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A massive cyberattack could impact the personal information of hundreds of thousands of Rhode Islanders after hackers targeted a state contractor that stores health and personal data. Governor Dan McKee announced that the personal information of thousands was compromised in Read More …
Researchers are warning of a new “fake job” hacking campaign that targets primarily people working in the Web3 (blockchain) industry. Experts at Cado Security Labs revealed the campaign started in September 2024, aiming to trick people into downloading infostealing malware Read More …
The social security numbers, driver’s licenses, payroll, health and other personal details of Hoboken city workers were among the data stolen in a “massive” cybersecurity breach last month. According to a list of thousands of stolen files obtained by The Read More …
Following a data breach exposing the social security numbers of millions, the credit bureau at fault will also spend millions to pay back those affected. Equifax, one of the three major credit reporting agencies, reached a $700 million settlement with Read More …
Ransomware hackers have continued an assault on National Health Service trusts across the United Kingdom by compromising multiple hospitals, exposing sensitive patient data and disrupting emergency services. Inc Ransom, a prolific Russia-linked ransomware group that claimed responsibility for an attack Read More …
Researchers have discovered a huge Google Cloud Storage bucket, found freely accessible on the internet and containing a treasure trove of personal information. AI startup WotNot provides companies with the ability to create their own customized chatbot. The company reportedly Read More …
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed laws that toughen penalties for illegal gathering and distribution of personal data. Administrative liability New fines are introduced. In particular, they total up to 15 mln rubles ($141,000) for illegal transfer of personal information and Read More …
Another background check company suffered a data breach; this time, more than 600,000 people were affected. It’s a minor breach compared with the 2.9 billion people hit by the National Public Data hack, but it’s still scary. The company in Read More …
The Metropolitan Police has apologised to victims of the Westminster “honeytrap” scandal after it accidentally sent an email which named all of them. The force said it was referring itself to data watchdog the Information Commissioner over the breach. The Read More …
In 2019, a ransomware attack hit LifeLabs, a Canadian medical testing company. The ransomware encrypted the lab results of 15 million Canadians, and personally identifiable information (PII) of 8.6 million people was stolen. After noticing the attack, LifeLabs informed its Read More …
