Cybersecurity Chaos: From TikTok Teens to ISP Invasions!
SecurityWeek’s cybersecurity news roundup delivers the scoop on stories that flew under your radar. From TikTok’s child data probe to Cisco’s vulnerability alert, this digest ensures you’re never left out of the loop in the cybersecurity landscape. Catch up on these crucial developments and stay ahead of the cyber curve!
Hot Take:
While the UK government is busy playing social media babysitter, Rubrik is dealing with some rogue log files, Vermillio is cashing in on AI protection, and Rite Aid is trying to patch up its data breach boo-boo with a $6.8 million Band-Aid. Meanwhile, Splunk is waving red flags about an internet exploitation campaign, and Cisco is patching up vulnerabilities like they’re leaks in a sinking ship. All this while Cybereason’s CEO is playing musical chairs and Google is spilling the beans on AMD’s vulnerability. Sound like a typical week in cybersecurity? Just another day in the digital Wild West!
Key Points:
- The UK ICO is investigating social media platforms for their use of children’s data, focusing on TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur.
- Rubrik discovered a security incident involving unauthorized access to a server’s log files.
- Vermillio and CQR security firms raised significant funds to enhance AI and OT security offerings.
- Splunk warns of a massive exploitation campaign against ISPs in the US and China, originating from Eastern Europe.
- Cisco addresses vulnerabilities, while Google discloses a significant AMD CPU vulnerability.