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Data Protection: A Gateway to Data Breaches and Leaks The Risk of Lost and Stolen Devices In our digital age, data has become a valuable asset that drives businesses and plays a crucial role in our everyday lives. However, the convenience of technology also brings the risk of data breaches and leaks. One often overlooked…
The Importance of Compliance for IT Professionals Introduction Compliance with cybersecurity frameworks is a critical aspect of any IT professional’s responsibilities. In an increasingly interconnected and digitized world, protecting sensitive data has become a top priority for businesses across all industries. This report aims to explore the significance of complying with various frameworks such as…
Cars: A Privacy Nightmare on Wheels The Concerns In an age where everything is becoming increasingly connected, cars are no exception. However, a recent study conducted by the Mozilla Foundation has found that cars with internet-connected features pose serious privacy risks. These vehicles have been dubbed as “privacy nightmares on wheels.” The study examined the…
MGM Resorts’ Incident Response Strategy Pays Off In September, MGM Resorts, a hospitality and casino giant, experienced a ransomware attack. Unlike Caesars Entertainment, which had previously been targeted by the same threat actors and chose to pay a negotiated ransom of $15 million, MGM decided not to engage or negotiate with the cybercriminals. The fallout…
Naked Security Mom’s Meals issues “Notice of Data Event”: What to know and what to do Background In a recent cyberattack, US food delivery company PurFoods, which operates under the name Mom’s Meals, experienced a breach of its network that lasted from January 16th to February 22nd, 2023. The cyberattack involved the encryption of certain…
Student Loan Breach Exposes 2.5 Million Records The Breach A recent breach at Nelnet Servicing, the servicing system and web portal provider for EdFinancial and the Oklahoma Student Loan Authority (OSLA), has exposed the personal data of over 2.5 million student loan recipients. The breach, which occurred between June 1, 2022, and July 22, 2022,…
Face Analysis Program Reveals Vulnerabilities in Face Recognition Technology September 20, 2023 In a newly published study, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) examines the effectiveness of face analysis algorithms in detecting presentation attacks, also known as spoof attacks, on face recognition software. These attacks involve using a spoof image, such as wearing…
Report: MGM’s Decision Not to Pay Ransomware Pays Off Introduction The recent ransomware attacks on MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment have brought the issue of dealing with cybercriminals to the forefront. While MGM chose not to engage or negotiate with the cybercriminals, Caesars decided to pay a $15 million ransom. Following these incidents, MGM has…
The Rising Cost of Data Breaches and the Paradigm Shift in Security The Cost of Data Breaches According to IBM’s latest “Cost of a Data Breach Report,” the average cost of a data breach has risen to nearly $4.5 million per incident globally. While the theft of data is the most obvious consequence of a…
Government CISA, NSA Publish Guidance on IAM Challenges for Developers, Vendors October 5, 2023 The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Security Agency (NSA) have recently released new guidance on implementing identity and access management (IAM) that focuses on the challenges faced by developers and vendors. The document, titled “Identity and…