openSNP to Shut Down: Genetic Data Privacy Concerns Lead to Platform Closure
openSNP, a genetic data sharing platform, will cease operations and delete all user data by April 30, 2025, due to escalating privacy concerns and the risk of misuse by governments. Co-founder Bastian Greshake Tzovaras emphasized that the ethical landscape surrounding genetic data has shifted, making the closure a responsible decision. Users can download their data until the shutdown date. Read more
173,000 Patients Affected by Chord Specialty Dental Partners Email Data Breach
Chord Specialty Dental Partners reported a data breach affecting 173,430 patients, exposing personal and health information. The breach occurred through employee email accounts and prompted the organization to offer free credit monitoring. Investigations are ongoing, and the company has strengthened its security measures in response. Read more
SimonMed Imaging Confirms Cybersecurity Breach in January 2025
SimonMed Imaging confirmed a cybersecurity breach that exposed sensitive patient data through a vendor. The breach, detected on January 27, 2025, involved unauthorized access and has led to at least one class-action lawsuit. The Medusa ransomware group claimed responsibility, alleging that 212 GB of data had been compromised. Read more
Urgent Security Alert: Exploited CSLU Backdoor Threatens Cisco Systems
Cisco issued a critical security alert regarding a vulnerability in its Smart Licensing Utility (CSLU), which has been exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access. The vulnerability allows remote control of the CSLU application’s API. Cisco advises immediate patching to prevent potential attacks. Read more
Triada Malware Preloaded on Counterfeit Android Devices
Counterfeit Android devices have been found to contain Triada malware preinstalled, affecting users primarily in Russia. This malware can steal data and cryptocurrency by manipulating device settings and intercepting communications. Kaspersky researchers identified at least 2,600 infections, highlighting the risks of purchasing from unauthorized sellers. Read more
Royal Mail Data Breach: No Operational Impact Reported
Royal Mail is investigating a data breach involving third-party supplier Spectos GmbH, which leaked over 144GB of customer data, including personally identifiable information. Despite the breach, Royal Mail operations remain unaffected. The incident raises concerns about data security in third-party relationships. Read more
