Privacy
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Manpower data breach affecting about 144,189 individuals; FBI investigating after RansomHub claim
ManpowerGroup disclosed a data breach affecting about 144,189 individuals, with attackers gaining access to systems between December 29, 2024 and January 12, 2025. The company is cooperating with the FBI and offering free credit monitoring through Equifax. The incident was linked to a claim by the RansomHub ransomware group, which reportedly stole about 500GB of…
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Security Flaw in Carmaker’s Online Portal Exposed Customer Data and Could Permit Remote Vehicle Access, Researchers Say
A security flaw in a major carmaker’s online dealer portal exposed customer data and could have enabled attackers to remotely unlock vehicles, prompting a fix in February 2025. Discovered by researcher Eaton Zveare, the vulnerability was described as a serious risk that underscores ongoing cybersecurity challenges in automotive online systems.
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Connex Credit Union Faces Data Breach Affecting Over 172,000 Members
Connex Credit Union has disclosed a data breach affecting over 172,000 members, revealing unauthorized access to personal and financial information, while warning members about potential phishing scams.
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Research Uncovers Privacy Concerns in Apple’s Siri Data Handling
New research reveals that Apple’s Siri may send sensitive user data to company servers beyond its stated privacy policies, raising concerns about the integrity of user privacy and end-to-end encryption.
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Columbia University Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Nearly 870,000
Columbia University has reported a significant data breach that has compromised the personal information of nearly 870,000 individuals, prompting an investigation and offering support services to those affected.
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Bouygues Telecom Faces Data Breach Affecting 6.4 Million Customers
Bouygues Telecom confirms a significant data breach affecting 6.4 million customers, exposing personal data but no credit card details. The company acts quickly to secure its network and notify customers.
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Discovery of Malicious Go Packages Exposes Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Recent cybersecurity research highlights a critical vulnerability in the Go programming ecosystem with the discovery of 11 malicious packages designed for covert data exfiltration on Windows and Linux systems. The malware exploits the decentralized nature of Go modules, undermining developer confidence.
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Air France-KLM Reports Data Breach Affecting Customer Information
Air France and KLM warn of a data breach affecting customer information, while reassuring that financial data remains secure, amid rising cybersecurity threats in the aviation industry.
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Thai Hospital Fined for Using Patient Records as Snack Bags
Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Committee has fined a private hospital 1.2 million baht for using patient files as snack bags, while also reporting a significant data breach by a state agency affecting over 200,000 citizens.
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Pandora Confirms Customer Data Breach Amid Cyber Attack
Pandora has confirmed a cyber attack that compromised certain customer data via a third-party vendor. While no financial information was accessed, exposed details include names and email addresses. Experts warn of potential phishing scams targeting affected customers. The company has since reinforced its security measures and advised customers to remain vigilant against suspicious communications.
