UnitedHealth Reveals 100M Compromised in Change Healthcare Breach

October 25, 2024 at 04:06PM United Healthcare revealed that 100 million individuals were affected by the Change Healthcare ransomware attack in February. The breach, attributed to BlackCat/ALPHV, prompted Change Healthcare to pay $22 million in ransom. Subsequently, a second attack occurred by RansomHub. The incidents highlight significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the healthcare sector. ### Meeting … Read more

LinkedIn Hit With 310 Million Euro Fine for Data Privacy Violations From Irish Watchdog

October 25, 2024 at 09:47AM LinkedIn has been fined 310 million euros by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission for violations related to data privacy. This enforcement action highlights ongoing concerns about compliance with data protection regulations. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** – LinkedIn has been fined 310 million euros. – The fine was imposed by Ireland’s Data Protection … Read more

Landmark Admin Discloses Data Breach Impacting 800,000 People

October 25, 2024 at 07:37AM Landmark Admin, an insurance administrator, revealed that personal information was stolen during a ransomware attack earlier this year, affecting 800,000 individuals. The announcement highlights the significant impact of the data breach on those affected. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Data Breach Announcement**: Landmark Admin, an insurance administrator, has disclosed that personal information … Read more

New Rules for US National Security Agencies Balance AI’s Promise With Need to Protect Against Risks

October 25, 2024 at 05:25AM The White House has implemented new regulations for AI usage by US national security and intelligence agencies, aiming to harness the technology’s potential while safeguarding against associated risks. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **New Regulations Introduced**: The White House has implemented new rules regarding the use of artificial intelligence by US national … Read more

OnePoint Patient Care Data Breach Impacts Nearly 800,000 People

October 25, 2024 at 04:47AM OnePoint Patient Care has announced a data breach affecting the personal information of approximately 800,000 individuals. The incident has raised concerns regarding data security and privacy. ### Meeting Takeaways: – **Incident Overview**: OnePoint Patient Care has experienced a data breach. – **Impact**: The breach affects the personal information of approximately … Read more

Irish Watchdog Imposes Record €310 Million Fine on LinkedIn for GDPR Violations

October 25, 2024 at 02:20AM The Irish Data Protection Commission fined LinkedIn €310 million for violating user privacy through improper behavioral analysis for targeted advertising, lacking users’ explicit consent. This decision, linked to GDPR principles, mandates compliance within three months. Additionally, privacy group noyb has filed a complaint against Pinterest for similar consent violations. ### … Read more

Grip Security Releases 2025 SaaS Security Risks Report

October 24, 2024 at 05:50PM Grip Security’s report, “2025 SaaS Security Risks,” reveals that 90% of SaaS applications remain unmanaged, posing significant risks for organizations. With a 40% increase in SaaS applications and rising usage of AI tools, the need for a collaborative, identity-driven security approach is critical to mitigate these vulnerabilities effectively. **Meeting Takeaways … Read more

Henry Schein discloses data breach a year after ransomware attack

October 24, 2024 at 05:44PM Henry Schein disclosed a data breach after two cyberattacks by the BlackCat Ransomware gang in 2023, affecting over 166,000 individuals. The company took systems offline to mitigate the attacks. They are offering impacted users a free 24-month membership with Experian’s IdentityWorks for credit monitoring and fraud detection. **Meeting Takeaways: Henry … Read more

Microsoft: Healthcare Sees 300% Surge in Ransomware Attacks

October 24, 2024 at 05:19PM A recent study reveals that nearly 400 US healthcare organizations experienced ransomware attacks this fiscal year, leading to compromised data, operational disruptions, and increased patient volume. The average ransom paid has reached $4.4 million, highlighting healthcare’s vulnerability and the involvement of various nation-state actors in these cyberattacks. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. … Read more

Ireland fines LinkedIn €310 million over targeted advertising

October 24, 2024 at 02:21PM LinkedIn was fined €310 million by the Irish Data Protection Commission for GDPR violations related to data processing for targeted advertising. The inquiry revealed failures in obtaining valid consent, transparency, and legitimate interests. LinkedIn must comply with EU regulations and amend its advertising systems following the ruling. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more