Recent Data Breaches

Play Ransomware Exploits Windows

Summary Play ransomware, also known as PlayCrypt, has exploited a zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2025-29824) in the Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver. This allowed the group to escalate privileges and deploy malware, including the Grixba […]

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Star Health Hacker Targets Executives

Summary A hacker, known as xenZen, leaked Star Health customer data and sent death threats and bullets to the company’s CEO and CFO. The hacker claims this was motivated by the denial of customer medical […]

Recent Data Breaches

Arctera Empowers Partners

Summary Arctera’s new FY26 Channel Partner Program offers enhanced rewards and resources, aligning with its three core business units: data compliance, data resilience, and data protection. This marks Arctera’s first full-year program since its separation […]

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Nova Scotia Power Cyberattack

Summary Nova Scotia Power, a major Canadian electric utility, suffered a cyberattack in late April 2025. While the attack disrupted IT systems and compromised some customer data, it did not affect power generation or distribution. […]

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LoanDepot Ransomware Attack Exposes Millions

Summary A ransomware attack on LoanDepot in January 2024 compromised the personal information of approximately 16.6 million customers. The ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group claimed responsibility for the attack, which led to lawsuits, investigations, and a substantial […]

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Georgia Hospital Wins Data Tracking Case

Summary A Georgia hospital successfully fought off a class action lawsuit concerning the use of data-tracking tools on its website. The court dismissed the case, potentially influencing similar lawsuits against healthcare providers. This victory may […]

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Calvià Council Ransomware Attack

Summary Calvià City Council, a Majorcan tourist hotspot, was hit by a ransomware attack in early 2024. The attackers demanded an $11 million ransom, which the mayor refused to pay. The council, while working with […]

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LockBit’s Leaky Ledger

Summary A cyberattack on the LockBit ransomware gang has exposed almost 60,000 Bitcoin wallets, offering a potential treasure trove of information for investigators. While LockBit claims no sensitive data was compromised, the leak includes details […]

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Ascension Data Breach Impacts 430,000

Summary Ascension, a major US healthcare system, recently announced a data breach affecting over 430,000 patients. The breach stemmed from a vulnerability in third-party software used by a former business partner. Ascension is offering affected […]

Recent Data Breaches

Schneider Electric Attacked

Summary Schneider Electric, a global energy management giant, suffered a ransomware attack in November 2024, resulting in the theft of 44 GB of data. The Hellcat ransomware group demanded a ransom of $125,000 in baguettes, […]