Tag: 2023
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Breach in the Stars: Unraveling JAXA’s Cyberattack and Its Implications
The Japanese Space Agency, also known as JAXA, recently became the target of a significant cyberattack. The breach, which occurred during the summer, potentially compromised sensitive space-related technology and data. A Brief Overview JAXA’s computer systems were breached in a cyberattack that took place over the summer. The infiltration was discovered in the fall when…
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Samsung’s UK Data Breach: Unveiling Vulnerabilities
Samsung, a global technology leader, recently confirmed a cybersecurity incident that resulted in the unauthorized access to some UK customers’ contact information. This data breach, however, did not involve any financial data or customer passwords. A Brief Overview of the Incident The cybersecurity incident had affected those who made purchases from Samsung’s UK online store,…
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System Shutdown at Mr. Cooper: Cybersecurity Incident Analysis and Updates
Mr. Cooper, the mortgage lending agency based in Dallas, Texas, recently became the victim of a cybersecurity assault. This unexpected breach led to a comprehensive shutdown of their IT systems, including their online payment portal. “On October 31, 2023, Mr. Cooper determined that the company had experienced a cybersecurity incident in which an unauthorized third…
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Protecting the Unprotected: Casio Goes Through its Latest Data Breach
Casio’s data breached impacts customers in 149 countries Japanese electronics manufacturer, Casio, recently found itself at the center of a cybersecurity storm when it disclosed a data breach impacting customers in 149 countries. Consequently, this breach serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safeguarding customer information and the need for constant vigilance in…
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Ontario’s Data Breach: What You Need To Know
BORN Ontario child registry data breach affects 3.4 million people The Better Outcomes Registry & Network (BORN) of Ontario has recently experienced a significant data breach affecting millions. This government-funded healthcare organization focused on perinatal and child registry. These incidents have shed light on the fragility of security systems in governmental entities. Details of the…
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Sony Investigates New Data Breach. Who Is The Threat Actor?
Multiple hackers claim responsibility for cyberattack Sony again finds itself in alleged cyber attack. In late September 2023, allegations emerged about a potential data breach targeting the tech giant. With differing claims about the breach and its origins, what’s the reality behind these claims? Here’s what we know so far. The Main Suspects On Monday,…
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Microsoft’s Data Leak: The Unexpected Challenge of AI Exposure
Microsoft inadvertently exposed 38 terabytes of sensitive data This oversight happened when the company was sharing open-source training data from its GitHub repository. At this time the repository known as “robust-models-transfer” is no longer accessible. This repository pertained to a 2020 research paper on adversarially robust ImageNet models. Behind the Breach Azure’s Shared Access Signature…
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MGM Resorts’ Virtual Vulnerability: The Cyberattack that Shattered Security
Chaos at the Casino In a dramatic turn of events, MGM Resorts International, a titan in the casino and hospitality space, found itself under cyber siege. A message broadcast on X (formerly Twitter) indicates that the digital assault brought chaos to key operational areas, including the main website, online booking, and essential in-casino services like…
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Coffee Lost Bagel: How Dating App Suffered a Cyberattack
A Week-Long Service Disruption During the last week of August, users of Coffee Meets Bagel (CMB) faced difficulties signing into their accounts or using the app. These issues disrupted users’ dating routines. Specifically, CMB determined that an “external actor” had deleted company data and files, causing the outage. The Outage: More Than a Technical Glitch…
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Cyberattack Hits “Mom’s Meals”: 1.2M Victims
Even ransomware couldn’t resist a taste of Mom’s Meals PurFoods, operating under the business name ‘Mom’s Meals,’ has recently disclosed a significant data breach that has affected the personal information of around 1.2 million customers and employees. The breach was a result of a ransomware attack, underscoring the importance of robust cybersecurity practices in today’s…