Secret CISO 12/21: Clinic, Rapido, Monument Health, Credit Union, Duke Energy Data Breaches; Microsoft, Cisco, McDonald's Security Flaws; Research on AI, Biochar, Microgrid Cyber Resilience

Good morning, Secret CISO readers! Today's newsletter is packed with the latest updates on data breaches and security research. We start with a critique of a clinic's response to a data breach that exposed patients' personal and financial data. In India, ride-hailing platform Rapido has

Secret CISO 12/20: RIBridges and CellOPark Data Breaches, Meezan Bank Denies Claims, NY Attorney General Secures $500K, Research on Gmail Security and AI Safety

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO. We're diving into a series of data breaches that have left thousands of individuals and businesses vulnerable. From the RIBridges data breach that has left many questioning the safety of their personal information, to the Brisbane council parking app

Secret CISO 12/19: SRP Federal Credit Union and Luxottica data breaches, HDFC Life Insurance data theft, Meta fined $264M, Security flaws in AI models discovered by Swiss researchers

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO. We're diving into the world of data breaches, security research, and expert insights. First up, we have a massive data breach at SRP Federal Credit Union exposing the personal information of over 240,000 members. In the wake of

Secret CISO 12/18: Meta's €251M Fine for 2018 Breach, Massive Healthcare Data Breach Affects 500K, Cisco Data Leaked, Research on Cybersecurity Threats for 2025

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, your daily dose of cybersecurity news. Today, we're diving into the world of data breaches and fines, with Meta taking center stage. The tech giant has been slapped with a whopping €251 million fine for mishandling a 2018 data

Secret CISO 12/17: Texas Tech University and Meta Face Major Data Breaches, AI Implementation Hurdles, and Emerging Security Research

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO. We're diving into a series of data breaches that have recently shaken the tech world. Texas Tech University has suffered a significant data breach, impacting 1.4 million individuals. The stolen data includes sensitive information such as names, social

Secret CISO 12/15: Rhode Island Benefits System Ransomware Attack, ParkMobile Data Breach, Cleo Data Theft by Clop Ransomware, AI Shopping Agents Security Risk

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO. We're diving into a series of data breaches that have been making headlines, starting with the overselling of cybersecurity by companies. As the NH Business Review warns, such incidents can lead to regulatory fines. In Bloomington, Indiana, victims of

Secret CISO 12/14: Rhode Island's RIBridges System Breached, 17M Patient Records Stolen, SRP Federal Credit Union Exposes Data, Microsoft 2FA Bypass Attack Uncovered

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO. Today, we're diving into a series of cybersecurity breaches that have hit various sectors, from healthcare to financial institutions, and even state systems. First, we'll explore the recent breach that hit Rhode Island's RIBridges System,

Secret CISO 12/13: Record Data Breaches in WA, Ames Goldsmith and Senior Dating Site Under Investigation, ParkMobile and USAA Settle, Krispy Kreme and Byte Federal Hacked, Microsoft 2FA Bypass Exposes 400M Users, AI Reshaping Security Landscape

Subject: Secret CISO Daily: Data Breach Epidemic and the Rising Tide of Security Concerns Hello there, In today's issue of Secret CISO, we're diving deep into a wave of data breaches that have swept across various sectors, from state governments to dating websites, and even doughnut

Secret CISO 12/12: US Banks and ParkMobile hit by data breaches, Byte Federal exposes 58K users, SecurityScorecard and Cequence reveal alarming research

Hello there, Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO. We have a lot to unpack today, so let's dive right in. First up, a shocking report from SecurityScorecard reveals that a staggering 97% of leading U.S. banks have been impacted by third-party data breaches. The

Secret CISO 12/10: Unprecedented Data Breaches at HealthAlliance, Irish University, and Highgate Hotels; Deloitte and Cipla Deny Hacks; Research Reveals OpenWrt Vulnerability and Arctic Security Shifts

Good morning, Secret CISO readers! Today's newsletter is packed with critical updates from the cybersecurity world. We're seeing a concerning trend of firms failing to grasp the financial impact of cyber breaches, with HealthAlliance paying a hefty $550,000 for neglecting a known vulnerability. In Ireland,

Secret CISO 12/9: Deloitte and Anna Jaques Hospital Ransomware Breaches, Prison Data Leak, DarkOwl & 3B Data Security Partnership

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, your daily source for the most impactful cybersecurity news. Today, we delve into a series of data breaches and ransomware attacks that have left organizations scrambling to secure their systems. Deloitte, a global professional services network, is in the spotlight after

Secret CISO 12/8: 8Base Ransomware Hits Croatia's Port, QR Codes Bypass Security, KillSec3 Leverages Leaked Data, Israel Strikes Syrian Security Complex

Good day, Secret CISO readers! In today's edition, we delve into the world of cyber threats and data breaches, starting with the recent attack on Croatia's Port of Rijeka by the 8Base ransomware group. We'll also discuss the growing trend of QR codes bypassing

Secret CISO 12/7: Liberty First Credit Union breaches; Meta fined by Ireland; HIPAA violations lead to $1.7M fines; Research on AI vulnerabilities and cybersecurity compliance in banks

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO. We're diving into the 2025 Digital Operational Resilience Act and its potential impact on the data security landscape. We'll also be discussing key trends in data privacy litigation that made headlines in 2024, including the Equifax Class

Secret CISO 12/6: Deloitte Denies Breach Amid Brain Cipher Claims, Atrium Health Data Breach Impacts 585K, Research Reveals Flaws in Open-Source ML Frameworks, Chinese Hackers Breach US Telecom Providers

Good morning, Secret CISO readers! In today's issue, we're diving into a whirlwind of cybersecurity news that's been making headlines. First up, we're examining the recent claim by the Brain Cipher hacker group that they've successfully breached Deloitte's

Secret CISO 12/5: Equifax's Hidden Payout, German Court's Data Breach Guidance, Atrium Health's Tracking Tech, HDFC's Dark Web Leak, Florida's HIPAA Penalty, Security Summit's Call to Action

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, your daily dose of cybersecurity updates. Today, we're diving into a series of data breaches that have impacted various sectors, from healthcare to insurance. First up, Equifax customers affected by the 2017 data breach may be eligible for additional

Secret CISO 12/4: Experian's Forecast Flags New Cyber Threats, Change Healthcare Explores Breach Settlement, 63% Companies to Pass Breach Costs to Customers, Ticketmaster Hacked, AI Bypasses Biometric Security

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, your daily dose of the most impactful cybersecurity news. Today, we're diving into the underutilized power of encryption in preventing data breaches, as highlighted by Forbes. We'll also explore Experian's 12th annual Data Breach Industry

Secret CISO 12/3: Atrium Health's Data Breach Apology, BigID's New Data Security Tool, Third-Party Access Risks, Colonial Behavioral Health & Veterans Health Administration Breach

Welcome to today's edition of Secret CISO, your daily source for the most impactful cybersecurity news. Today, we delve into the recent data breach at Atrium Health, which impacted patients who used the "MyAtriumHealth" and "MyCarolinas" portals between January 2015 and July 2019. Atrium

Secret CISO 12/2: NHS Hospital Ransomware Attack, AWS Cloud Security Response, Microsoft's Windows Resiliency Initiative, Google's Gmail Security Surprise

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, your daily dose of cybersecurity insights. Today, we're diving into the world of vendor data breach risks for small businesses, exploring the National Law Review's advice on procurement practices and contract reviews. We'll also look

Secret CISO 12/1: SL Data Services breach exposes 600k records, HDFC Life fights data extortion, Nvidia's AI for container security, Uganda's Central Bank hacked

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, your daily dose of cybersecurity insights. Today, we delve into the alarming exposure of over 600,000 records, including background checks, vehicle, and property records, a breach that has left many in shock. We'll also explore the evolving cyber

Secret CISO 11/30: Zello and Bologna FC Face Breaches, China's Privacy Settings Evolve, Canadian Media Sues OpenAI, Cybersecurity Measures Enhanced

Hello there, Welcome to today's edition of the Secret CISO newsletter. We're here to keep you updated on the latest developments in the world of cybersecurity. Let's dive right in! First up, we have a security alert from Zello, urging users to reset their

Secret CISO 11/29: Edelson Lechtzin LLP and Met Police Data Breaches, Washington's Record High Breaches, North Korean Hackers Funding Nuclear Program

Subject: Secret CISO Daily: Data Breaches Reach New Highs, Cybersecurity Myths Debunked, and More Hello there, In today's issue of Secret CISO, we're diving into a series of data breaches that have made headlines recently. From Edelson Lechtzin LLP's ongoing investigation into a breach

Secret CISO 11/28: GEICO, Travelers Pay $11.3M for Breaches, OnePoint Patient Care Breach Affects 1.7M, Snowflake Hacked, T-Mobile Thwarts Intrusion, Research on Mobile Users' Security Behavior

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, your daily dose of cybersecurity news and insights. Today, we're diving into the world of data breaches and their costly consequences. Starting off, we have auto insurance giants GEICO and The Travelers Indemnity Co. who have agreed to pay

Secret CISO 11/27: Anniemac, Washington, Finsure, LifeLabs breaches; Geico, Travelers fined; Quantum, Cyber risks research

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, where we delve into the latest happenings in the world of cybersecurity. Today, we're focusing on the alarming surge in data breaches. Anniemac Home Mortgage is facing a lawsuit after failing to protect customer data, while Washington state has

Secret CISO 11/25: Tesla and Banque de France Data Leaks, NOQ Group Dark Web Threat, AI in Cybersecurity Market Growth, UK's New AI Security Research Lab

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, your daily dose of cybersecurity insights. Today, we're diving into the dark web, where Tesla charging stations, Banque de France, and the NOQ Group have been targeted. We'll explore how these cyber attacks raise concerns about national