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Microsoft to host Windows Endpoint Security Ecosystem Summit in September
After the disastrous CrowdStrike update glitch in July, Microsoft continues to explore ways to prevent another such fiasco. Aidan Marcuss, Corporate Vice President of Microsoft Windows and Devices, announces a summit to address the issues raised and possible solutions: On Sept. 10, 2024, Microsoft will host a Windows Endpoint Security Ecosystem Summit at our Redmond, Washington, headquarters. […]
More than one year later, Texas Dow Employees Credit Union notifies 500,000 of MOVEit data breach
There are those who may say, “Better late than never.” There are probably also those who say, “How should egregiously late notification be punished?” SC Media reports that some people are first being notified of the 2023 MOVEit data breach: The Texas Dow Employees Credit Union (TDECU) on Aug. 23 sent letters to more than […]
American Radio Relay League confirms $1 million ransom payment
Why would an organization whose breach affected 150 people pay $1 million ransom to get a decryptor key? How critical are the organization’s activities to justify such a large payment? Large payments are more likely to be associated with the healthcare sector or critical infrastructure than with a non-profit organization like the American Radio Relay […]
Potential cyberattack impacts Port of Seattle online systems, including SEA Airport
Has the airport been hit by a cyberattack? Possibly. KIRO 7 reports: A possible cyberattack has affected internet and web networks at Port of Seattle, impacting systems across SeaTac Airport. According to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, the Port of Seattle ‘experienced certain system outages indicating a possible cyberattack earlier this morning.’ Passengers were encouraged to check […]
Halliburton confirms a cyberattack forced it to take its systems offline
Halliburton is a major player in oil and gas supplies. A cyberattack resulted in its taking systems offline. CNN reports: Halliburton confirmed on Friday that it was hit by a cyberattack that forced the major oilfield services company to take systems offline. In a filing, Halliburton said it became aware on Wednesday that an “unauthorized third […]
US sues Georgia Tech over alleged cybersecurity failings as a Pentagon contractor
If you don’t audit your vendors, will you know if they are really adhering to the security provisions of your contract with them? Maybe you’ll get lucky, and disgruntled employees will blow the whistle. The Register reports: The US is suing one of its leading research universities over a litany of alleged failures to meet […]
Microchip Technology discloses cyberattack impacting operations
Earlier this week, chipmaker Microchip Technology Incorporated acknowledged that a cyberattack had impacted its systems last weekend and disrupted operations in a number of facilities. Bleeping Computer explained: Due to an incident, some Microchip Technology manufacturing facilities operate at reduced capacity, affecting the company’s ability to meet orders. Microchip Technology also had to take steps […]
Federal Court Rejects Motion to Dismiss Wiretap Claims Using HIPAA to Support Crime-Tort Exception Allegations
If you feel like you need an explanation of the headline, you are not alone. But BCLP explains the concept and court decisions: It has now become commonplace for Plaintiffs’ attorneys to bring claims alleging that routine marketing techniques, including the deployment of behavioral advertising cookies and pixels, constitute wiretaps in violation of state and […]