Two more major retailers hit by cyber attacks with customer information stolen

Cartier and The North Face are the latest victims in a string of cyber attacks affecting top retailers, confirming that customer data has been compromised. Key Points Both luxury watchmaker Cartier and outdoor retailer The North Face suffered cyber attacks, leading to customer data breaches. Cartier reported limited client information was accessed, including names and […]

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Expert Opinion: Why data resilience needs a reality check

Summary Dave Russell, Head of Strategy at Veeam, highlights the dangerously lax approach many organisations have towards data resilience, especially in an era where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated. Despite heightened awareness, many businesses are still woefully unprepared for potential data breaches. A report co-authored by Veeam and McKinsey reveals alarming findings: while 69% of […]

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The Looming Cybersecurity Threat at the Industrial IoT Edge

Summary The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is reshaping industries by making operations more efficient and insightful. Businesses in sectors like manufacturing, logistics, energy, and supply chain are increasingly connecting their legacy equipment and assets to cloud platforms, but this rapid adoption introduces significant cybersecurity risks. The industrial edge, where traditional machinery meets modern services, […]

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Police Shut Down A Criminal Malware Operation

European and US law enforcement have taken down AVCheck, a major cyber crime system used by hackers to test if security tools could detect their malware in a combined operation. The police also collected information about the cyber criminals themselves. According to the Netherlands police’s report, they exploited the mistakes of the criminal website’s admins. […]

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Former NSC cyber official Neuberger sees opportunity for AI-driven ‘reboot’ to CISA efforts

Summary Anne Neuberger, former Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber, has highlighted the potential for using artificial intelligence to reboot the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) efforts. Speaking at a recent event, she expressed the need for better measurements of cyber resilience regarding critical infrastructure, particularly in the context of national security threats. Source: […]

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Aspen Digital emphasizes need for federal support to state, local governments facing nation-state cyber threats

Aspen Digital is calling for federal support for state and local governments to combat rising cyber threats from nation-states. With increasing incidents of cyberattacks targeting public sectors, there’s a pressing need for adequate funding and resources for cybersecurity measures. Source: Inside Cyber Security Key Points State and local governments require ongoing federal funding to bolster […]

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Zscaler Buying Red Canary: A Canary In The Cybersecurity Coalmine?

Zscaler has announced its acquisition of Red Canary for approximately $675 million, which marks a significant shift in the cybersecurity landscape. This deal reflects the convergence of cloud-native security solutions with Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services. Zscaler aims to enhance its Security Operations Center with AI-driven capabilities through this acquisition. Source: Forbes Key Points […]

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