Data breach stories - Page 18
Trustwave highlights critical cyber threats to financial services
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
Trustwave's latest reports unveil growing cryptocurrency and ransomware threats in financial services, highlight the urgency of combating phishing-as-a-service and insider threats.
BigID & Cohesity expand partnership for enhanced data security
Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
BigID and Cohesity expand their partnership to bolster data security and risk management in backup processes, enhancing visibility and control over sensitive data.
A third of companies hit by data breach amid rising concerns
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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saas
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physical security
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breach prevention
A report by AppOmni reveals that one third of companies suffered a data breach this year, amid rising generative AI concerns and declining SaaS confidence.
Enzoic boosts Active Directory security with new features
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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cx
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
Enzoic's updated Active Directory tool bolsters password security and eases IT workloads with continuous monitoring, detailed insights, and enhanced permissions.
NHS ransomware attack exposes vulnerabilities, experts warn of rising threats
Fri, 9th Aug 2024
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
NHS ransomware attack reveals critical cybersecurity flaws; software provider fined GBP £6m for data breach affecting 80,000 people.
Life360 breach exposes 442,000 users: experts warn of API vulnerabilities
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Life360 suffers major data breach exposing personal information of 442,519 users. API flaw also affects Tile, leading to sensitive data theft and extortion attempt.
AT&T data breach: experts call for enhanced security and vigilance
Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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encryption
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
A five-month data breach at AT&T has exposed the information of all customers within that period, highlighting urgent cybersecurity challenges in the telecom sector.
New data breaches spark cybersecurity fears as Twilio confirms attack
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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mfa
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breach prevention
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data breach
ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for compromising 33 million Twilio users' phone numbers via the Authy 2FA app, sparking major security concerns.
Half of IT professionals uncertain of devices on their networks
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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network infrastructure
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Half of IT pros believe unknown devices are on their networks, posing high risks, finds ACDS survey. Over two-thirds faced multiple data breaches in two years.
Research shows mobile workers put corporate data at significant risk
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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phishing
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email security
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breach prevention
Research by Apricorn shows 63% of UK and US IT leaders fear mobile workers will cause data breaches, with 55% admitting deliberate security compromises.
Why data still leaks through enterprise DLP solutions
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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phishing
Despite enterprise DLP solutions, data leaks persist, costing an average of USD $4.45 million per breach. Learn why browser security agents could be the key to plugging security gaps.
Global survey reveals growing inadequacies in cyber threat response
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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cloud security
A global survey by Gigamon reveals a 20% rise in undetected cyber breaches, with only 25% of organisations able to respond in real time. Australia fares worse, with 42% of breaches detected through dark web leaks.
Reactions to Ticketmaster data breach exposing 500 million users' data
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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Ticketmaster confirms a massive data breach affecting over 500 million customers, with personal information reportedly sold on the dark web. Experts call for urgent cybersecurity measures.
Alleged Ticketmaster data breach tied to Snowflake security flaw
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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martech
Ticketmaster may have suffered a data breach after BreachForums' relaunch, say reports. Experts urge vigilance but caution against premature conclusions.
Is your cloud network really ready for Generative AI?
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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data protection
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network infrastructure
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public cloud
Businesses must assess cloud network readiness and connectivity requirements before deploying Generative AI, or face major security and operational risks.
97% of UK FTSE 100 firms hit by third-party cyber breaches
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
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breach prevention
A SecurityScorecard report reveals 97% of the UK's FTSE 100 firms faced third-party breaches last year, stressing urgent supply chain cybersecurity enhancements.
Millions of customers urged to take action after Ticketmaster data breach
Thu, 30th May 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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encryption
Ticketmaster has suffered a major data breach compromising the personal information of more than 500 million users.
Cyberattacks exploiting trusted ties spanned over a month in 2023
Fri, 17th May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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data breach
Cyberattacks exploiting trusted relationships surged in 2023, with over 20% lasting more than a month, according to Kaspersky.
UK IT leaders say £145K cyber loss needed for execs to act
Wed, 15th May 2024
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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trend micro
UK cybersecurity leaders are downplaying risks amid boardroom pressure, with many believing a £145k financial loss is needed to spur executive action.
Exclusive: How AvePoint is tackling complex data management
Fri, 10th May 2024
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data protection
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
AvePoint's VP, Max McNamara, details strategies employed by the global data management firm in navigating and shaping the digital landscape.