Secret CISO 12/23: Illinois DHS and McDonalds hit by data breaches, OpenAI fined for GDPR violations, research reveals phishing as main breach cause

Hello Secret CISO readers, In today's issue, we're diving into the world of data breaches and cybersecurity. We're starting off with a conversation with a self-proclaimed data breach watchdog and activist, who shares insights into the current state of data breaches and leaks. Next,

Secret CISO 12/22: RIBridges, Douglas County, CGU, Ascension Health breaches; LockBit Ransomware developer charged; OpenAI, Sri Lanka, Purdue University research updates

Welcome to today's issue of Secret CISO, where we delve into the latest developments in the world of cybersecurity. Today, we're unpacking the RIBridges debacle, a cautionary tale of mismanagement that underscores the non-negotiable nature of data security. We're also looking at the fallout

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,