Tag: data loss
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OpenAI GPT-5.6 Model Exposes Users to Unintended File Deletion Risk
Beware of the GPT-5.6 model's alarming bug that can wipe out your files in an instant, as shocking incidents from tech investor Matt Shumer and software engineer Bruno Lemos reveal. Users are reporting devastating file deletions, with one victim losing almost all of their Mac's files and another having their entire production database erased.
Weak Passwords Expose Firms to Data Loss Risk
One careless decision - using the same easily-guessable password across multiple environments - left a client vulnerable to disaster, despite a hefty investment in security tools. A simple password like "admin123" pinned in a shared Slack channel created a single point of failure that put the entire system at risk.
Help desk Fails Script, Techies Deliver Stunning Fix
When the help desks reflex was to delete everything and start again, a savvy tech delivered a stunning fix — proving that scripted shortcuts might close tickets fast but often erase data, context and customer trust.
Security Leaders Exclusive: Critical Reasons 77% Lose Data
77% of organizations have experienced insider-related data loss in the last 18 months. Insider risk is no longer a niche IT problem—it’s an urgent, practical challenge driven by identity sprawl, cloud complexity and human pressures.
insider risk: Essential Defenses Against Costly Breaches
Insider risk is now a frontline threat—77% of organizations have suffered data loss—so prioritize least-privilege access, zero-trust IAM, and integrated DLP/UEBA/SIEM while building a people-first culture that balances privacy with protection. These must-have defenses stop costly breaches before trusted channels become exit ramps.
cyber incidents Surge: Must-Have Defenses for Risky Times
Britain’s cyber agencies warn that although overall attack numbers stayed flat, high-severity incidents jumped about 50% in a year—fewer breaches are now causing far bigger damage. It’s a wake-up call for government, businesses and IT teams to harden defenses, rehearse responses and invest in resilience before the next catastrophic hit.
cyberattack recovery: Critical Must-Have Steps for Schools
When cyberattacks shutter classrooms, schools often scramble for months—some even lose coursework forever—because improved defenses haven’t been matched by solid recovery plans. Investing in immutable backups, regular restore drills and clear incident playbooks can get students back to learning faster and with less disruption.
OAuth token theft: Must-Have Fixes After Risky Breach
When OAuth token theft let attackers roam across integrations, Salesloft temporarily pulled Drift offline to stop the bleeding and fully review security. It’s a wake-up call: short-lived tokens, tighter scopes and rapid rotation are essential to keep integrations—and customer data—safe.
delete backups: Stunning Risky Cloud Deletion Alert
Imagine losing not just your systems but the backups you counted on—attackers are now exfiltrating data and deleting snapshots in cloud environments like Azure, turning recoveries into impossible puzzles. Treat backups as crown jewels: lock them down with least-privilege access, immutability, offline copies, and strong identity controls before it’s too late.
Windows Recovery Environment: Must-Have Critical Fix
If you’ve ever been stranded by a stalled boot or a recovery loop, you’re not alone — Microsoft just released an out-of-band patch to fix a Windows Recovery Environment bug that could prevent repairs. Install the update right away and verify your recovery tools and backups so a fix doesn’t leave you unable to recover when it counts.