M&S says some personal data was taken in cyber-attack

Summary Marks & Spencer has confirmed that a recent cyber-attack has resulted in the theft of some personal customer data. The data breach, linked to a ransomware attack that has impacted their online operations for over three weeks, includes names, addresses, and order histories. However, M&S reassures customers that sensitive payment information and passwords were […]

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Spain investigates cyber weaknesses in blackout probe

Spain is currently investigating potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the wake of a significant blackout that occurred last year. The government is looking into the possibility that cyberattacks may have played a role in disrupting the power supply. Source: Financial Times Key Points Spanish authorities are probing the cybersecurity aspect of a major blackout incident from […]

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Bytes Technology warns on increased cyber risk as profit jump

Bytes Technology has recently raised alarms about the increasing risk of cyber threats, coinciding with a substantial profit surge. The company, headquartered in Leatherhead, reported a 21 per cent jump in pre-tax profits, signalling a strong demand for cybersecurity solutions amidst escalating cyber threats worldwide. Source: City AM Key Points Bytes Technology has heightened its […]

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Defense Contractors To Pay $8.4 Million To Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Surrounding Non-Compliance With Cybersecurity Requirements

Summary The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a settlement where several defence contractors will pay $8.4 million for violating the False Claims Act. The allegations include failure to comply with federal cybersecurity requirements and submitting false claims for government contracts. The companies reportedly failed to implement necessary security controls as mandated by federal regulations, […]

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Darktrace backs Trump mandate directing agencies to use commercial tech solutions, as AI use for cybersecurity evolves

Darktrace, a leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, is taking a keen interest in the recent executive order that encourages federal agencies to adopt commercial technology solutions. This move reflects a shift towards modernising how the government identifies and mitigates vulnerabilities in its cybersecurity framework. According to Marcus Fowler, the company’s federal business leader, the initial discussions […]

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Atlantic Council sees role for DHS office to serve as cyber statistics hub focused on incident impacts

The Atlantic Council has presented findings suggesting that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) should broaden the scope of its centralized statistics office. This expansion aims to gather and focus on cyber incident data from various federal and state agencies across the United States. The report highlights a significant gap in U.S. cybersecurity policy, specifically […]

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