Data Breaches

Fortinet Breach Exposes Data

Summary A cybersecurity firm, Fortinet, suffered a data breach in September 2024 when unauthorized access to a third-party cloud storage system compromised customer data. While Fortinet claims the breach affected a small percentage of its […]

Data Breaches

Brightline’s $7M Fortra Hack Settlement

Summary Brightline, a virtual mental health provider, agreed to a $7 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit related to the 2023 Fortra hack. The Clop ransomware group exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Fortra’s GoAnywhere software, […]

Data Breaches

Nottingham Hospital Data Breach

Summary An NHS trust investigates unauthorized access to medical records of Nottingham attack victims, causing further distress to their families. This breach follows other data violations related to the case, raising concerns about data security […]

Data Breaches

Cybersecurity Bill Tackles Ransomware

Summary A new bill aims to bolster cybersecurity in the UK, particularly for healthcare institutions facing increasing ransomware attacks. It expands regulations, empowers regulators, and mandates reporting to improve defenses against evolving cyber threats. The […]

Data Breaches

Tricare Data Breach Exposed Millions

Summary The 2011 Tricare data breach, affecting 4.9 million, exposed vulnerabilities in military healthcare data protection. It remains the largest breach reported under HIPAA, highlighting the need for robust security measures. This incident spurred reviews […]

Data Breaches

Cybersecurity Crisis: Councils Warned

Summary UK councils warn residents of potential data breaches after a ransomware attack on medical supplier NRS Healthcare. The attack disrupted services and compromised personal data, highlighting the vulnerability of supply chains. This incident underscores […]