October 30, 2024 at 04:04PM Former Disney employee Michael Scheuer was arrested for allegedly hacking the company’s systems, altering restaurant menus, and deleting allergen information, potentially endangering customers. Charged with violating the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act on three counts, he faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted. Here are the key takeaways … Read more
December 18, 2023 at 10:03AM Former IT manager of a New Jersey high school, Conor LaHiff, admitted to cyberattacking his ex-employer following termination. He pleaded guilty to unauthorized damage to protected computers, targeting Apple and IT administrator accounts. His actions caused over $5,000 in losses to the school. LaHiff faces up to 10 years in … Read more
December 12, 2023 at 02:48PM Ex-First Republic Bank cloud engineer, Miklos Daniel Brody, was sentenced to two years in prison for causing over $220,000 in damage to his former employer’s computer network by using his company-issued laptop to watch pornography. He pleaded guilty to violating the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and making false statements … Read more