprofit,serviceprovider,Blackbaud,databreach,settlement,states,$49.5million

Nonprofit Service Provider Blackbaud Settles Data Breach Case with States for $49.5 Million

Emma Thompson09 mins

## Nonprofit Service Provider Blackbaud Settles Data Breach Case for $49.5M With States ### Background The fundraising software company Blackbaud recently agreed to pay $49.5 million to settle claims brought by the attorneys general of 49 states and Washington, D.C. This settlement is related to a 2020 data breach that exposed sensitive information from 13,000…

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