The U.K.’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has launched an investigation into a potential data breach at MoneyGram, following a report from the global money transfer giant. The breach was disclosed by MoneyGram after a cybersecurity incident that caused widespread operational disruptions, impacting millions of customers and partners worldwide, including the Bank of Jamaica and the […]
Dutch Police Hacked! Sensitive Data of Thousands of Officers Exposed
In a shocking incident, the Dutch government announced that the contact details of all police officers in the Netherlands were stolen in a significant cyberattack. The breach was disclosed by David van Weel, the Dutch minister of justice and security, who reported that while private and research data were not compromised, the hack targeted “work-related […]
AI-Powered Cyber Attacks: Lessons from Star Health’s 2024 Data Breach
In August 2024, Indian health insurer Star Health suffered a significant data breach that exposed sensitive information from over 31 million customers, totaling 7.24 terabytes of medical records, billing details, and identification documents. Hackers reportedly exploited vulnerabilities in Telegram chatbots, underscoring the need for more sophisticated cybersecurity defenses in the insurance industry. As the threat […]
14 Million Patients Impacted by Healthcare Data Breaches in 2024: Why Privacy-First Solutions Matter
The healthcare sector is facing a wave of ransomware attacks in 2024, impacting the personal and medical data of over 14 million patients.
One-Third of the US Population’s Background Info Exposed: How End-to-End Encryption Could Have Prevented This
A major data breach at MC2 Data, a background check firm, has exposed sensitive information about over 100 million US citizens.
Is Your Accounting Software Spying on You? The Hidden Threat to Your Financial Data in 2025
In the digital age, accounting software has become the backbone of businesses. Companies rely on these tools to handle sensitive financial information, trusting that their data will remain secure. But what if the very platforms you’re using to manage your finances are spying on you? With the growing reliance on cloud-based solutions, data privacy has […]