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Millions of records found exposed in database breach

On March 26, 2025, researchers at Cybernews discovered a massive data exposure involving an unsecured MongoDB database containing sensitive health information.

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Chinese hackers breach Commvault in cloud espionage attack

In early 2025, a cybersecurity breach affected Commvault, a major data management and backup solutions provider. The incident was linked to Salt...

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Meta and Yandex caught using Android apps to track users

Between 2017 and June 2025, researchers uncovered that Meta (formerly Facebook) and Yandex exploited a privacy loophole on Android devices by using...

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Medicare audits reveal $16 billion in potential savings

Between October 2024 and March 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) identified over $16.6...

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Understanding the Protecting Americans Data from Foreign Adversaries Act

The Protecting Americans Data from Foreign Adversaries Act (PADFAA) is a legislative measure aimed at protecting sensitive American data, including...

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Shields Healthcare settles 2022 breach lawsuit with $15 million payout

In March 2022, Shields Healthcare Group, a Massachusetts-based medical imaging provider operating 30 facilities across New England, experienced a...

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UChicago Medicine drops vendor after patient data hack

In July 2024, Nationwide Recovery Services, a third-party vendor previously contracted by UChicago Medicine Medical Group, experienced a...

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Massive credential leak threatens security of tech users

On May 22, 2025, a massive data breach was reported that exposed over 184 million login credentials spanning major online platforms and services.

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Michigan House passes bill requiring health data be stored in US or Canada

On May 13, 2025, the Michigan House of Representatives passed House Bill 4242, introduced by Representative Jamie Thompson (R), to bolster...

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White House unveils budget proposal slashing health agency funding

On May 2, 2025, President Donald Trump released his administration’s discretionary spending blueprint for fiscal year (FY) 2026, commonly referred to...

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Is Google Cloud Identity Management HIPAA compliant? (2025 update)

Based on our research, Google Cloud Identity is HIPAA compliant because it meets the requirements set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human...

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Is Google Meet HIPAA compliant? (2025 update)

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Is Google Meet HIPAA compliant? (2025 update)

Based on our research, Google Meet is HIPAA compliant because it meets the requirements set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)...

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HIPAA ruled not a barrier to Missouri AG’s gender care probe

On May 7, 2025, the Missouri Eastern District Court of Appeals ruled that Planned Parenthood Great Rivers must comply with a civil investigative...

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