Data breach stories - Page 3
Legal Aid Agency cyber-attack exposes data of applicants
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The Legal Aid Agency faced a major cyber-attack exposing data of hundreds of thousands of applicants, raising serious concerns over sensitive personal information security.
Willis names Leah Mooney as Pacific consulting head for cyber risk
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Leah Mooney has been appointed Pacific Consulting Leader for Technology, Cyber and Privacy Risk at Willis, bringing over 20 years of expertise to the role.
Coinbase offers USD $20 million bounty after insider data breach
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Coinbase says a data breach affected around 1% of users, with cybercriminals demanding a USD $20 million ransom, which was firmly rejected by the firm.
Alabama cyberattack exposes state staff credentials, disrupts services
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Alabama probes a cyberattack disrupting government services and stealing employee credentials, urging staff to exercise caution amid ongoing investigations.
Personal data breach at rights commission triggers new alarm
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The Australian Human Rights Commission has suffered a data breach after sensitive documents were exposed online due to a server misconfiguration, raising security concerns.
Dior & Nucor cyberattacks highlight risks for global firms
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Luxury brand Dior and US steel producer Nucor both face major cyberattacks, exposing vulnerabilities in fashion and industrial sectors globally.
Marks & Spencer cyber breach highlights vulnerabilities in UK's retail sector
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Marks & Spencer faces a cyberattack disrupting contactless payments and online orders, exposing serious digital security flaws during peak retail season.
Marks & Spencer cyber attack sparks customer data security fears
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Marks and Spencer’s recent ransomware attack exposed customer data, raising concerns over cyber security and highlighting the need for robust protection and swift response.
Andy Frain notifies 100,000 after major ransomware breach
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Andy Frain Services disclosed a data breach affecting 100,964 individuals in October 2024, with ransomware group Black Basta claiming responsibility.
Bruteforce cyber attacks surge in SEA, over 53 million blocked
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Kaspersky blocked over 53 million bruteforce cyberattacks in Southeast Asia during 2024, with Singapore alone facing more than 4 million attempts.
Ransomware surge sees hackers demand up to USD $8.6 million
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Cybersecurity experts warn ransomware threats are surging, targeting cloud systems and exploiting human error, amid rising attacks in the UK and beyond.
Why is ransomware still a thing in 2025?
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Ransomware persists in 2025 as attackers exploit easy targets, with cybercrime losses hitting USD $16.6 billion despite soaring cybersecurity investments.
Australian telecoms face data security & access challenges
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Research reveals 46% of Australian telecom professionals struggle with data security despite tech advances, risking customer trust and operational efficiency.
Qilin ransomware attack hits sheriff, $48K spent on recovery
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Ransomware gang Qilin claimed an April 2025 attack on Tennessee's Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, demanding USD $300,000, with no ransom paid.
Ransomware attacks expose urgent risks for critical utilities
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Spanish water supplier Aigües de Mataró was hit by ransomware, highlighting growing cyber risks to essential infrastructure worldwide, experts warn.
Efex strengthens cyber services with Datcom buy amid expansion
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Efex has acquired Australian cybersecurity firm Datcom to boost its managed IT services amid rising cyber threats and over 500 breach reports in six months.
Jobseekers hit by nearly 400 data breaches at Jobcentres in 2024
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Nearly 400 data breaches at UK Jobcentres in 2024 exposed personal details of jobseekers, raising serious concerns over data security and privacy.
Cyberattacks on UK retail giants spark security concerns
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Harrods, Marks & Spencer and Co-op face a surge in cyberattacks, highlighting cybersecurity challenges within the UK retail sector amid rising digital threats.
How to keep public trust when systems go down
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Effective communication during cyberattacks is vital to maintain public trust and protect reputations, warns PR experts from Impact PR Auckland.
It’s the end of passwords as we know it
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Passwords are fading as biometrics, like fingerprints and facial recognition, emerge as Australia’s secure, hassle-free future for digital access.