October 18, 2024 at 12:41PM Nidec Corporation announced that hackers from a recent ransomware attack stole and leaked data on the dark web. **Meeting Takeaways: Nidec Corporation Ransomware Attack Update** 1. **Incident Overview**: Nidec Corporation has confirmed that it suffered a ransomware attack earlier this year. 2. **Data Breach**: Hackers involved in the attack have … Read more
October 18, 2024 at 08:47AM China claims to have made advances in encryption cracking and identifying Intel backdoors. Additionally, there are reports on the ConfusedPilot AI attack and Microsoft losing security logs, highlighting significant cybersecurity concerns. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **China’s Claims**: There are significant developments regarding China’s assertions about their capabilities in encryption cracking and … Read more
October 18, 2024 at 08:00AM The webinar “Building a Successful Data Security Posture Management Program” will discuss Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) as a solution for securing complex, scattered data. Attendees will learn how to uncover hidden data, protect against threats, and ensure compliance, featuring insights from security expert Benny Bloch. Register now. ### Takeaways … Read more
October 18, 2024 at 07:25AM SecurityWeek provides extensive coverage of cybersecurity topics, including malware, cyberwarfare, data breaches, and various security domains like IoT and cloud security. It also offers events, webcasts, and newsletters for staying updated on the latest threats and expert insights, along with resources like the ICS Cybersecurity Conference and CISO forums. **Meeting … Read more
October 18, 2024 at 06:40AM North Korean nationals posing as IT workers have been extorting employers by gaining insider access and stealing data. This highlights the security risks associated with hiring foreign IT professionals, particularly those from North Korea. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Issue Identified:** North Korean nationals are posing as IT workers. 2. **Motivation:** They … Read more
October 18, 2024 at 05:02AM Omni Family Health has announced a data breach that affects nearly 470,000 current and former patients and employees. This incident has raised significant concerns regarding data security. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Incident Overview**: Omni Family Health experienced a data breach. 2. **Impact Scope**: The breach affects approximately 470,000 individuals, including both … Read more
October 18, 2024 at 12:33AM Companies increasingly hire North Korean operatives disguised as IT contractors, who exfiltrate data and demand ransoms after being dismissed for poor performance. Secureworks highlights this emerging trend in cyber extortion, urging firms to verify candidates thoroughly, restrict remote software use, and be cautious of suspicious hiring practices. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more
October 17, 2024 at 04:18PM The text discusses managing Rogue AI risks through Zero Trust architecture and layered defenses. It identifies causal factors for vulnerabilities in AI, such as misconfiguration and excessive autonomy. For effective mitigation, organizations must employ a comprehensive defense strategy and advance through the Zero Trust Maturity Model to strengthen security. ### … Read more
October 17, 2024 at 02:31PM The Internet Archive is gradually restoring its services after a data breach affected 31 million users, leading to a week-long outage. Founded in 1996, it offers free access to vast digital resources. Security experts emphasize the need for enhanced data protection measures amid rising cyber threats, including DDoS attacks. ### … Read more
October 17, 2024 at 02:08PM North Korean IT professionals are deceiving Western companies to gain employment, access confidential data, and subsequently extort ransoms to prevent data leaks. Cybersecurity firms like Secureworks and KnowBe4 have identified these schemes, involving fraudulent identities and sophisticated tactics to cover their tracks. Companies are advised to be vigilant during hiring … Read more