May 26, 2024 at 11:07PM
Multiple big pharmaceutical companies, including GlaxoSmithKline, Novartis, and Bayer, are notifying individuals of a data breach involving US drug wholesaler Cencora. Pharma giants reported data losses to the California Attorney General due to the breach, which potentially exposed personal and health information. Additionally, critical vulnerabilities in Chrome and other software were addressed. Lastly, multiple US water systems fail to meet security standards, posing a cyber attack risk.
Key takeaways from the meeting notes include:
1. A significant data breach at US drug wholesaler Cencora in February, impacting multiple pharmaceutical suppliers and resulting in the theft of personal and health-related information of individuals.
2. The existence of critical vulnerabilities, particularly in Google Chrome, AutomationDirect Productivity PLCs, LCDS LAquis SCADA, and VMware storage controllers.
3. Concerning security shortcomings in US water systems, with over 70% of inspected systems failing to meet security standards and being at risk of cyber attacks from foreign actors, prompting warnings and recommendations from the Environmental Protection Agency and other agencies.
Furthermore, it’s worth noting additional cyber incidents affecting Nissan Oceania, including a data breach at a third-party supplier’s call center that compromised customer, staff, and stakeholder information.
The meeting notes provide a comprehensive overview of recent cybersecurity incidents and vulnerabilities, necessitating prompt attention and action to mitigate potential risks and protect sensitive information.