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New research by Outpost24 has revealed that IT administrators could be just as predictable as end-users when it comes to passwords. An analysis of just over 1.8 million passwords ranked ‘admin’ as the most popular password (with over 40,000 entries), with additional findings pointing to a continued acceptance of default passwords. This research comes in light of new legislations brought in by governments in recent years that ban the use of default passwords. This measure...

Flagstar Bank is notifying customers that a data breach targeting a third-party vendor has resulted in the exposure of personal customer information. Flagstar uses the vendor in question, Fiserv, for transaction processing and mobile banking services. The notice sent out on Friday states that Fiserv is one of the many organisations impacted by the headlining mass MOVEit file transfer hack.  Prior to its 2022 acquisition by New York Community Bank, Flagstar previously had assets of over $31...

Two of Las Vegas' iconic casinos, the MGM and Caesars hotel, have fallen victim to a major cyberattack. Over the course of this week, it has been revealed that computer systems had been left severely disrupted, causing widespread panic throughout the hospitality and gaming industry. Reports claim casino guests and staff have had difficulties accessing room reservations, making transactions, and using key services. The management immediately initiated an emergency response protocol to contain the situation...

In 2019, cybersecurity firm Group-IB exposed a Russia-based scam-as-a-service operation. This scheme, initially known as Classiscam, employed counterfeit classified advertisements and social engineering tactics to deceive individuals into purchasing non-existent products or services. Victims were manipulated into transferring money directly to the malicious actors or to their bank cards. Over the course of four years, Classiscam evolved from a relatively simple and straightforward scam into a highly sophisticated and globally reaching network. It involved at...

Quest Software, a systems management, data protection and security software, company, has announced what it calls its latest breakthrough in data management with the launch of erwin Data Modeler by Quest 12.5. Boasting cutting-edge features that enhance data quality, governance, and stakeholder collaboration, erwin Data Modeler 12.5 drives organisations towards data democratisation, facilitating strategic efforts such as AI Large Language Model (LLM) development, data intelligence and data platform modernisation.   Driving Innovation Organisations that maintain...

In a significant blow to data security, the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has fallen victim to a major data breach this week, resulting in the exposure of sensitive information to both officers and citizens, raising concerns about the potential implications for national security and personal privacy. The breach compromised highly sensitive data including personal details of police personnel, confidential case files, and potentially even operational tactics. It is believed that the breach could...

Lookout, the endpoint-to-cloud security company, today announced the launch of Lookout SAIL, the Company’s new generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) assistant that will reshape the way cybersecurity professionals interact with Lookout Mobile Endpoint Security and Lookout Cloud Security solutions and conduct cybersecurity analysis and data protection.   In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, companies are engaged in an ongoing battle against cyber criminals who are constantly innovating new tactics. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated,...

New research by Lookout has revealed that there is a lack of awareness towards the NCSC Cyber Essentials framework. The endpoint-to-cloud security provider found only 28% of organisations had fully implemented Cyber Essentials, with over a third (40%) of security professionals claiming they were unfamiliar with the scheme. Of those that had not implemented the scheme, over half (58%) said a lack of awareness or understanding as the reason why their organisation had not done...

API security company Salt Security has announced the appointment of Ori Bach to the Salt senior leadership team as executive Vice President of Product. With more than 15 years of experience leading product strategy at technology companies, Bach will define product vision and oversee the global product team, driving product roadmaps, customer input, and new enhancements and security integrations to meet increasing demand for the Salt Security API Protection Platform. “We are thrilled to welcome...

The Australian Home Affairs department may want to bury their heads in the sand after accidentally exposing sensitive information of more than 50 small business survey participants. Why were they being surveyed? Ironically, to get their thoughts on cybersecurity. It is believed the names, business names, phone numbers and emails of the participants in the survey were released on the parliament website in response to a question for a government cybersecurity report. The report is...