Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

Users are becoming increasingly aware of where and how their information is shared, and their concerns regarding the need to keep that data private are growing in turn. Digitalization, rising daily averages for time spent on the Internet and connected devices, along with the ongoing proliferation of cyberattacks, have made individuals more cautious than ever when it comes to providing information online – and rightfully so.

Technology is a crucial part of today’s healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. Advances in medical devices, data use, and interconnected systems have significantly improved patient care, reduced costs, and increased efficiency. However, as the sector’s reliance on technology grows, so does the risk of cyberattacks.

Trustwave SpiderLabs is tracking a spike in usage of the Greatness phishing kit to attack Microsoft 365 users to distribute malicious HTML attachments that steal login credentials. Greatness is a phishing-as-a-service platform developed by a threat actor known as "fisherstell," and has been available since mid-2022 that provides a ready-made infrastructure and tools for anyone to launch phishing campaigns charging $120 per month in Bitcoin.

Data privacy continues to be a hot topic as we become more connected via our devices and even in Virtual or Augmented realities. Technology advancements bring many questions, including how technology protects data (if at all) and how people can ensure their data remains secure. Fortunately, there is a wealth of resources on online privacy out there.

You may have heard more about the SEC Form 8-K recently due to changes that went into effect on Dec 16, 2023. From the SEC’s press release.

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The stark reality of cybersecurity today isn’t merely a question of advanced software or strategic counterattacks. It’s about people. The financial impact is undeniable with cybercrime costs projected to reach an astonishing $10.5 trillion annually by 2025. Yet, beneath these figures lies a more pressing issue: the exploitation of human psychology.

First Financial Security, Inc. (FFS) is a nationwide insurance brokerage agency that assists insurance representatives in training, equipment, and licensing. They offer clients solutions for sustaining retirement funds and financial protection against untimely death, illness, and injury. They partner with other nationally recognized brokers, including Gerber Life Insurance and National Life Group. In October 2023, FFS faced a ransomware cyberattack; months later, the outcome was bittersweet.