Hacker gets 10 years in prison for extorting US healthcare provider

November 14, 2024 at 12:02PM Robert Purbeck, 45, from Idaho, has received a ten-year prison sentence for hacking 19 organizations, stealing personal data from over 132,000 individuals, and extorting victims. He pleaded guilty to unauthorized access charges and must pay over $1 million in restitution after an FBI raid revealed the extensive data theft. **Meeting … Read more

Data broker amasses 100M+ records on people – then someone snatches, sells it

November 13, 2024 at 04:46PM Over 183 million records of contact and employment information are reportedly for sale by a cybercriminal, known as KryptonZambie, on a crime forum for $6,000. The data is claimed to be publicly available and sourced from DemandScience, which denies any breach. Security incidents related to the data have been reported. … Read more

Debt Relief Firm Forth Discloses Data Breach Impacting 1.5 Million People

November 11, 2024 at 07:54AM Forth revealed that a data breach in May 2024 compromised the personal information of 1.5 million individuals. The disclosure emphasizes the severity of the security incident impacting the firm’s clients. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **Data Breach Announcement**: Forth has reported a data breach that compromised the personal information of 1.5 … Read more

Canada orders TikTok to shut down over national risk concerns

November 7, 2024 at 12:21PM The Canadian government has dissolved TikTok Technology Canada due to national security risks identified through a thorough review. While the company’s offices are closing, Canadians can still use the platform. TikTok plans to challenge the decision in court, criticizing the impact on jobs and user access. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. … Read more

Free, France’s second largest ISP, confirms data breach after leak

October 28, 2024 at 01:49PM French ISP Free confirmed a data breach affecting 19.2 million customers, with personal information, including 5.11 million IBAN numbers, stolen. The company has filed a criminal complaint and notified authorities. Although no passwords or bank card details were accessed, impacted subscribers are being informed and advised to monitor for unusual … Read more

Brazen crims selling stolen credit cards on Meta’s Threads

October 28, 2024 at 11:55AM Criminals are openly selling stolen financial information, including credit card details, on Meta’s Threads. Security experts highlight inadequate moderation, with some accounts remaining active for months. This trend coincides with Telegram’s crackdown on illicit activity, leading criminals to shift their operations to Threads while still using Telegram for sales. ### … 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

Change Healthcare Ransomware Attack Impacts 100 Million People

October 25, 2024 at 07:13AM UnitedHealth informed the US health department that a February ransomware attack compromised the information of 100 million individuals. The incident highlights significant security vulnerabilities in healthcare systems, affecting a vast number of people. **Meeting Notes Summary:** – **Incident Reported**: UnitedHealth communicated to the US health department regarding a significant cybersecurity … 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