Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber. On today's episode, we dive into the latest cyber threats, regulatory actions, and innovations in the industry.
First up, Thai police systems are reeling from a cyberattack by the 'Yokai' backdoor. Originating from an unidentified hacker group, this breach exposes vulnerabilities in Thailand's governmental networks, sparking urgent calls for improved digital defenses.
In Europe, Meta faces a €251 million fine by the Irish Data Protection Commission following a 2018 breach that compromised data from 29 million accounts. This hefty penalty highlights increasing regulatory scrutiny and long-lasting aftermaths tech giants face over data protection missteps.
Across the tech landscape, Microsoft Azure Data Factory is grappling with bugs that threaten cloud infrastructure security. Potentially leading to unauthorized access and disruptions, these issues underscore the pressing need for robust security strategies. Microsoft is currently investigating and working to resolve these vulnerabilities.
In other news, the ransomware group Interlock has breached Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, impacting over 1.46 million patients. Similarly, Telecom Namibia suffers a cyberattack by the Hunters International Ransomware Gang, who leaked sensitive government data after unmet ransom demands.
Lastly, Wald.ai has unveiled a new DLP tool to protect AI platforms, marking a significant step in data security for emerging technologies. Tune in tomorrow for the latest in cybersecurity. Stay safe out there!This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations.
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