data privacy
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McLaren Health Care Reports Data Breach Affecting 743,000 Patients
McLaren Health Care has confirmed a data breach affecting 743,000 patients, linked to a ransomware attack from July 2024. The breaches revealed sensitive information and follow a previous incident impacting 2.2 million individuals.
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EU Launches DNS4EU to Enhance Digital Sovereignty and Security
The European Union has introduced DNS4EU, a privacy-focused DNS resolution service aimed at enhancing digital sovereignty and security across Europe. This new initiative offers a viable alternative to existing non-European DNS providers and emphasizes user privacy and local regulations.
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Data Leak Exposes Personal Information of Over 3.6 Million Users
A recent data breach has exposed the personal information of over 3.6 million users associated with the app-building platform Passion.io, raising serious privacy and security concerns. Cybersecurity expert Jeremiah Fowler discovered the unsecured database containing sensitive data, prompting immediate action from the company.
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Google Settles Texas Privacy Lawsuits for $1.375 Billion
Google has settled two lawsuits in Texas regarding unlawful tracking and biometric data collection for $1.375 billion, a significant win for consumer privacy rights and a move reflecting growing scrutiny into tech giants’ data practices.
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Microsoft Teams to Implement New Feature to Block Screen Captures in Meetings
Microsoft is introducing a new feature for Teams to prevent users from capturing screenshots during meetings, aimed at safeguarding sensitive information shared in virtual discussions. The feature will roll out globally in July 2025.
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Microsoft OneDrive Sync Feature Raises Security Concerns Among IT Professionals
Microsoft’s new OneDrive sync feature, allowing users to sync personal and corporate accounts, faces backlash from cybersecurity professionals who warn of increased risks of data leaks and compliance violations.
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Cybersecurity Expert Raises Alarm Over DOGE’s Data Access Amid Concerns Over Public Safety
A Baltimore federal judge has ruled that DOGE must purge its access to Social Security data, while an appeals court allowed access to other sensitive federal data. Cybersecurity expert Chad Johnson has raised serious concerns about the implications for public safety and privacy.
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Data Breach Exposes Health Information of Millions Due to Misconfigured Google Analytics
Blue Shield of California has disclosed a data breach affecting 4.7 million subscribers due to a misconfigured Google Analytics service, highlighting critical data privacy lessons for organizations utilizing cloud services.
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Hawk Eye: New Open-Source Tool Enhances Data Security by Detecting Sensitive Information
Hawk Eye, an innovative open-source tool developed by Rohit Kumar, provides advanced capabilities for detecting sensitive information across various data ecosystems, ensuring enhanced data privacy for organizations.
