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🏴‍☠️ Inside the Shadows: How ABAR-SpA Became a Hostage of Ransomware Extortion

20 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Europe

ABAR-SpA, an Italian business, fell victim to a ransomware attack that encrypted its data and threatened to leak sensitive information. This feature investigates the attack, the growing threat of double-extortion, and what companies can do to defend themselves.

#Ransomware | #Cybercrime | #Data Security

Quantum Countdown: Is Your Business Data Already at Risk?

18 Feb 2026 news

As quantum computers approach the power to break today’s encryption, companies must urgently adopt post-quantum cryptography to safeguard their most sensitive data. Here's how to build your quantum action plan before it’s too late.

#Quantum Computing | #Data Security | #Post-Quantum Cryptography

Inside the Odido Breach: When Social Engineering Outsmarts Cybersecurity

18 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Europe

Hackers didn’t need high-tech exploits to breach Odido—they relied on cunning emails and persuasive phone calls. The result? Sensitive data on over six million customers exposed, proving that the biggest vulnerability isn’t software, but people.

#Odido breach | #social engineering | #data security

Cybersecurity Awards 2026: Vendors Shift from AI Hype to Governance & Control

18 Feb 2026 news

A deep dive into the 2026 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards nominations uncovers a dramatic move away from AI hype toward real-world security frameworks, identity lineage, and data governance—marking the dawn of accountable AI in cybersecurity.

#Cybersecurity Awards | #AI Governance | #Data Security

Cybersecurity Vendors Shift from AI Hype to Real Governance at 2026 Excellence Awards

18 Feb 2026 news

At the 2026 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards, vendors are moving beyond AI hype, focusing on governance frameworks, identity lineage, and data security. The industry’s new challenge: proving operational accountability under pressure.

#Cybersecurity | #AI Governance | #Data Security

EU Parliament Suspends Device AI Amid Security Fears | Netcrook

18 Feb 2026 news 🌍 Europe

The European Parliament has suspended built-in AI features on lawmakers’ and staff devices, citing unresolved cybersecurity risks related to cloud-based processing. This decisive action highlights growing concerns over data protection and foreign technology vendors in EU institutions.

#EU Parliament | #AI Suspension | #Data Security

NiFi’s Hidden Backdoor: Critical Flaw Exposes Dataflow Security

17 Feb 2026 news

A hidden bug in Apache NiFi gave low-level users unauthorized access to sensitive components, exposing organizations to privilege escalation and data breaches. Here’s how the vulnerability unfolded and what it means for the future of dataflow security.

#Apache NiFi | #Data Security | #Vulnerability

QNAP Vulnerability Exposes Critical Data Worldwide | Netcrook Investigates

12 Feb 2026 news

A newly discovered flaw in QNAP network storage devices exposes millions to cyber risks, including data theft and ransomware. Experts urge immediate action as users await an official fix.

#QNAP vulnerability | #data security | #cybercriminals

MongoDB Vulnerability Uncovered: Is Your Data at Risk?

12 Feb 2026 news

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in MongoDB, raising urgent security concerns for organizations worldwide. This feature examines the details, risks, and recommended actions.

#MongoDB | #Data Security | #Vulnerability

Nevada's New Data Security Policy: High Stakes After Statewide Cyberattack

12 Feb 2026 news 🌍 North America

In the wake of a crippling cyberattack, Nevada has introduced a sweeping statewide data classification policy, aiming to standardize the protection of sensitive government information and lay the groundwork for future cybersecurity improvements.

#Data Security | #Cyberattack | #Nevada Policy