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‘Treacherous Territory’: Cyber Experts Warn of Unprecedented Threats

eSecurity Planet

Airlines, insurance firms, and other industries are finding themselves in the crosshairs of increasingly sophisticated hackers, and experts say both businesses and individuals must act now to avoid falling victim. Airlines become top targets Airlines are now a prime focus for cybercrime groups.

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Healthcare Now Third-Most Targeted Industry for Ransomware

SecureWorld News

Sensitive Data Theft and Exposure: Cybercriminals have reportedly stolen up to 120 TB of data in 2024 from healthcare providers alone. This stolen data is often exposed on both the clear and dark web, heightening risks of identity theft and further perpetuating cybercrime.

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ConnectOnCall data breach impacted over 900,000 individuals

Security Affairs

. “While ConnectOnCall is not aware of any misuse of personal information or harm to patients as a result of this incident, potentially impacted individuals are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspected identity theft or fraud to your health plan or insurer, or financial institution.”

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National Consumer Protection Week: Keeping your personal data safe in a digitally connected world

Webroot

March is a time for leprechauns and four-leaf clovers, and as luck would have it, its also a time to learn how to protect your private data from cybercrime. 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.

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McLaren Health Care data breach impacted over 743,000 people

Security Affairs

The information that could have been involved includes name, Social Security number, driver’s license number, medical information, and health insurance information.” ” The compromised information can include names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, health insurance details, and medical information.

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Rhode Island ’s data from health benefits system leaked on the dark web

Security Affairs

RIBridges supports state programs like Medicaid, SNAP, Rhode Island Works, childcare assistance, long-term care, and HealthSource RI insurance. McKee pointed out that even if the data has been stolen, it does not mean it has been used for malicious purposes, such as identity theft. ” continues the statement.

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The danger of data breaches — what you really need to know

Webroot

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. Here are just some of the ways hackers exploit your stolen information: Identity theft : Hackers use your personal info to impersonate you. In 2024, more than 1.3