Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

. “In addition, we are offering identity theft protection services through IDX, a data breach and recovery services expert. ” In early October, 2023, the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware gang added McLaren Health Care to the list of victims on its Tor leak site. .”

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Data breaches reached an all-time high, leaving a trail of identity theft cases. This has left victims scrambling to understand the extent of the damage and how to help protect themselves against the evolving threat of identity theft. Protecting yourself from the damages of data breaches and identity theft is paramount.

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Data breaches Identity Theft Cybercrime Social Engineering 90

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

.” In November 2017, Estonia announced that it would suspend security digital certificates for up to 760,000 state-issued electronic ID-cards that are using the buggy chips to mitigate the risk of identity theft. At the time, Estonia had issued 1.3 At the time, Estonia had issued 1.3 “continues the Reuters.

Manufacturing 111

Manufacturing Identity Theft Government Advertising 111

CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Backing up files to cloud and offline servers, never clicking on suspicious links received through email and SMS can also help in preventing identity thefts. NOTE- Using a strong and unique 14–18-character password, and keeping a tab on bank and financial details can help in curbing data breaches to a large extent.

Data breaches 114

Data breaches Cyber Attacks Identity Theft Banking 114

Webroot

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

The attackers still have full control over the company’s email systems, which they will likely use for additional phishing attacks or identity theft operations. Austrian crane manufacturer hit by ransomware. The attack is still ongoing nearly nine days after being first identified.

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Ransomware Identity Theft Retail Manufacturing 131

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Additionally, quantum computing could revolutionize identity and authentication systems by eliminating weaknesses in traditional authentication methods and implementing quantum-secure biometric authentication and digital signatures, thereby significantly reducing the risk of identity theft, phishing attacks, and deepfake-driven fraud.

Cybersecurity 60

Cybersecurity Encryption Cyber threats Threat Detection 60

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Financial Services: Financial institutions hold a lot of sensitive data, such as customer names, addresses, and Social Security numbers, making them a prime target for cybercriminals, who can use this data to commit identity theft or fraud. This data can be used by cybercriminals to commit fraud or identity theft.

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Hacking Energy and Utilities Identity Theft Healthcare 104

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2018

, aka Baobeilong, aka Zhang Jianguo, aka Atreexp, both nationals of the People’s Republic of China (China), with conspiracy to commit computer intrusions, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft was announced today. ” reads the press release published by the DoJ.

Computers and Electronics 108

Computers and Electronics Identity Theft Technology Manufacturing 108

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

CISA and FBI urge manufacturers to use proven prevention methods and mitigations to eliminate this class of defect while urging software customers to demand secure products from manufacturers that include these preventions, the agencies wrote in a joint fact sheet.

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Banking Cybercrime Cybersecurity Ransomware 64

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

A small but telling example was a recent court case where a judge ruled that car manufacturers collecting users’ text messages and call logs did not meet the Washington Privacy Act’s (WPA) standard that a plaintiff must prove that “his or her business, his or her person, or his or her reputation” has been threatened.

Identity Theft 138

Identity Theft Consumer Protection Surveillance Data privacy 138

Google Security

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Malicious cyber attacks that exploit the insecurity of SMS have resulted in identity theft, personal or corporate financial losses, unauthorized access to accounts and services, and worse. Today, most global carriers and over 500 Android device manufacturers already support RCS and RCS is enabled by default on Messages by Google.

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Mobile Identity Theft Authentication Encryption 129

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2021

By learning how to use online platforms safely from the tips below, you will be able to minimize the risks of identity theft and money fraud. When device manufacturers and software developers find out about bugs, they immediately release a patch to fix them. Keep All Your Devices Up to Date.

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Internet Internet Passwords Banking 120

SecureWorld News

APRIL 28, 2022

pharmaceutical manufacturer. In October 2020, a federal judge indicted these officers on counts of conspiracy to conduct computer fraud and abuse, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, damaging protected computers, and aggravated identity theft. Among the targeted systems were those of U.S. entities.".

Identity Theft 97

Identity Theft Government Phishing Manufacturing 97

Troy Hunt

JUNE 30, 2022

However, what if you could manufacture a hash collision? The k-anonymity search for email addresses sees over 100M queries a month and is baked into everything from browsers to password managers to identity theft services.

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Passwords Identity Theft Consumer Services Password Management 332

Security Affairs

JANUARY 4, 2023

It manufactures products for locomotives, freight cars and passenger transit vehicles, and builds new locomotives up to 6,000 horsepower. rail and locomotive company Wabtec Corporation disclosed a data breach after it was hit with Lockbit ransomware attack. ” concludes Wabtec.

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Ransomware Insurance Identity Theft Data breaches 98

Pen Test Partners

MARCH 30, 2025

TL;DR UK & EU IoT manufacturers have more security regulation coming Applies to all wireless devices Comes into force 1 st August 2025 It may be absorbed into the EU Cyber Resilience Act From 1 st August 2025, mandatory cybersecurity requirements come into effect under the EUs Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU), or RED.

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IoT Wireless Manufacturing Identity Theft 52

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2021

Too often manufacturers prioritize releasing their products to market and interface connectivity rather than effective controls, all of which is made more difficult by the weak implementation of IoT standards, frameworks and basic security in designs. Spending on Digital Display Ads Increasing.

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IoT Advertising Identity Theft Mobile 145

Security Affairs

APRIL 20, 2023

Last year, with a total share of 18% of all cyberattacks, it was the second most targeted industry, following manufacturing. Screenshot of leaked filled-in KYC form According to researchers, threat actors could use leaked data to commit identity theft and fraud.

Banking 98

Banking Accountability Identity Theft Phishing 98

Security Affairs

MARCH 28, 2021

CISA releases CHIRP, a tool to detect SolarWinds malicious activity Microsoft Defender can now protect servers against ProxyLogon attacks Swiss expert Till Kottmann indicted for conspiracy, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft Abusing distance learning software to hack into student PCs Adobe addresses a critical vulnerability in ColdFusion product (..)

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Data breaches Identity Theft Ransomware Wireless 58

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Fraud and identity theft are on the rise, with online shopping hacks and COVID-related scams popular among cybercriminals. . Instead of displacing work as AI might do to 20 million-plus manufacturing jobs, artificial intelligence stands to supplement skill shortages to make effective security more accessible.

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Appknox

JUNE 23, 2022

These attacks can lead to identity theft, banking theft, ransom-based threats, and even blackmail, depending on what information is compromised. The excessive trust in mobile device manufacturers and OS platform security fosters a breeding ground for malware.

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Social Engineering Mobile Scams Engineering 92

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 20, 2023

1) Manufacturer Protocols “Matter” First, consumers should seek to purchase Smart Devices that are Matter certified. Additionally, while most manufacturers are experts in their device domain, they are not typically familiar with IoT security needs or how to incorporate them into production.

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Manufacturing Computers and Electronics IoT Authentication 48

SC Magazine

JUNE 28, 2021

Cybercriminals can exploit such information for identity theft and blackmail, said Demi Ben-Ari, co-founder and chief technology officer of Panorays. While it’s a preventable situation, Ben-Ari said it requires companies to monitor how their third parties manage their data with cloud services.

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Risk Identity Theft Media Technology 62

SecureWorld News

JUNE 24, 2024

Thus, it is crucial to protect data collected by cars and other IoT devices especially in the manufacturing arena to protect data, assure privacy, maintain digital trust, and comply with data protection regulations. Also, the GDPR recommends data anonymization to minimize the risk of PII breach and identity theft.

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IoT InfoSec Artificial Intelligence Risk 109

SC Magazine

MARCH 10, 2021

granting them access to live and archived video feeds across multiple organizations, including manufacturing facilities, hospitals, schools, police departments and prisons. That type of information can be extremely valuable for things like identity theft.”. Costlow agreed, adding, “Deepfakes are becoming increasingly common.

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Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Example: A manufacturing company must adhere to OSHA regulations to maintain workplace safety, while a bank ensures compliance with Basel III to manage risk. Purpose: KYC compliance prevents fraud, identity theft, and unauthorized account creation. Regulatory compliance is not optionalits the cost of doing business.

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Risk Manufacturing Healthcare Identity Theft 52

Responsible Cyber

MARCH 24, 2024

The breach resulted in the exposure of millions of customer records, leading to potential identity theft and financial losses for the affected individuals. Another instance involves a manufacturing company that outsourced a significant portion of its production to a third-party supplier in a foreign country.

Manufacturing 40

Manufacturing Data breaches Banking Risk 40

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

In its 2021 Threat Force Intelligence Index , IBM reported that manufacturing and financial services were the two industries most at risk for attack, making up 23.2% Synthetic identity theft in particular can be thwarted by TransUnion models before the fraudster has a chance to escape with their ill-gotten gains.

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eCommerce Risk Financial Services Authentication 116

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 6, 2018

Since the report was released, “A security breach in India has left a billion people at risk of identity theft,” 2 Under Armour was breached affecting 150 million user accounts, Orbitz discovered a data breach potentially affecting 880,000 customers 3 , and “the U.S. Interested in learning more?

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Risk Digital transformation IoT Identity Theft 48

Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Cybercriminals focus on targeting the manufacturing and HSA sectors as these sectors are much more susceptible to operational disruptions, making ransom demands more effective. Despite minor shifts in ranking from quarter to quarter, the top five targeted sectors in Q3 2024 remained consistent with previous trends.

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Ransomware Social Engineering Insurance Cyber Insurance 94

Identity IQ

APRIL 1, 2024

They Have Financial Issues Scammers often manufacture financial troubles to exploit their victims’ empathy. If you end up providing personal information to a scammer, IdentityIQ identity theft protection services can help by alerting you in real-time when someone suspiciously uses your financial or identity information.

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Scams Identity Theft Manufacturing Media 52

Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

This would include things such as: Photos of your passport / ID; these could be used to bypass MFA or in identity theft. The process and effectiveness can vary depending on the manufacturer and model. Don’t keep sensitive information on your phone Make sure that you don’t keep unprotected sensitive information on your device.

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Data privacy Passwords Backups Authentication 59

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This can lead to account takeover, identity theft, financial loss, and data breaches. In June 2024, ReliaQuest investigated a compromised user device at a manufacturing organization. For threat actors, these leaked credentials are a golden ticket, granting them easy access to infiltrate networks and critical data.

Passwords 59

Passwords Accountability Data breaches Marketing 59

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This can lead to account takeover, identity theft, financial loss, and data breaches. In June 2024, ReliaQuest investigated a compromised user device at a manufacturing organization. For threat actors, these leaked credentials are a golden ticket, granting them easy access to infiltrate networks and critical data.

Passwords 52

Passwords Accountability Data breaches Marketing 52

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 7, 2021

through September of 2021 has already surpassed the total number of compromises in 2020 by 17%, according to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC).” For hackers’ soft targets for ransomware extortion are plentiful, especially in the healthcare, financial, and manufacturing industries. ” Industry panel: U.S.

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Cybersecurity IoT Artificial Intelligence Cyber threats 78

Security Affairs

JULY 22, 2020

The duo targeted organizations in multiple industries, including high tech manufacturing, medical device, civil, and industrial engineering, business, educational, gaming software, solar energy, pharmaceuticals and defense. ” concludes the DoJ.

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Government Identity Theft Hacking Advertising 103

Duo's Security Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2021

American consumers lost $56 billion to identity theft last year with an average of 49 million consumer victims, according to a CNBC News report. The 2021 Identity Fraud Study by Javelin Strategy & Research reports the identity fraud resulted from stolen personally identifiable information (PII) and data breaches.

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Retail Cybersecurity Identity Theft Authentication 98