Recent Security News
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Software Complexity Bedevils Mainframe Security
November 7, 2023 at 08:23PM Mainframe systems continue to dominate certain sectors of the economy, particularly those that require high-performance and high-reliability applications like financial transactions. Security remains a major concern for mainframe users, with the complex software architecture making it difficult to secure. Despite the growing popularity of cloud infrastructure, mainframes are expected to…
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TransForm says ransomware data breach affects 267,000 patients
November 7, 2023 at 06:43PM TransForm, a shared service provider for multiple hospitals in Ontario, has confirmed that a recent cyberattack on their systems was a ransomware attack. The attackers stole a database containing information on 5.6 million patient visits. The impacted hospitals had to reschedule appointments and redirect non-emergency cases. The organization has stated…
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Fake Ledger Live app in Microsoft Store steals $768,000 in crypto
November 7, 2023 at 06:07PM Microsoft has removed a fraudulent Ledger Live app from its store after users lost $768,000 worth of cryptocurrency assets. The fake app, called Ledger Live Web3, had been in the store since October 19 and started stealing cryptocurrency a few days ago. Despite obvious red flags, the app managed to…
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Risk Ledger Secures £6.25M to Prevent Cyberattacks on the Supply Chains of Nation’s Largest Enterprises
November 7, 2023 at 05:38PM London-based cyber security business Risk Ledger has raised £6.25m ($8.5m) in a series A funding round led by Mercia Ventures. The company plans to use the funding to strengthen supply chains and develop tools to combat supply chain security attacks. Risk Ledger offers a social network approach to supply chain…
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Myrror Security Emerges From Stealth With $6M Seed Round to Prevent Attacks on the Software Development Process
November 7, 2023 at 05:16PM Myrror Security, a company specializing in application security for organizations using open-source packages, has received $6 million in seed funding from Blumberg Capital and Entrée Capital. The funds will be used to expand product capabilities and distribution channels. Myrror Security aims to address the increasing rate of software supply chain…