Webroot

MARCH 3, 2025

This month, take advantage of all that NCPW offers, including access to free tools and information that can help you identify and prevent online scams, fraud, and identity theft. The growing risks to your data During the third quarter of 2024, data breaches exposed more than 422 million records worldwide.

Consumer Protection 99

Consumer Protection Identity Theft Scams Social Engineering 99

Security Affairs

APRIL 13, 2025

Cell C, one of the biggest telecom providers in South Africa confirms a data breach following a 2024 cyberattack. They continue to monitor for potential data misuse and urge vigilance against fraud, phishing, and identity theft. healthcare providers surged in 2024, with 98 attacks compromising 117 million records.

Data breaches 129

Data breaches Unstructured Data Identity Theft Healthcare 129

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

in April 2024, where he pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Leigha Simonton.” ” reads the press release published by DoJ. Mr. Ojelade was extradited to the U.S. He was sentenced to 316 months in federal prison and ordered to pay $3.39 million in restitution.

Scams 125

Scams Phishing Identity Theft Accountability 125

Security Affairs

JANUARY 16, 2025

The security breach occurred on December 13, 2023, but the company discovered the incident only on April 18, 2024, and has only now disclosed it due to the complexity of the digital forensic investigation. The law firm recommends individuals to monitor accounts and credit reports for identity theft or fraud.

Data breaches 97

Data breaches Identity Theft Consumer Protection Data collection 97

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 25, 2024

UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty estimated the attack compromised the data of a third of US individuals when he testified before the Senate Finance Committee on Capitol Hill on May 1, 2024 in Washington, DC. He wasn’t exaggerating. OCR did this because of the cyberattack’s unprecedented impact on patient care and privacy.

Healthcare 121

Healthcare Data breaches Passwords Identity Theft 121

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Each faces two conspiracy counts and aggravated identity theft charges. If convicted, each defendant could face up to 20 years for wire fraud conspiracy, five years for another conspiracy charge, and two mandatory years for identity theft. In January 2024, U.S. Buchanan additionally faces a wire fraud charge.

Cybercrime 111

Cybercrime Identity Theft Cryptocurrency Phishing 111

Security Affairs

APRIL 18, 2025

Legends International disclosed a data breach from November 2024 that affected employees and visitors to its managed venues. On November 9, 2024, Legends International detected unauthorized activity on its IT systems, took action to stop it, and launched an investigation with the help of external cybersecurity experts.

Data breaches 104

Data breaches Identity Theft Accountability Technology 104

Security Affairs

MAY 15, 2025

has been active sunce 2018, the platform offered for sale compromised credentials and PII used by crooks for tax fraud, credit card fraud, and identity theft. Kosovo police arrested Masurica (aka @blackdb) on December 12, 2024. In December 2024, the U.S. The online criminal marketplace BlackDB.cc Assistant U.S.

Cybercrime 69

Cybercrime Identity Theft Hacking Cryptocurrency 69

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

According to the data breach notification sent to the impacted individuals, threat actors had access to its systems between August 17, 2023, and June 15, 2024. “On or about June 15, 2024, Slim CD became aware of suspicious activity in its computer environment. ” reads the data breach notification. .”

Data breaches 142

Data breaches Identity Theft Computers and Electronics Social Engineering 142

Zero Day

MAY 22, 2024

The best identity theft and credit monitoring services offer antivirus tools, social media monitoring, alerts, and assistance if something goes wrong.

Identity Theft 75

Identity Theft Antivirus Media 75

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In this video, our expert delves into what cookies are and their function in web browsing, explores the techniques hackers use to steal them — such as session hijacking and cross-site scripting (XSS) — and shares effective strategies and tools to protect your cookies and personal data in 2024. How Does Cookie Stealing Work?

Identity Theft 109

Identity Theft Passwords Phishing Accountability 109

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

VIPRE Security Group’s latest report, “Email Security in 2024: An Expert Insight into Email Threats,” delves into the cutting-edge tactics and technologies embraced by cybercriminals this year. Key Findings from the “Email Security in 2024” Report In an exhaustive review, VIPRE processed 7.2

Phishing 139

Phishing Identity Theft Scams Malware 139

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In May, 2024, the FBI warned about the increasing threat of cybercriminals using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their scams. With the recovery code, the criminals not only have access to the targets Gmail but also to a lot of services, which could even result in identity theft.

Phishing 109

Phishing Artificial Intelligence Identity Theft Accountability 109

Security Affairs

APRIL 7, 2025

Noah Urban, a 20-year-old from Palm Coast, pleaded guilty to conspiracy, wire fraud, and identity theft in two federal cases, one in Florida and another in California. In January 2024, U.S. A 20-year-old man linked to the Scattered Spider cybercrime group has pleaded guilty to charges filed in Florida and California.

Cybercrime 67

Cybercrime Identity Theft Social Engineering Hacking 67

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

In April 2024, Malwarebytes Labs reported on how the US Senate approved a bill that would effectively ban TikTok from the country unless Chinese owner ByteDance gives up its share of the immensely popular app. Protect your social media accounts by using Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection.

Media 129

Media Identity Theft Government Technology 129

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 15, 2024

For this research, Malwarebytes conducted a pulse survey of its newsletter readers between September 5 and 16, 2024, via the Alchemer Survey platform. Amidst this broader turbulence, 32% are “concerned about who could learn [their] vote”—be they family, spouses, or cybercriminals. In total, 1600 people across the globe responded.

Scams 139

Scams Identity Theft Cybercrime Accountability 139

The Last Watchdog

MARCH 19, 2025

548 million credentials were exfiltrated via infostealer malware, highlighting the growing role of stealthy, targeted data theft in enterprise attacks. billion passwords were recaptured in 2024, marking a 125% increase from the previous year. billion passwords were recaptured in 2024, marking a 125% increase from the previous year.

Cyber Risk 113

Cyber Risk Risk Phishing Cybercrime 113

Webroot

APRIL 22, 2025

In 2024, more than 1.3 Chances are youve received at least one of these letters, which means you have been put at risk for identity theft and major financial losses. In 2024, there were 14 data breaches involving 1 million or more healthcare records. If you do become a victim of identity theft, youll have 24/7 U.S.-based

Data breaches 72

Data breaches Identity Theft Passwords Accountability 72

The Last Watchdog

APRIL 7, 2025

The data speaks for itself: nearly one in two corporate users were already the victim of a malware infection in 2024, and in the year prior, malware was the cause of 61% of all breaches. Customers include seven of the Fortune 10, along with hundreds of global enterprises, mid-sized companies, and government agencies worldwide.

Antivirus 113

Antivirus Malware Cybercrime Identity Theft 113

The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The data began leaking in April 2024, and by summer, it was being sold on the dark web for $3.5 This drives public awareness of the risks associated with identity theft. As a result, many people rush to protect themselves by subscribing to services that offer credit monitoring, identity theft protection, and fraud alerts.

Authentication 216

Authentication Identity Theft Banking Data breaches 216

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The data breach occurred on July 15, 2024, and was discovered on August 30, 2024. We received those results on August 30, 2024, and worked with counsel to determine which individuals to notify.” “In early July, we detected unauthorized activity in one of our internal applications.

Data breaches 134

Data breaches Identity Theft Hacking Ransomware 134

Security Affairs

MARCH 20, 2025

The incident occurred around July 6, 2024, and exposed people’s personal information. “PSEA experienced a security incident on or about July 6, 2024 that impacted our network environment. . PSEAprovided one year of free credit monitoring and identity restoration services to the impacted individuals.

Education 65

Education Data breaches Identity Theft Insurance 65

Security Affairs

JANUARY 12, 2024

These findings coincide with the critical and fast-approaching Indonesian presidential election set to take place in February this year (2024). Just before the onset of 2024, an individual known as Kimbo disclosed details regarding a suspected breach of the General Elections Commission of Indonesia’s (KPU) information system.

Identity Theft 135

Identity Theft Cyber threats Marketing Risk 135

Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

9, 2024, U.S. authorities arrested a 19-year-old Florida man charged with wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and conspiring with others to use SIM-swapping to steal cryptocurrency. In mid-January 2024, several Leaked[.]cx technology companies during the summer of 2022. Still others he tried to sell.

Social Engineering 358

Social Engineering Mobile Passwords Cybercrime 358

Krebs on Security

APRIL 16, 2024

The AP says South Carolina paid $12 million to Experian for identity theft protection and credit monitoring for its residents after the breach. Tax-related identity theft occurs when someone uses a stolen identity and Social Security number (SSN) to file a tax return in that person’s name claiming a fraudulent refund.

Identity Theft 305

Identity Theft Banking Cybercrime Hacking 305

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

million exposed files, over a million of these files are resumes sent to the station over a period ranging from 2017 to 2024. Stolen resumes are bad news, as they can be used for financial fraud, identity theft, and cause privacy issues. In this case, the bucket stored over 1.8 What do I need to do?

Identity Theft 76

Identity Theft Social Engineering Education Banking 76

Identity IQ

APRIL 19, 2024

Identity Theft in 2023: A Year of Record-Breaking Scams IdentityIQ Throughout the past year, IDIQ®, a leading financial intelligence company, tracked the trends in identity theft and related scams through reports from its IdentityIQ brand. How to Help Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft The threats continue to evolve.

Identity Theft 52

Identity Theft Scams Phishing Technology 52

Security Affairs

APRIL 4, 2024

According to the notification letter sent to the impacted individuals, the security breach occurred between July 7, 2023 and October 15, 2023 and was discovered on March 25, 2024. “While there is no indication of any identity theft or fraud occurring as a result of this incident. The investigation remains ongoing.”

Data breaches 128

Data breaches Identity Theft Insurance Banking 128

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Every industry is dealing with a myriad of cyber threats in 2024. Regulatory overload Firms in the financial services industry are staring down the bottom of the regulatory barrel coming into 2024. From identity theft to greater oversight on risk management, internal IT teams will be taking the brunt of these incoming regulations.

Cyber Risk 234

Cyber Risk Risk Financial Services Cyber threats 234

ZoneAlarm

JUNE 3, 2024

Cyber threats, ranging from malware and phishing attacks to identity theft and ransomware, are ever-evolving, targeting … The post Internet Safety Month – Strengthening Digital Defenses in 2024 appeared first on ZoneAlarm Security Blog. However, this digital dependency also comes with heightened risks.

Internet 69

Internet Internet Identity Theft Cyber threats 69

Webroot

APRIL 11, 2025

During tax season, a vast amount of valuable personal and financial data is shared online, making it prime time for cybercriminals to rob you of your confidential information, identity, and money. According to the IRS, almost 300,000 cases of identity theft were reported in 2024, leading to $5.5 billion in tax fraud.

Scams 62

Scams Identity Theft Backups Phishing 62

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Solid Data Security: The Foundation of a Safe Digital World madhav Thu, 10/17/2024 - 04:58 It’s that time of year again. The State of Data Security in 2024 However, not only individuals must protect their digital assets; organizations do, too. Individuals risk identity theft, financial loss, and privacy violations.

DDOS 62

DDOS Encryption Data breaches Identity Theft 62

Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Trends in cybersecurity across 2024 showed less malware and phishing, though more social engineering. CrowdStrike offers tips on securing your business.

Social Engineering 208

Social Engineering Engineering Phishing Malware 208

Identity IQ

JANUARY 11, 2024

New AI Scams to Look Out For in 2024 IdentityIQ Artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly reshaped many aspects of everyday life. Here are three new AI scams to look out for in 2024 as well as some tips to help protect yourself and stay prepared for the explosive development of AI.

Scams 98

Scams Artificial Intelligence Identity Theft Phishing 98

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 8, 2024

From Marco Polo to Modern Mayhem: Why Identity Management Matters madhav Tue, 04/09/2024 - 05:20 Imagine yourself as Marco Polo, the Venetian merchant traversing dangerous trade routes. Every border crossing meant proving your identity – who you were, where you came from, your purpose. This isn't some far-off problem.

Identity Theft 138

Identity Theft Passwords Banking Accountability 138

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 20, 2024

District Court claims that NPD experienced a data breach around April 2024, alleging the following: Sensitive data , such as full names, current and previous addresses (going back at least 30 years), Social Security numbers, and details about family members, including some who have been deceased for nearly two decades, were compromised.

Identity Theft 130

Identity Theft Data breaches Passwords Encryption 130

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

“We discovered on August 5, 2024, that an unauthorized third party gained access to one of our business applications. “Based on our investigation, we determined that the unauthorized access occurred between August 3, 2024, and August 6, 2024.”

Data breaches 131

Data breaches Identity Theft Hacking Cybersecurity 131