Christine Chen reports: Hackers targeting Australia’s major pension funds in a series of coordinated attacks have stolen savings from some members at the biggest fund, according to a source with knowledge of the matter, and compromised more than 20,000 accounts. National Cyber Security Coordinator Michelle McGuinness said in a statement she was aware of “cyber…
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Hacking Verizon Call Records: A Security Breach with National Security Implications
Kirsten Doyle reports: Security researcher Evan Connelly recently identified a security vulnerability in the Verizon Call Filter iOS app which made it possible for a malicious actor to leak call history logs of Verizon Wireless customers. Call logs can be highly valuable, particularly for nation-states, as they enable intelligence agencies to map social networks, track high-value targets, figure…
Sensitive data was leaked in 2024 Highline Public Schools ransomware attack
Caitlyn Freeman reports: Personal information including Social Security numbers was compromised during the ransomware attack that hit Highline Public Schools in September, officials announced Wednesday. School officials noticed malicious activity on its servers Sept. 7. The district closed schools for two days after the attack, which was later labeled a ransomware attack. After a nearly five-month investigation, officials…
Lawmakers warn of impact HHS firings will have on medical device cybersecurity efforts
Jonathan Greig reports: As thousands were laid off from the Department of Health and Human Services on Tuesday morning, Congress held a hearing on medical device cybersecurity where experts raised concerns about the ramifications of the firings. Termination letters were sent out and the Trump administration said it plans to cut at least 10,000 staff from several arms…
Cyberattack Forces Tribal Casino to Shut Down Slots
Fiona Simmons reports: A tribal casino hotel in Minnesotahas become the latest victim of cybercrime targeting the gambling sector. Because of that, the property was forced to temporarily shut down many of its systems until the problem was resolved. The Junction Casino Hotel, a property in the Lower Sioux Indian Community, just suffered a cybersecurity breach. As…
UK data centres, hospitals, and energy companies targeted by new cybersecurity laws
Georgia Sweeting reports: The UK government has announced the full scope of its upcoming Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, which aims to strengthen the country’s digital defences and reduce the growing risks posed by cyber threats. Set to be introduced later this year, the bill will place tougher cybersecurity requirements on organisations that provide essential services,…