By Ashwani Mishra, Editor-Technology, 63SATS
The global cybersecurity workforce stagnates amid budget cuts and layoffs, a hacker leaks sensitive Capgemini data including T-Mobile logs, a healthcare provider settles for $65 million over a nude patient photo leak, a teen is arrested for the Transport for London cyberattack, and the U.S. government shuts down 350 websites trafficking counterfeit Glock silencer.
Stay tuned for the latest global cybersecurity developments.
Global Cybersecurity Workforce Growth Stalls Amid Budget Cuts and Layoffs
The global cybersecurity workforce grew by only 0.1% year-over-year, reaching 5.5 million, marking the first stagnation since 2019, according to ISC2’s latest report. This is a significant drop from the 8.7% growth in 2022.
The report, based on a survey of nearly 16,000 cybersecurity professionals worldwide, highlights growing concerns for the sector as layoffs, budget cuts, and hiring freezes contribute to a widening skills gap.
The perceived unmet demand for cybersecurity professionals has increased by 19%, with 4.8 million jobs still unfilled. ISC2 estimates the industry now requires a total workforce of 10.2 million to meet global demand.
Capgemini Breach: Hacker Claims to Leak Sensitive Data Including T-Mobile Logs
According to The Register, a cybercriminal known as “grep” claims to have hacked Capgemini, stealing 20GB of sensitive data, including source code, private keys, and T-Mobile’s virtual machine logs. The French IT giant has yet to confirm the breach.
U.S. Government Shuts Down 350 Websites Trafficking Counterfeit Glock Silencers
The Department of Homeland Security has seized over 350 websites allegedly involved in importing counterfeit Glock silencers and other firearm components from China. These sites were facilitating the illegal conversion of pistols into automatic weapons.
Ajina.Banker: New Android Malware Steals Financial Data, Targets Central Asia
The newly discovered Android malware, Ajina.Banker, is targeting bank customers in Central Asia by stealing financial information and bypassing 2FA via Telegram. The malware spreads through deceptive Telegram channels posing as legitimate banking apps.
Healthcare Provider Pays $65 Million Over Nude Cancer Patient Photo Leak
Lehigh Valley Health Network agreed to a $65 million settlement after the Russia-linked ALPHV hacker group leaked nude photos of cancer patients. The ransomware attack exposed sensitive data from 135,000 patients, including unauthorized photos taken during treatments.
Teen Arrested Over Transport for London Cyberattack
A 17-year-old was arrested in connection with a cyberattack on Transport for London that disrupted the city’s transit system. The National Crime Agency is investigating the incident, which raises concerns about vulnerabilities in public infrastructure.
