Steve Alder writes: Several dermatology practices have recently announced data breaches following an attack on their management company. The number of attacks reported this year by dermatology practices suggests they are being targeted by one or more threat actors. In May 2025, DermCare Management, a Florida-based company that provides support services for dermatologists and dermatology…
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UK: Physiotherapist who accessed patient’s personal data to visit her home is struck off
The PA News Agency reports: A medical professional who used a patient’s personal data to visit her home with a gift while working as a vaccinator has been struck off the register. Josep Bofill Blanch, who was a registered physiotherapist employed by NHS Grampian in north-east Scotland, met the woman and gave her an injection when…
Genoa Community Hospital discloses breach discovered in March
Genoa Community Hospital, aka Genoa Medical Facilities (“Genoa“) in Nebraska has issued a press release concerning a breach involving patient data. According to the release, in March 2025, Genoa learned of unusual activity involving one employee email account. The release does not indicate when the breach actually occurred or how the attacker gained access to…
In Singapore, 147,000 customer records exposed in Cycle & Carriage data breach
Malay Mail reports: About 147,000 customer records were compromised in a recent data breach at car distributor Cycle & Carriage in Singapore, the company confirmed today. Responding to media queries, a Cycle & Carriage spokesperson said the firm detected unauthorised access to its customer relationship management system on July 14, where a threat actor downloaded…
New adult safeguarding toolkit to help protect vulnerable adults’ data
Irish Legal News reports: The adult safeguarding toolkit is designed to provide organisations and individuals with guidance and resources to comply with data protection legislation and promote best practices in safeguarding sensitive information. The toolkit offers comprehensive guidance on how to collect, use, store, and share data related to vulnerable adults, while adhering to the principles of…
Hacker Arrested for Data Theft Targeting Spanish Bank Customers
Divya reports: Spanish authorities have successfully apprehended a sophisticated cybercriminal who allegedly stole sensitive data from major financial institutions, educational organizations, and private companies across the country. The arrest represents a significant victory in the ongoing battle against cybercrime targeting Spanish citizens and businesses. A collaborative effort between the Mossos d’Esquadra (Catalan police) and Spain’s…