Data Breach Confirmed to Have Compromised Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Data
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) confirmed a data breach involving the PowerSchool system. The breach exposed sensitive student and teacher data. Unauthorized access occurred between December 19th and 28th, 2023 via stolen employee credentials. Compromised data included schedules, grades, and personal information. Despite the breach, the PowerSchool CMS parent login portal remains operational. PowerSchool is offering identity protection services and monitoring the dark web for data exposure. Read more
Texas Insider Breach: Theft of Benefit Funds Impacts 61,000
A breach at the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) exposed personal data of 61,000 individuals. The breach resulted in the theft of benefit funds. Discovered on November 21, 2024, the breach involved unauthorized access from June 2021 to December 2024. Data compromised included names, Social Security numbers, and financial information. The agency is offering two years of free identity monitoring. Read more
Otelier Data Breach Exposes Millions of Hotel Reservations and Personal Information
The Otelier data breach affected millions of hotel guests, exposing personal information and reservations due to compromised employee credentials. Attackers accessed Otelier’s Amazon S3 storage, downloading approximately 7.8 terabytes of data from brands like Marriott and Hilton. The breach included sensitive data such as names, addresses, and phone numbers. Otelier says that it is enhancing security protocols and is advising guests to monitor for phishing attempts. Read more
Cyber Attack on Consultant Exposes Sensitive Data of Oregon School Employees
A cyber attack on Carruth Compliance Consulting compromised sensitive data of Oregon school employees. The attack exposed data including Social Security numbers and financial information. The breach was detected between December 19th and 26th, 2024 and affected employees from multiple districts. The consulting firm is offering free credit monitoring and has initiated internal investigations. Read more
Lessons from Ace Hardware Cyber Attack: A Case Study in Data Security for Enterprise
The Ace Hardware cyber attack serves as a pivotal case study, revealing vulnerabilities in enterprise cybersecurity. The breach highlighted the necessity for regular audits, staff training, and multi-factor authentication. Key systems were impacted, leading to significant financial losses and reputational damage. This incident underscores the importance of investing in robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data and maintain operational integrity in enterprises. Read more
Top 15 Networking Certifications to Supercharge Your Career in 2025
Explore the top 15 networking certifications by security vendors that can enhance your cybersecurity career. Our blog provides vendor-specific and vendor-neutral certifications, to help you grow in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. Consider your career goals and current skill level to choose the right certification path. Stay ahead in your field by obtaining relevant certifications that demonstrate your expertise. Read more
