Signal Intelligence Market Size Worth USD 22.03 Billion in
Emergen Research’s analysis predicted that the global Signal Intelligence (SIGINT) market will be worth $22.03 billion by 2032. Factors influencing the market growth include the increased usage of geospatial intelligence, rising cybercrimes involving data breaches, growing investment in defense bodies and foreign intelligence platforms. Other key factors contributing to the growth are adoption of common […]
Rayleigh care home with “closed culture” requires improvement
The Rayleigh based care home, Rawreth Court, run by Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, has been told it requires improvement due to breaches of the Mental Capacity and Health and Social Care Acts from ineffective governance and mishandled medicines. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated its service as inadequate due to issues including consent, […]
“Doubling Down”: How Four CIOs Are Tackling the Biggest Challenges in Healthcare
Healthcare IT has undergone significant transformations, with CIOs evolving from pure technologists to senior executives. In a recent NJ/DVHIMSS Fall Conference panel discussion, leaders from Lehigh Valley Health Network, Virtua Health, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and Hunterdon Health discussed how the pandemic accelerated telehealth and remote work programs. They highlighted the increased interest in AI, […]
A Silent Threat to Digital Enterprises
Domain squatting and brand hijacking are damaging digital threats that hurt a company’s reputation, customer trust, and revenue. They involve the misuse or imitation of a domain name or brand to deceive users. Businesses can use measures such as tracking domain authority and backlink profile, getting digital certification, brand monitoring, educating their audience, developing a […]
Welltok Files Notice of MOVEit-Related Data Breach on Behalf of St. Bernards Healthcare | Console and Associates, P.C.
Healthcare support company, Welltok, alerted customers to a data breach dating back to May 2023 in which unauthorized parties accessed sensitive data like Social Security numbers and patient records. Welltok, a subsidiary of Virgin Pulse, discovered the compromised data on its MOVEit server relating to St. Bernards’ patients in particular. The company has since sent […]
AI In Cybersecurity: Exploring the Opportunities and Dangers
AI has potential to revolutionize cybersecurity through tasks like spam filtering and threat detection, however, it also introduces new risks. For instance, AI can create convincing deepfakes and phishing emails, making it harder for users to identify genuine communications. There are also increased risks from AI-generated code vulnerabilities. To mitigate these risks, a human-in-the-loop approach […]
BlackCat affiliate seen using malvertising to spread ransomware
Researchers at eSentire’s Threat Response Unit have observed an affiliate of the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware cartel using malicious advertising to compromise its victims. The affiliate purchases Google ads, directing users to malicious websites where they unwittingly download Nitrogen, a malware designed to give intruders initial access to a target’s IT environment. The operation has been linked […]
How Can We Achieve Workload Hardening?
Workload hardening is a cyber security strategy that fortifies servers, applications and computing environments against vulnerabilities. The process involves removing unnecessary functions, applying security patches and maintaining configurations that follow industry standards. This results in improved system security, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Best practices include following a least-privilege principle, regularly updating security patches, and […]
How Can We Achieve Workload Hardening?
Workload hardening is the process of securing a system or application to reduce susceptibility to cyber threats. It involves fortifying servers, applications, and computing environments against vulnerabilities by removing surplus features and applying security patches. Benefits include enhanced security posture, compliance with industry standards, and improved system performance. Successful workload hardening requires following best practices […]
Australia Sues Clinical Labs Over Data Breach
The Australian Information Commissioner filed a lawsuit against Australian Clinical Labs Limited on November 2, 2023 in relation to a February 2022 data breach. The suit seeks a civil penalty of A$2.2 million for failing to protect patient data from unauthorised access and not notifying the Commissioner about the breach in a timely manner. The […]
