American state-level lawmakers are working to reduce liability for healthcare organisations amidst a rise in cyberattacks and data breaches. These moves, which aim to reduce the prevalence of class-action lawsuits in cases of breaches, are controversial. Advocates argue they protect providers unfairly targeted despite cautionary measures, enable further investment in cybersecurity, and believe state-level legislation allows for nuanced approaches. Critics, however, suggest they reduce incentives for data protection and prioritise minimising payouts over security improvement.
Banshee macOS stealer supports new evasion mechanisms
A new version of the Banshee macOS (operating system) information-stealing malware has emerged with enhanced evasion capabilities. Discovered by Check Point researchers, the malware is