Recent Data Breaches

Root Insurance Fined $975,000

Summary Root Insurance has been fined $975,000 for a data breach affecting 45,000 New Yorkers. The breach exposed driver’s license numbers and other personal information, which criminals then used to file fraudulent unemployment claims. Root […]

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Advance Tapes Data Breach

Summary Advance Tapes International suffered a data breach on March 24, 2025, with 128.70GB of data compromised by the ransomware group Medusa. This incident highlights the growing threat of ransomware attacks and the importance of […]

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Ransomware’s Rise

Summary The 2024 State of Ransomware Report from BlackFog reveals a record-breaking year for ransomware attacks, with LockBit and RansomHub leading the charge. Data exfiltration reached an all-time high, impacting various sectors, especially manufacturing, services, […]

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Ransomware’s Reign: 10 Devastating Attacks

Summary This article explores 10 of the most impactful ransomware attacks in recent years, highlighting the devastating consequences for businesses, governments, and individuals. From healthcare disruptions to supply chain breakdowns, these attacks underscore the growing […]

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Fake File Converters: A Ransomware Risk

Summary The FBI warns about the increasing use of fake online file converters to spread malware, especially ransomware. These malicious tools often mimic legitimate websites and can infect computers even if the conversion appears successful. […]

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Finastra Data Breach: Victims Notified

Summary Finastra has started notifying individuals affected by a data breach that occurred between October 31 and November 8, 2024. The breach involved unauthorized access to an internal secure file transfer platform, leading to the […]

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HellCat’s Jira Hacking Spree

Summary The HellCat hacker group is targeting Jira servers worldwide, exploiting compromised credentials to steal sensitive data from companies like Ascom, Jaguar Land Rover, and Affinitiv. This campaign highlights the vulnerability of project management platforms […]

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HSHS Data Breach Impacts 882K

Summary The Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) suffered a cyberattack in August 2023, compromising the data of 882,782 patients. The compromised data included names, addresses, dates of birth, social security numbers, driver’s license numbers, medical […]

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Quest Unveils Ransomware Recovery Advancements

Summary Quest Software has released new tools to help organizations combat ransomware attacks. These include Security Guardian Shields Up, which freezes changes to Active Directory objects to disrupt attacks, and Disaster Recovery for Identity, which […]

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Medusa Ransomware Alert

Summary The FBI and CISA have issued warnings about Medusa ransomware targeting Gmail and Outlook users. This ransomware encrypts data and threatens to release stolen information if a ransom is not paid. Users should implement […]