Cybercrime

Alta Resources Faces Major Data Breach, Exposing Sensitive Information
Data Protection & Privacy Alta Resources Faces Major Data Breach, Exposing Sensitive Information

In today's digital era, instances of data breaches have become increasingly prevalent, affecting both small businesses and large corporations. The latest significant security incident has impacted Alta Resources Corporation, with over 37,000 individuals' data being compromised. Originally founded

Was North Korea Behind the $308 Million Cryptocurrency Heist?
Malware & Threats Was North Korea Behind the $308 Million Cryptocurrency Heist?

In May 2024, the cryptocurrency world was rocked by a massive theft involving $308 million. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3), and the National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan quickly linked the heist to North Korean hackers. This incident

Cyber Incident Disrupts Operations at Wirral University Teaching Hospital
Malware & Threats Cyber Incident Disrupts Operations at Wirral University Teaching Hospital

In a dramatic sequence of events that has raised significant concerns within the healthcare sector, the Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust in North West England declared a "major incident" following a serious cybersecurity breach that led to the cancellation of all outpatient

Bitfinex Cryptocurrency Heist Organizer Sentenced to Five Years in Prison
Malware & Threats Bitfinex Cryptocurrency Heist Organizer Sentenced to Five Years in Prison

In a landmark case that highlights the intricate nature and high stakes of cybercrime in the digital currency era, Ilya Lichtenstein, the mastermind behind the 2016 Bitfinex exchange heist, received a five-year prison sentence from a United States court. The 35-year-old orchestrated an elaborate

How Did a Cyberattack Push Wirral Hospitals Back to Pen and Paper?
Malware & Threats How Did a Cyberattack Push Wirral Hospitals Back to Pen and Paper?

In an unsettling development, Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust in North West England experienced a critical cybersecurity incident that forced its hospitals to revert to pen-and-paper operations. This unsettling event was initially detected as suspicious activity, prompting the

Cyberattack on Bologna FC by RansomHub Highlights Security Gaps
Malware & Threats Cyberattack on Bologna FC by RansomHub Highlights Security Gaps

In the modern, increasingly connected world, the digital vulnerability of organizations has become a glaring Achilles' heel, with cybercriminals continuously evolving their tactics to exploit any security gaps. The recent cyberattack on Bologna FC, a professional football club in Italy, exemplified

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