how vulnerable critical healthcare systems remain in the face of rising ransomware attacks and data breaches worldwide The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has confirmed a major cyberattack that led to the exposure of over 100,000 patient records. The breach, discovered earlier this month, raises serious concerns about healthcare cybersecurity and patient data protection in […]
A newly discovered vulnerability has put millions of OnePlus smartphone users at risk. The flaw, identified as CVE-2025-10184, allows malicious apps to read and exploit SMS/MMS messages without proper user permissions. Security researchers at Rapid7 uncovered the issue, warning that attackers could potentially bypass app permissions, steal sensitive information, or even intercept two-factor authentication (2FA) […]
Cybersecurity threats are increasing globally, and Nigerian companies are not exempt. From ransomware attacks on banks to data breaches in fintech and e-commerce, organizations need structured approaches to protect sensitive data. One of the most widely respected global standards is the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF). Developed by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and […]
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), effective January 2020, is one of the most influential data protection laws in the world. Designed to give California residents greater control over their personal information, the law imposes strict obligations on businesses operating in or targeting the California market. Even if your business is located outside the United […]
In today’s global digital economy, data is both a strategic resource and a liability. Nigerian companies across diverse sectors—ranging from financial services and telecommunications to healthcare, e-commerce, and oil and gas—are increasingly exposed to international data protection regulations. The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Nigeria’s own […]
