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Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

Russian Military Cyber Actors Targeting Critical Infrastructure Sector

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), along with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the National Security Agency, and other international partners, issued an Alert on September 5, 2024, warning...more

J.S. Held

Benefits of a vCISO in the Age of AI-Driven Cyberattacks

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Cyberattacks powered by artificial intelligence have become more sophisticated as bad actors utilize machine learning to analyze vulnerabilities, automate exploits, and outpace traditional security measures. Through the use...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

National Public Data Hack Exposes Millions: Essential Steps to Safeguard Your Identity and Combat Fraud

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The recent massive data breach at National Public Data (NPD), a background check company, has potentially compromised the personal information of millions, if not billions, of individuals, including their Social Security...more

Fisher Phillips

Recent Snowflake Data Breach Exposes Dangers of Third-Party Data Platforms: Your 5-Step Plan After Suffering a Data Breach

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When a prominent cloud storage company recently suffered a critical data breach that quickly developed into one of the largest data breaches of all time, it served as a wake-up call to companies to ensure that their data...more

Baker Botts L.L.P.

'Ransom Cartel' Leader Indicted: A Reminder of Cybercrime’s Growing Reach

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The recent indictment of Maksim Silnikau, a Belarusian and Ukrainian national, is a clear reminder that cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated and bold....more

Locke Lord LLP

Cybersecurity Safe Harbors – One Step Forward and Two Steps Back

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Cyberattacks continue to increase in number and severity. This increase has amplified the need for legislation to protect both businesses and consumers. In previous articles, we discussed the few states that enacted “safe...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

The Download: Do I need to make money to go public?

01 Do I need to make money to go public?02 A new M&A playbook in the age of AI03 Cyber enforcement forecast post-SolarWinds decision04 Cyber diligence for IPOs with Kroll’s CISO05 The Download Quiz: Venture capital trends...more

Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP

Southern District of New York Dismisses Most Claims in SEC Cybersecurity-Related Enforcement Action Against SolarWinds

On July 18, 2024, U.S. District Judge Paul A. Engelmayer of the Southern District of New York dismissed most of the charges that the Securities and Exchange Commission brought against SolarWinds and its chief information...more

A&O Shearman

Judge dismisses most of SEC’s suit against SolarWinds over cybersecurity disclosures

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On July 18, 2024, U.S. District Judge Paul Engelmayer of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York issued a comprehensive 107-page opinion that may have significant implications for the Securities and...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Fuite de données : La CACB clarifie la portée potentielle des recours à l’encontre des consignataires de données en matière de...

Le 4 juillet 2024, la Cour d’appel de la Colombie-Britannique (la « CACB ») a rendu deux jugements d’appel en matière d’actions collectives dans des contextes de fuite de données. Ce faisant, la CACB a clarifié la portée...more

BCLP

SDNY Dismisses Majority of SEC Landmark Charges Against SolarWinds and CISO

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On July 18, 2024, District Court Judge Engelmayer of the Southern District of New York issued his 107-page opinion and order dismissing most – but not all – of the landmark allegations of the SEC against SolarWinds Corp. and...more

Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Cybercrime Trends: A Midyear Review

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Cybercriminals continue to outpace the best efforts of regulators, law enforcement, and cybersecurity professionals. Recent reporting from the Federal Bureau of Investigation demonstrates that cybercriminals are increasingly...more

Fenwick & West LLP

SEC v. SolarWinds: Court Dismisses the Majority of the SEC’s Securities Fraud Claims

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On July 18, Judge Paul Engelmayer of the Southern District of New York issued a lengthy order dismissing the majority of the SEC’s enforcement case against SolarWinds Corporation (SolarWinds) and its CISO, Timothy Brown. The...more

Cooley LLP

Federal Court Dismisses Bulk of SEC’s Complaint Against SolarWinds in Cyberattack Case

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On July 18, 2024, US District Judge Paul Engelmayer of the Southern District of New York issued a detailed 107-page opinion and order dismissing most of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) case against SolarWinds...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

What Goes Around Comes Around: The Resurgence of Data Breach Class Actions

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Data breach class actions are again on the rise, with a recent report by Lex Machina confirming what many cybersecurity practitioners have seen first-hand over the last two years. The findings also reaffirm longstanding best...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Invasion of the Data Snatchers: B.C. Court of Appeal Clarifies Possible Scope of Privacy Claims Against Data Custodians in Data...

On July 4, 2024, the B.C. Court of Appeal issued a duo of class action appeal decisions considering the potential scope of statutory and common law privacy claims against data custodians that fall victim to cyberattacks in...more

Morgan Lewis - Health Law Scan

HHS and FBI Release Joint Cybersecurity Advisory Statement for Healthcare Providers

Shortly after our prior blog post discussing the need for healthcare entities to shore up protections against phishing attacks, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Navigating the New Frontier: SEC’s Enforcement Action on RR Donnelley and its Implications for Compliance

In the ever-evolving compliance landscape, the recent enforcement action by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against RR Donnelley is a significant case study. This incident underscores the importance of robust...more

Fisher Phillips

Don't Forget About ERISA in Your Health Plan’s Cybersecurity Efforts: Important Reminders for Plan Fiduciaries in the Wake of...

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Earlier this year, a cyberattack on a leading healthcare claims processing provider had an unprecedented impact on patients and healthcare providers across the country. While group health plans were not directly targeted in...more

Cooley LLP

SEC charges RR Donnelley with control failures related to cybersecurity incident

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In this June Order, SEC Enforcement brought settled charges against R.R. Donnelley & Sons, a “global provider of business communications services and marketing solutions,” for control failures: more specifically, a failure to...more

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

Black Basta Exploits Microsoft Zero-Day After Patch

It is being reported that Black Basta (aptly named) exploited a Microsoft zero-day prior to Microsoft’s release of a patch for the vulnerability back in March....more

Holland & Knight LLP

Change Healthcare Cybersecurity Incident: Financial Impact and Resulting Litigation

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On Feb. 21, 2024, the ransomware hacker group ALPHV, otherwise known as "BlackCat," disabled Change Healthcare's nationwide healthcare billing and information systems and demanded a ransom to unlock them....more

HaystackID

London Hospitals Crippled by Major Cyberattack on Synnovis: Critical Services Disrupted

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Major hospitals in London are grappling with severe disruptions following a cyberattack on Synnovis, a key pathology services provider. The attack has resulted in canceled surgeries and emergency patients being diverted to...more

Dentons

Ep. 19 - What to Do When Your Business Associate Suffers a Ransomware Attack

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The healthcare industry remains a popular target for ransomware attacks. If you haven’t been impacted by a ransomware attack, it’s likely only a matter of time before someone you do business with or buy services from is...more

Woodruff Sawyer

The Growing Cyber Risks in Fintech and How to Mitigate Them

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The fintech revolution has reshaped the financial world, creating new opportunities to borrow, save, transact, and invest like never before. With no signs of slowing, fintech revenues are projected to grow sixfold from $245...more

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