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Massive data breach at federal credit union exposes 240K members

SRP Federal Credit Union's data breach exposed sensitive information of over 240,000 individuals due to inadequate security measures and delayed detection.

Ransomware Report: Telecommunications Sixth Among Most-Targeted Industries

The telecommunications industry is increasingly targeted by ransomware, reflecting a broader trend of rising cyber threats.
Nation-states and organized crime groups are collaborating, changing the dynamics of ransomware attacks.

The biggest cyber scares of 2024

Cybersecurity threats have escalated, with sophisticated attacks leading to severe impacts on essential services, particularly in healthcare.

The Worst Hacks of 2024

Cybercriminals exploited the same vulnerabilities across multiple targets in 2024, causing significant security breaches.
Espionage and hacking activities revealed vulnerabilities among major telecom and cloud service companies.
Increased cyber threats are expected as political turmoil escalates worldwide.

US Sanctions Chinese Cybersecurity Firm for 2020 Ransomware Attack

U.S. sanctions target a Chinese cybersecurity firm for 2020 ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure.

Why Are Hospital Ransomware Attacks Becoming More Frequent Globally? The UN Met to Discuss | HackerNoon

Hospital ransomware attacks are increasingly common, prompting healthcare administrators to invest in cyberattack insurance policies.

Massive data breach at federal credit union exposes 240K members

SRP Federal Credit Union's data breach exposed sensitive information of over 240,000 individuals due to inadequate security measures and delayed detection.

Ransomware Report: Telecommunications Sixth Among Most-Targeted Industries

The telecommunications industry is increasingly targeted by ransomware, reflecting a broader trend of rising cyber threats.
Nation-states and organized crime groups are collaborating, changing the dynamics of ransomware attacks.

The biggest cyber scares of 2024

Cybersecurity threats have escalated, with sophisticated attacks leading to severe impacts on essential services, particularly in healthcare.

The Worst Hacks of 2024

Cybercriminals exploited the same vulnerabilities across multiple targets in 2024, causing significant security breaches.
Espionage and hacking activities revealed vulnerabilities among major telecom and cloud service companies.
Increased cyber threats are expected as political turmoil escalates worldwide.

US Sanctions Chinese Cybersecurity Firm for 2020 Ransomware Attack

U.S. sanctions target a Chinese cybersecurity firm for 2020 ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure.

Why Are Hospital Ransomware Attacks Becoming More Frequent Globally? The UN Met to Discuss | HackerNoon

Hospital ransomware attacks are increasingly common, prompting healthcare administrators to invest in cyberattack insurance policies.
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Ransomware attack on health giant Ascension hits 5.6 million patients | TechCrunch

Ransomware attacks on healthcare providers can severely disrupt patient care and lead to massive data breaches affecting millions of individuals.

Westend Dental agrees to pay Indiana $350K and to implement corrective action plan to settle charges of multiple HIPAA violations

Westend Dental faced a $350,000 settlement for failing to report a ransomware attack and protect patient information in compliance with HIPAA.

Ransomware attack on health giant Ascension hits 5.6 million patients | TechCrunch

Ransomware attacks on healthcare providers can severely disrupt patient care and lead to massive data breaches affecting millions of individuals.

Westend Dental agrees to pay Indiana $350K and to implement corrective action plan to settle charges of multiple HIPAA violations

Westend Dental faced a $350,000 settlement for failing to report a ransomware attack and protect patient information in compliance with HIPAA.
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Cybercrime hits record levels in 2024, as AI makes attacks more targeted

Cybercrime losses in 2024 totaled $10.4 billion, making it the third-largest global economy.

Israeli hacker alleged to be software dev for LockBit faces extradition to U.S. for role in global ransomware network

Rostislav Panev faces extradition to the U.S. for cybercrimes associated with the LockBit ransomware group.

Suspected LockBit dev faces extradition to the US

Rostislav Panev's arrest signals a pivotal point in combating the LockBit ransomware group.
Seven LockBit members charged and three arrested highlight international law enforcement efforts.
LockBit's operations have significantly diminished due to recent law enforcement actions.

US reveals charges against alleged LockBit ransomware developer

Rostislav Panev has been charged for his role in the LockBit ransomware group, reflecting ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime.

Russia arrests alleged ransomware crook Mihail Matveev

Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, a wanted cybercriminal, was arrested in Russia, surprising many given his history with the FBI and ransomware operations.

Russian government confirms rare criminal charges against ransomware hacker | TechCrunch

Russia indicts local hacker Mikhail Matveev for creating ransomware, a rare case amid the country's history of protecting cybercriminals from U.S. law enforcement.

Cybercrime hits record levels in 2024, as AI makes attacks more targeted

Cybercrime losses in 2024 totaled $10.4 billion, making it the third-largest global economy.

Israeli hacker alleged to be software dev for LockBit faces extradition to U.S. for role in global ransomware network

Rostislav Panev faces extradition to the U.S. for cybercrimes associated with the LockBit ransomware group.

Suspected LockBit dev faces extradition to the US

Rostislav Panev's arrest signals a pivotal point in combating the LockBit ransomware group.
Seven LockBit members charged and three arrested highlight international law enforcement efforts.
LockBit's operations have significantly diminished due to recent law enforcement actions.

US reveals charges against alleged LockBit ransomware developer

Rostislav Panev has been charged for his role in the LockBit ransomware group, reflecting ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime.

Russia arrests alleged ransomware crook Mihail Matveev

Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, a wanted cybercriminal, was arrested in Russia, surprising many given his history with the FBI and ransomware operations.

Russian government confirms rare criminal charges against ransomware hacker | TechCrunch

Russia indicts local hacker Mikhail Matveev for creating ransomware, a rare case amid the country's history of protecting cybercriminals from U.S. law enforcement.
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Healthcare Providers Lose Nearly $2M Per Day Due to Cyberattack-Induced Downtime - MedCity News

Ransomware attacks on healthcare organizations are financially devastating, leading to average daily losses of $1.9 million during downtime.

Hackers claim successful attack on Atos

Atos is investigating claims of a hack by the ransomware group Space Bears, although no evidence of a successful attack has been found.

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

LockBit ransomware gang is launching LockBit 4.0 despite recent law enforcement setbacks, aiming to rebuild its brand and attract new affiliates.

Clop ransomware gang claims responsibility for Cleo attacks

Clop ransomware gang exploits vulnerabilities in Cleo file transfer software to steal data from organizations.
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Australia Passes Groundbreaking Cyber Security Law

Australia's Cyber Security Act mandates reporting ransomware payments to strengthen national defenses against cyber threats.

Decoding the end of the decade: What CISOs should watch out for | Computer Weekly

The cyber security landscape is evolving, presenting increasingly complex challenges, including a rise in sabotage attacks in addition to ransomware threats.

Australia Passes Groundbreaking Cyber Security Law

Australia's Cyber Security Act mandates reporting ransomware payments to strengthen national defenses against cyber threats.

Decoding the end of the decade: What CISOs should watch out for | Computer Weekly

The cyber security landscape is evolving, presenting increasingly complex challenges, including a rise in sabotage attacks in addition to ransomware threats.
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Data Sheet: Creative but unpersuasive

Geopolitical tensions are impacting businesses, with Stoli Group facing bankruptcy due to a ransomware attack.

Further disruption expected after latest NHS cyber attack | Computer Weekly

A major cyber attack has severely disrupted healthcare services in Merseyside, impacting surgeries and patient access to IT systems.
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