March 11, 2024 at 08:21AM The traditional on-premises approach to data security is becoming obsolete as IT infrastructure moves to cloud-based solutions. A new guide by LayerX emphasizes the need for DLP solutions to focus on protecting corporate data in the browser. It outlines three data protection paths forward, with browser DLP being highlighted as … Read more
March 11, 2024 at 07:25AM UK’s ICO is seeking input on “consent or pay” business models, where users can pay to access services without data being used for advertising. The ICO emphasizes the need for users to understand the consent aspect and have the freedom to withdraw it easily. The consultation addresses factors like fee … Read more
March 7, 2024 at 01:51PM The following security issues have been addressed in the macOS Sonoma update: privacy concerns, privilege elevation, arbitrary code execution, denial-of-service vulnerabilities, and access to sensitive data. Multiple products, including Accessibility, Bluetooth, CoreBluetooth – LE, Photos, Safari, Siri, WebKit, among others, have been updated. Users are urged to install the update … Read more
March 7, 2024 at 01:51PM Summary: Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K have updates available to address numerous security vulnerabilities. The issues include privacy, elevation of privileges, access restrictions, memory handling, and logic issues. Affected products range from accessibility notifications to web content, with potential impacts on user data, system integrity, and elevated code … Read more
March 6, 2024 at 05:08PM Veeam® Software, a global leader in data protection and ransomware recovery, has unveiled the new Veeam Data Cloud, based on Microsoft Azure, offering backup-as-a-service for Microsoft 365 and Azure. This solution provides reliable cyber resiliency and data protection, complemented by industry-leading technology, security, and intuitive interface. Learn more at veeam.com. … Read more
March 6, 2024 at 03:55PM The FBI’s 2023 Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) report reveals over $12.5 billion in digital crime losses. With 880,418 complaints, representing a 10 percent increase, the monetary loss rose by 22 percent. Notably, only 15 percent of fraud victims report crimes, and ransomware infections and investment scams were prominent, with … Read more
March 6, 2024 at 07:39AM Capita reported a net loss of £106.6 million in 2023 due to a cyberattack by the Black Basta ransomware group, which incurred costs exceeding initial estimates. This resulted in a 20% drop in market capitalization. The new CEO plans further cost cuts to save £100 million by mid-2025. Capita continues … Read more
March 6, 2024 at 06:54AM The Alphv/BlackCat gang has announced the shutdown of its ransomware operation and the sale of its source code. This follows a dispute over a $22 million ransom payment from Change Healthcare, with an affiliate claiming the gang refused to share the fee, prompting suspicions of an exit scam. The incident … Read more
March 6, 2024 at 05:15AM Material Security has launched Data Protection for Google Drive, enabling Google Workspace administrators to efficiently safeguard sensitive information and manage sharing permissions. With a powerful data platform, Material Security offers advanced scanning, access control, and automated remediation to address security risks without hindering productivity. Schedule a personal demo to see … Read more
March 5, 2024 at 01:10PM The RA World ransomware group, formed in April, has significantly expanded its attack scope. Targeting global organizations, the group recently launched sophisticated cyberattacks, notably in Latin America’s healthcare sector. With a focus on the US and adoption of double-extortion tactics, it poses a major threat, emphasizing the need for robust … Read more