Black Kite’s annual Third Party Breach Report reveals that “silent breaches” through interconnected ecosystems were a major cybersecurity risk in 2024. The study shows over half of disclosed breaches involved unauthorized network access, with ransomware making up 66.7% of known attacks. Also, the healthcare industry accounted for 41.2% of third-party breaches. The report emphasizes the need for improved cybersecurity practices amid increasing reliance on software platforms and third-party vendor relationships.

Cyber incident disrupts services at Marks & Spencer – Digital Watch Observatory
A cyber incident has disrupted services at Marks & Spencer, affecting operations significantly. The Digital Watch Observatory reported that the breach led to service interruptions,