Unjustified e-health data access and other violations: DVI received more than 1000 complaints last year
Last year, the Data State Inspectorate (DVI) in Latvia received 1,034 complaints regarding breaches of personal data processing, highlighting issues such as unjustified access to e-health data and illegal employee surveillance.
A group of sensitive information about members of parliament has been revealed from the dark web
Sensitive information about Finnish parliament members has been leaked to the dark web following data breaches, including passwords.
Survey: One in four parliamentary politicians appear on the dark web
A recent survey reveals that one in four members of Norway's parliament have had their personal information exposed on the dark web due to poor cybersecurity practices.
Data breach could force SMEs to close as TV star warns of 'traitorous' threat
A former cyber expert warns that a significant number of small UK businesses risk closure due to cyber threats and data breaches.
Reform UK may breach data laws with free energy bills competition
Reform UK's competition to offer free energy bills raises concerns over potential breaches of data protection laws.
Do you know the true cost of identity theft?
Identity theft related to data broker breaches has cost Americans over $20 billion in the past decade, impacting millions.
Illegally scanned the finances of 100 people. The official was caught thanks to Nawrocki
A Polish official, Urszula S., is facing charges for illegally accessing personal data of 100 individuals, marking a significant breach of privacy laws.
Cybersecurity: why France remains so fragile in the face of data leaks
The article discusses the growing fragility of France's cybersecurity in light of an increase in data breaches, despite a slight reduction in ransomware attacks.
How a ransomware attack left an Ontario government health agency scrambling
A ransomware attack on Ontario Medical Supply led to significant data breaches affecting around 200,000 home care patients in Ontario, causing urgent concerns for the Ford government's health agency.
INSS CPI appeals against decisions by Dino that barred data privacy breaches such as that of Lulinha
The INSS CPI has appealed a decision by Minister Flávio Dino that suspended the approval of data privacy breaches related to investigations involving Lulinha, the son of President Lula.
Wrong patient received an invitation for heart surgery – the health data of thousands of people are at risk in welfare areas every year
A patient in Southwest Finland received a heart surgery invitation that was meant for someone else, highlighting recurring issues with privacy breaches that affect thousands annually.
Aleksanteri Kivimäki will be imprisoned for at least a few months – here's how it will happen
Aleksanteri Kivimäki has been sentenced to approximately seven years in prison for serious extortions and data breaches involving the psychotherapy center Vastaamo.
Wiretapping: 8-Year Prison Sentence for Surveillance
A court in Greece sentenced four defendants to eight years in prison for violations related to wiretapping and breaches of personal data laws, pending appeal.
Did you buy a smart vacuum cleaner? What really happens to your data?
A Spanish programmer discovered a security vulnerability in DJI devices, revealing potential risks of data breaches from smart home devices like vacuum cleaners.
Severe sentence sends Vastaamo hacker Aleksanteri Kivimäki back to prison – watch Yle's live broadcast
Aleksanteri Kivimäki has been sentenced to 6 years and 11 months in prison for severe data breaches and extortion against a psychotherapeutic center in Finland.
Data from the Master bank's secrecy breaches are with the Federal Police with no forecast to return to the CPI, say lawmakers
Lawmakers report that information obtained from the breaches of banking, tax, and telecommunication secrecy of the Master bank's owner is currently held by the Federal Police without a timeline for its return to the investigation committee.
André Mendonça returns to CPI data on the breaking of banking secrets from Master and Vorcaro
Minister André Mendonça of Brazil's Supreme Court has mandated the Senate to hand over investigation materials from the Sem Desconto Operation to the Federal Police, which include data from the banking secrecy breaches.
Identity stolen from 5,000 Digos agents: the strange blitz by Chinese hackers
The Italian Ministry of Interior has suffered multiple breaches attributed to Chinese hackers, compromising sensitive data of around 5,000 Digos agents.
Association says that tax auditors cannot be scapegoats after leak against the STF
The Unafisco Nacional criticized the Federal Police's operation targeting a Federal Revenue auditor suspected of data breaches involving STF ministers' families.
Nigeria probes Temu over alleged data privacy breaches
Nigeria's data protection regulator is investigating e-commerce platform Temu for potential violations of data privacy laws affecting Nigerian users.
Members of the STF are notified of data confidentiality breaches involving relatives of ministers
STF ministers were alerted that the Federal Revenue identified breaches of confidentiality concerning relatives of court judges.
Electric Company Had a Security Vulnerability That Could Have Been Used for Phishing
Finnish electric company Vihreä Älyenergia reported a security vulnerability that could potentially be exploited for phishing and data breaches, though no signs of its exploitation were found.
Federal Revenue tracks breach of secrecy of STF ministers and 100 relatives by order of Moraes
The Federal Revenue of Brazil is investigating potential data secrecy breaches involving about 100 individuals, including ministers of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) and their families, at the request of Minister Alexandre de Moraes.
Is your company prepared for a data leak?
The article discusses the increasing prevalence of data breaches in companies, exposing sensitive information and the severe implications for businesses and clients.
Bae Kyung-hoon: "Coupang agreed on the investigation results, but the U.S. headquarters is saying something different"
Korean Deputy Prime Minister Bae Kyung-hoon criticized Coupang's U.S. headquarters for contradicting the results of an investigation shared and agreed upon with Coupang Korea regarding data breaches.
One Password, Multiple Accounts! Are You Making This Mistake Too?
The article warns against using the same password across multiple platforms, highlighting the security risks of potential data breaches.
After the scandal regarding the sale of confiscated cars - VMI has launched another investigation
Following a scandal about the sale of confiscated vehicles, the Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) has initiated a new investigation related to data security breaches.
When dating apps get hacked, your private life goes public
Recent breaches at dating apps Bumble and Match by the ShinyHunters hacking group raise concerns over user privacy and data security.
Prosecution against police chief dropped
The prosecution against a former high-ranking police officer accused of incitement to data breaches has been dropped due to a new assessment by the Police Authority regarding permissible checks during security assessments.
Government and ruling party strengthen compensation responsibilities for companies leaking personal information regardless of intent or negligence
The ruling Democratic Party and government in South Korea have decided to enhance legal liability for companies involved in data breaches, imposing heavier penalties and ensuring victims receive compensation, even if the leaks occur unintentionally.
Data Theft: CNIL Imposes a 27 Million Euro Fine on Free Mobile and 15 Million on Free
The French data protection authority CNIL has fined Free Mobile 27 million euros and Free 15 million euros for security breaches related to subscriber data following a massive data theft.