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The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction Ensuring compliance with various cybersecurity frameworks is of utmost importance for IT professionals in today’s digital world. With the increasing number of data breaches and cyber attacks, organizations need to have robust security measures in place to protect sensitive information and maintain…
Threats: Unidentified Attackers Breach Tens of Thousands of Cisco Devices Introduction Tens of thousands of physical and virtual devices running Cisco networking software have been compromised due to a yet-unpatched vulnerability. Multiple independent researchers have discovered that attackers are actively exploiting this vulnerability, primarily targeting telecommunications companies. The breach gives attackers full control over the…
Cybercrime: NATO Investigating Breach and Leak of Internal Documents Background The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is currently investigating claims made by a politically motivated hacking group called SiegedSec, stating that they have successfully breached NATO‘s computer systems and leaked a cache of documents online. This would mark the second breach by SiegedSec in the…
Philippines health insurer hacked: What we know Introduction On September 22, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) discovered that hackers had stolen hundreds of gigabytes of data from the national health insurer. This cyberattack has potentially impacted millions of people, prompting PhilHealth to urge its members to change their passwords. The hackers have already released…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance: Balancing Security and Compliance in the Modern Digital Landscape Introduction In today’s interconnected world, where cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving, organizations across industries face the daunting task of protecting their sensitive data while ensuring compliance with various frameworks and regulations. IT professionals play a crucial role in navigating this…
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…
**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…
Cybercrime: NATO Investigating Breach and Leak of Internal Documents Introduction NATO is currently investigating claims made by a politically motivated hacktivist group known as SiegedSec, stating that they have successfully breached the defense alliance’s computer systems. If proven true, this would mark the second time in three months that SiegedSec has infiltrated NATO‘s systems. The…
Surprising Post-Incident Considerations for Cybersecurity As cybersecurity incidents continue to rise in frequency and sophistication, organizations must be prepared to navigate the complexities of the aftermath. While most security professionals are aware of the common challenges that arise after an incident, such as data breach notifications and regulatory filings, there are unexpected concerns that may…
Data Breaches: ‘Cybersecurity Incident’ Hits International Criminal Court Introduction The International Criminal Court (ICC) recently announced that it was affected by a “cybersecurity incident” involving anomalous activity within its IT systems. While the ICC has not provided further details about the incident, it stated that immediate measures were taken to address the incident and mitigate…