December 28, 2023 at 02:40PM Parking app developer EasyPark reported a data breach on its website, impacting an unknown number of its millions of users. The breach involves compromised customer data such as names, phone numbers, addresses, and partial credit card information. Cybercriminals could use this for phishing attacks, but no unauthorized transactions have occurred. … Read more
December 28, 2023 at 08:54AM Google Cloud addressed a medium-severity security flaw that could allow escalation of privileges for attackers with access to a Kubernetes cluster. Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 discovered the vulnerability, which could lead to data theft and disruption of cluster operations. The issue has been fixed in specific versions of Google … Read more
December 28, 2023 at 07:03AM Saudi Arabia is making significant strides in cybersecurity, propelled by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA). The NCA has released various regulations and tools, contributing to the Kingdom’s improved cybersecurity landscape. Efforts include workforce development, global recognition, and hosting industry events. However, the country still faces cyber threats and a shortage … Read more
December 22, 2023 at 08:35PM Mint Mobile, a subsidiary of T-Mobile, has confirmed a data breach exposing customer information. The breach notification assured customers that credit card numbers and passwords were not affected, but disclosed that names, phone numbers, email addresses, and other account details were compromised. The company has resolved the breach and is … Read more
December 21, 2023 at 09:40AM Namibia’s SIM registration campaign faces challenges as half the population risks losing phone service in 10 days. Citizens handed biometric data to maintain service with the dominant telecommunications provider, MTC. Amid low registration rates, the government initiated a 3-month suspension period starting Jan. 1. Concerns arise over MTC’s collection and … Read more
December 21, 2023 at 07:33AM The Federal Trade Commission is proposing changes to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) to enhance online safety for kids. These changes include implementing an opt-in requirement for targeted ads, limiting push notifications to children, and establishing rules for data retention. The proposed updates aim to protect children’s privacy … Read more
December 20, 2023 at 11:33PM NASA’s Inspector General praises the agency’s privacy program but identifies areas for improvement. The audit highlights a need for enhanced protection of personal information, including the implementation of data loss protection in Microsoft 365. It also raises concerns about unclear breach response procedures and incomplete privacy reporting. NASA agrees to … Read more
December 19, 2023 at 09:39AM Halcyon, an Austin, Texas-based anti-ransomware company, has raised $40 million in a Series B funding led by Bain Capital Ventures. This brings their total investment this year to $90 million, facilitating an expansion of their engineering, R&D, and sales functions. The company is aggressively marketing its platform to enterprises, focusing … Read more
December 14, 2023 at 10:15AM Schools are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, leading to grave consequences for students and the education sector. The reasons behind this vulnerability include aging IT infrastructure, inadequate cybersecurity expertise, and the increased use of technology by students without proper cybersecurity education. Urgent solutions include improving teacher salaries, reforming credit monitoring, and … Read more
December 14, 2023 at 07:18AM Several serious vulnerabilities have been found in Dell’s PowerProtect products, impacting various appliances and potentially allowing attackers to execute malicious code, steal information, and gain control of systems. Dell is urging customers to review and implement security measures outlined in the DSA-2023-412 advisory and emphasizes the importance of product security … Read more