All Sectors Experiencing Increase Ransomware Attacks in October
All Sectors Experiencing Increase Ransomware Attacks in October Chris Swagler | November 8th, 2023After ransomware activity had hit all-time highs in September, the trend of ransomware attacks targeting hospitals and schools continued to escalate in October. The 2023 ransomware database maintained by an editorial follows publicly acknowledged and reported ransomware attacks against US companies […]
Pharmaceutical Industry Impacted By Data Breaches in 2023
Pharmaceutical Industry Impacted By Data Breaches in 2023 Chris Swagler | November 7th, 2023Data breaches have become too familiar in the medical industry, carrying hefty price tags. Among the sectors falling under the medical umbrella, healthcare and pharmaceuticals have emerged as leaders in incurring the highest average costs associated with data breaches, as highlighted […]
Top Cyberattack Risks Impacting 8 Industries
Top Cyberattack Risks Impacting 8 Industries Chris Swagler | November 2nd, 2023As we move deeper into the digital age, cyberattack risks continue to loom. In 2020, cybercrime was already ranked as the fifth most significant risk, and this peril has only intensified in 2022. The proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices is […]
MGM Resorts IT Systems Paralyzed By Cyberattack
MGM Resorts IT Systems Paralyzed By Cyberattack Chris Swagler | November 1st, 2023MGM Resorts International, a colossal hotel and casino conglomerate, is trapped in a dire cybersecurity predicament, rendering several essential systems, including its flagship website and online booking portals, inoperable. The company’s response to this crisis has once again thrust it into the […]
Vulnerabilities in Connected Vehicles Raises Privacy Concerns
Vulnerabilities in Connected Vehicles Raises Privacy Concerns Chris Swagler | October 20th, 2023In today’s fast-paced digital world, our vehicles have evolved into more than just modes of transportation. With an internet connection, they offer myriad features, from weather reports to automated payments for fuel. However, as cars become increasingly connected and technologically advanced, […]
Topgolf Callaway’s Data Breach: Over 1 Million Golfers’ Personal Info Exposed
Topgolf Callaway’s Data Breach: Over 1 Million Golfers’ Personal Info Exposed Chris Swagler | October 16th, 2023In a digital age where information security is paramount, even the giants of the sports equipment industry are not immune to cyber threats. Recently, Topgolf Callaway Brands, a renowned American sports equipment manufacturer specializing in golf gear […]
Bolstering Isolated OT Networks to Protect Oil and Gas Companies from Ransomware
Bolstering Isolated OT Networks to Protect Oil and Gas Companies from Ransomware Chris Swagler | October 12th, 2023Cybersecurity has grown incredibly intricate in our interconnected world, particularly for industries critical to our global infrastructure, such as oil and gas. The recent surge in ransomware attacks targeting these sectors has sparked grave concerns about the […]
Paramount Global Responds to Data Breach: Less Than 100 Individuals Affected
Paramount Global Responds to Data Breach: Less Than 100 Individuals Affected Chris Swagler | October 11th, 2023Paramount Global, a prominent American entertainment conglomerate, recently found itself at the center of a cybersecurity storm. Following an unauthorized breach into their systems, the company confirmed a data breach that exposed the personally identifiable information (PII) of […]
Rising Threat: Healthcare Industry Battling Escalating Data Breaches
Rising Threat: Healthcare Industry Battling Escalating Data Breaches Chris Swagler | October 6th, 2023A ransomware assault on healthcare systems in Connecticut and across various states has underscored a mounting and worrisome issue confronting the healthcare industry. The healthcare industry has emerged as the prime target for data breaches, as revealed by data from the […]
Manufacturing Sector Impacted By Ransomware Attack Surge
Manufacturing Sector Impacted By Ransomware Attack Surge Chris Swagler | September 29th, 2023The global manufacturing sector, an economic powerhouse driving almost 15% of the world’s GDP, has recently been jolted by a menacing rise in ransomware attacks, surging by a staggering 130%. This alarming trend signals a dire need for the sector to fortify […]
