Infosecurity News
Senators Introduce Quantum Encryption Preparedness Law
Lawmakers introduced the bill because they’re worried about the potential for quantum computers to easily crack current cryptographic algorithms
Criminals Use Malware as Messaging Bots to Steal Data
Cyber-criminals are using the Telegram and Discord messaging apps as command and control mechanisms
US Doubles Reward for Info on North Korean Hackers
State Department hopes financial inducement will unmask threat actors
No More Ransom Has Helped Over 1.5m Victims
European initiative celebrates sixth birthday
Data Breach Costs Reach New Record High
Most impacted companies raise product prices following incident
Phishers Targeted Financial Services Most During H1 2022
The report found Microsoft was the most impersonated brand overall
Poor Training and Communications Hindering Cybersecurity Efforts
Over a third (36%) of employees consider security training boring
Uber Settles 2016 Hacking Case With DoJ
The ride-sharing giant has agreed to help the DoJ prosecute its former chief security officer in exchange for escaping prosecution itself
Global Malware Volumes Increase for First Time in Three Years
Ransomware dips worldwide but surges in Europe
Lockbit Ramps Up Attacks on Public Sector
Ransomware gang hits Canadian town and Italian government
T-Mobile to Pay $350m Settlement in Breach Case
Tens of millions were impacted by 2021 incident
NIST Updates Healthcare Security Guidance
The updated document provides more actionable measures for healthcare organizations
Indian Insurance Portal Policybazaar Suffers Breach
The company claims that "no significant customer data was exposed" in the incident
NCSC Tests Cyber Advisor Program
The Cyber Advisor service will certify individual consultants who can provide practical advice to help secure businesses
UK Seizes Nearly $27m in Crypto-Assets
Investigators trumpet money laundering crackdown
Medical Device Maker to Pay $13m in False Claims Case
Biotronik accused of engaging in kickback scheme
Cyber-Attacks on Port of LA Double
Surge in threats coming from eastern Europe
Malware-as-a-Service Creating New Cybercrime Ecosystem
It is easier than ever to launch cyber-attacks due to the rise of malware-as-a-service
Google Brings Back Android App Permissions Section to the Play Store
The Android Developers team said it reversed the decision due to customer feedback
Hacked Ukrainian Radio Stations Broadcast Fake News About President Zelensky’s Health
The so-far unidentified hackers broadcasted reports that Zelensky was hospitalized “in an intensive care ward”
