data security
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Business Council of New York State discloses data breach affecting 47,329 people
The Business Council of New York State disclosed a February data breach affecting 47,329 individuals, exposing a broad range of personal, financial and health information. The intrusion was detected in August, and BCNYS has offered free credit monitoring to those affected while it investigates the incident.
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Colt Technology Services says cyber incident disrupted customer portal and Voice API; no evidence of data breach reported
Colt Technology Services disclosed a cyber incident that disrupted its customer portal and internal systems, with no confirmed evidence of data breach. The company has engaged cyber experts and is restoring services, while updating customers via its status page. Separately, a ransomware group claimed to have stolen Colt documents, a claim awaiting verification.
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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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Orange Telecom Confirms Cyberattack Disrupting Services for Customers
Orange, a major telecommunications provider, reported a cyberattack affecting French customers, prompting immediate isolation of impacted systems. As the investigation continues, no evidence of data theft has been found, but disruptions to services remain.
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UK Pet Owners Targeted by Microchip Registration Renewal Scam Amid Data Security Concerns
UK pet owners are targeted by emails claiming microchip registrations are expiring, prompting concerns over data security as investigations reveal flaws in microchip database access protocols.
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Cisco Warns of Critical Vulnerability in Cloud Deployments Exposing Sensitive Data
Cisco has issued a critical vulnerability warning for its Identity Services Engine (ISE) on major cloud platforms, potentially exposing sensitive data due to shared static credentials. Affected platforms include AWS, Azure, and OCI.
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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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The Imperative of Securing AI Workloads in Containerized Environments
As organizations increasingly deploy AI and ML workloads on container platforms, the importance of securing these environments against potential vulnerabilities cannot be overstated. Misconfigurations pose significant risks, and regulatory frameworks like GDPR and HIPAA place the onus of security on the organizations themselves.
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The Critical Shift Towards Tokenization of Personal Data in Digital Identity Verification
Recent data breaches underscore the pressing need for the tokenization of personal data in digital identity verification. Experts urge a shift towards innovative security measures to protect against rising cyber threats and enhance user privacy.
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Study Reveals Alarming Data Risks in Popular Mobile Applications
A new zLabs study reveals critical vulnerabilities in popular mobile applications, highlighting significant risks to sensitive data amidst widespread use and inadequate security practices. Experts urge organizations to prioritize stronger application security.
