November 11, 2024 at 05:17PM Halliburton Company reported $35 million in losses following a ransomware attack in August. The breach, attributed to the RansomHub gang, led to unauthorized data access and system shutdowns. Despite the incident, Halliburton anticipates minimal financial impact, with only a $0.02 per share effect on adjusted earnings. Investigations continue. ### Meeting … Read more
October 22, 2024 at 04:54AM Johnson & Johnson has reported a data breach that affects the personal information of thousands of individuals. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding data security in large corporations. The details of the breach have been shared by SecurityWeek. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Incident**: Johnson & Johnson has disclosed a data breach. … Read more
October 20, 2024 at 06:29PM Cyprus successfully thwarted a DDoS attack targeting its central online government portal, ensuring continued access for users. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Incident Report**: Cyprus successfully defended against a DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack. 2. **Target**: The attack was aimed at disrupting access to the government’s central online portal. 3. **Outcome**: … Read more
October 17, 2024 at 10:39AM Globe Life reported an extortion attempt by an unknown threat actor who demanded payment to prevent the release of stolen data from earlier this year. The breach could affect over 5,000 customers of its subsidiary, American Income Life Insurance Company. However, the company claims operations and financials remain largely unaffected. … Read more
October 15, 2024 at 02:21PM Apple TV’s tvOS 17.5 addresses multiple security vulnerabilities, enhancing memory handling and input validation. Key issues include potential system shutdowns, app terminations, arbitrary code execution, and user data access. Updates are available for Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K models. ### Meeting Takeaways on tvOS 17.5 Security Updates **Release … Read more
October 15, 2024 at 02:03PM Apple has released an update for macOS Sonoma 14.6 addressing multiple vulnerabilities, including issues related to privacy breaches, unauthorized data access, and potential app crashes. The update improves security through enhanced checks, memory handling, and input validation to mitigate risks associated with malicious applications and crafted files. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more
October 15, 2024 at 01:57PM Apple ID 120913 will release an update on July 29, 2024, to address vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-40817, CVE-2024-40776, etc.) in Safari 17.6. These issues, resolved through improved state management, may allow unauthorized access to Private Browsing tabs on macOS Monterey and Ventura. **Meeting Takeaways:** – **Apple ID:** 120913 – **Release Date:** July … Read more
October 11, 2024 at 10:07AM Non-human identities (NHIs) have significantly increased in cybersecurity, posing risks as potential entry points for attackers. With far more NHIs than human users, visibility and privilege sprawl are major challenges. To mitigate these risks, organizations must enhance discovery, inventory, and management practices, prioritizing NHI security alongside traditional measures. ### Meeting … Read more
October 9, 2024 at 09:07PM AI-powered cyberattacks, especially involving deepfakes, are surging in the Asia-Pacific, with a 600% increase in deepfake mentions reported by UNODC. Cybercriminals leverage generative AI for phishing, misinformation, and sophisticated scams. Socioeconomic issues exacerbate the vulnerability in the region, necessitating international collaboration to combat these threats effectively. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. … Read more
October 9, 2024 at 10:04AM Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face heightened cyberattack risks due to limited resources and inadequate defenses. With nearly 70% experiencing breaches, a comprehensive approach focusing on skilled personnel, tailored processes, and appropriate technologies is essential. Engaging leadership and seeking external expertise can enhance cybersecurity resilience and protect SMBs’ future growth. … Read more