GAO Report: Coast Guard Must Strengthen Maritime Cybersecurity

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a report urging the Coast Guard to enhance its oversight of the Maritime Transportation System (MTS) to address shortcomings in maritime cybersecurity. The report, titled “Coast Guard: Additional Efforts Needed to Address Cybersecurity Risks to the Maritime Transportation System,” identifies critical vulnerabilities, gaps in oversight, and deficiencies … Read more

Cyber Insurance in 2025: Key Risks and Challenges Facing Businesses

Cyber Insurance at the Forefront of Risk Management Cyber insurance remains one of the fastest-growing sectors in the insurance industry. As cyber threats escalate globally, businesses are expanding coverage to safeguard against emerging risks. The Policyholder Review 2024/25, from UK law firm Stewarts, is their first annual review of the insurance disputes landscape. The report … Read more

183 Million Records Exposed: Key Insights from the 2025 Healthcare Cybersecurity Report

The 2025 Horizon Report by Fortified Health Security highlights the escalating challenges healthcare organizations face in the cybersecurity arena. With 183 million patient records compromised in 2024, up 9% from the previous year, the report underscores the urgent need for robust solutions. The report also examines emerging threats, the role of artificial intelligence (AI), and … Read more

Hong Kong Data Breaches 2024: Clyde & Co Insights on PCPD Findings

Clyde & Co has provided key insights into six data breach investigations conducted by Hong Kong’s Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD). The findings highlight critical shortcomings in cybersecurity and data protection practices, offering a roadmap for organizations to strengthen their defenses against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. You won’t be surprised to … Read more

Leaving the Keys in the Ignition: VPN Weaknesses Open the Door to Ransomware

Using “admin” as a username for a virtual private network (VPN) is akin to parking your car and leaving the keys in the ignition. You are making it easy; why not leave the car running? This careless practice can make your system vulnerable to ransomware attacks. According to Corvus Insurance’s Q3 2024 Cyber Threat Report, … Read more

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