Star Health Insurance experienced a massive data breach involving around 7 TB of highly sensitive information. The point of contention is the allegation that the data was purchased from the company’s Chief Information Security Officer, Amarjeet Khanuja. Statements from multiple security researchers point to inconsistencies in the claims including false email screenshots and a potential impersonation attack by insider traders. CISOs are recommending a range of stronger security measures to prevent future breaches.

Hackers Hammer Android and iPhone Users As Bank Account Attacks Surge 258% in One Year: Kaspersky
The number of smartphone users affected by banking malware soared 258% in 2024, according to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. The most prolific malware was Mamont, which