Recent Security News

  • Court hearings become ransomware concern after justice system breach

    January 2, 2024 at 11:25AM The court system of Victoria, Australia, faced a suspected ransomware attack, potentially compromising audiovisual recordings of court hearings. The incident affected different courts to varying extents, with concerns over sensitive case information leaks. Court Services Victoria is working with authorities and impacted parties, and ongoing efforts include system restoration and…

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  • Free Decryptor Released for Black Basta Ransomware

    January 2, 2024 at 11:18AM SRLabs released a decryptor to assist victims of the Black Basta ransomware in recovering their files for free. The ransomware, linked to the Conti group, has been responsible for numerous high-profile attacks. SRLabs identified a flaw in the encryption algorithm, enabling them to create a tool for partial file recovery.…

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  • CISO Planning for 2024 May Struggle When It Comes to AI

    January 2, 2024 at 11:12AM The evolving landscape of AI has presented significant challenges for CISOs and CIOs in crafting their 2024 plans. The rapid pace of AI innovation and its potential benefits raise the question of how to balance risk and opportunities. Stakeholders expect a clear strategy while dealing with the uncertainty of the…

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  • Localization Mandates, AI Regs to Pose Major Data Challenges in 2024

    January 2, 2024 at 10:57AM In 2024, companies will face significant challenges in data security, protection, and compliance. Governments are tightening regulations and enforcing data protection laws, impacting companies globally. The rush to regulate AI and the complexities of data localization pose additional challenges. Businesses need to adapt to evolving regulations and technological landscapes to…

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  • Victoria court recordings exposed in reported ransomware attack

    January 2, 2024 at 10:54AM Australia’s Court Services Victoria (CSV) detected a ransomware cyberattack on December 21, 2023, which led to unauthorized access of court hearing recordings dating back to November 1, 2023. The affected courts include the Supreme Court, County Court, Magistrates’ Court, Children’s Court, and Coroners Court. CSV is taking measures to address…

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