🚨 When cybersecurity becomes the threat itself.

In a shocking incident, the CEO of cybersecurity firm Veritaco, Jeffrey Bowie, was arrested for allegedly installing malware onto hospital computers at St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City.

Here's what happened:
- On August 6, 2024, Bowie was captured on security cameras trying to access multiple offices before installing malware on two hospital computers.
- The malicious software was programmed to take screenshots every 20 minutes and send them to an external IP address.
- When confronted, Bowie falsely claimed he had a family member undergoing surgery and needed to use the system.

Fortunately, St. Anthony’s security protocols detected the breach quickly. No patient information was accessed, and law enforcement was immediately engaged.

Bowie, who previously held senior cybersecurity roles before founding Veritaco in 2023, now faces serious charges under Oklahoma’s Computer Crimes Act — penalties could include up to ten years in prison and hefty fines.

This incident highlights an uncomfortable truth: insider threats can come from anywhere — even from those trusted to protect.

As healthcare cybersecurity threats rise, incidents like this are stark reminders of why robust security monitoring, background checks, and zero-trust models are critical — no matter how impressive the résumé. 🛡️

The investigation involving the FBI and local authorities is ongoing.

Stay vigilant. Trust, but verify.

#CyberSecurity #InsiderThreats #HealthcareSecurity

🚨 Whistleblower: Sensitive labor data may have been exfiltrated — and logs wiped to cover it up.

A whistleblower from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has come forward with alarming allegations: a White House-backed “efficiency” team, known as DOGE, may have accessed and removed confidential labor data — then attempted to hide their tracks.

What happened:

- DOGE staff allegedly demanded “tenant-owner” level access to internal systems
- Monitoring logs were disabled, audit trails erased, MFA turned off
- Engineers used virtual containers, automation tools, and DNS tunneling
- Around 10 GB of sensitive data was tracked leaving the agency — mostly untraceable
- One DOGE engineer’s GitHub listed a project called “NxGenBdoorExtract” — potentially tied to the agency’s case management system

Why it matters:

- The NLRB handles unionization efforts, whistleblower complaints, and unfair labor practice cases
- Exfiltrated data could expose witnesses, legal strategies, or proprietary business info
- Attempts to log in using DOGE credentials were traced to a Russian IP, raising national security concerns
- Internal cybersecurity safeguards were reportedly bypassed or disabled

Despite agency denials, the whistleblower's claims are backed by forensic data, internal records, and technical analysis by former FBI and federal cyber experts.

🔐 At Efani, we’ve always said: the most dangerous access isn’t external — it’s internal.
This story underscores why insider threat detection, least-privilege access, and unbroken logging are non-negotiable.

This isn’t just about one agency. It’s a wake-up call for cybersecurity across government.

#CyberSecurity #InsiderThreats #DataPrivacy #Whistleblower #EfaniSecure

🔐 Over 60% of data breaches come from insiders—not hackers.

In tech, the threat is closer than you think.

From late-night logins to employees snooping in places they shouldn't, insider threats often leave clues.

💡 Learn the 10 red flags that smart companies never ignore: https://blueheadline.com/tech-news/insider-threats-10-red-flags/

Which red flags have YOU seen in your tech career?
Let’s talk patterns, prevention, and protecting our data 👇

#Technology #CyberSecurity #InfoSec #InsiderThreats #DevSecOps #DataBreach #TechCulture

Securing Microsoft 365 Backups: Addressing Hidden Threats

https://thedefendopsdiaries.com/securing-microsoft-365-backups-addressing-hidden-threats/

#microsoft365security
#databackup
#cyberthreats
#encryption
#insiderthreats

Ein Entwickler versteckte eine "Zeitbombe" im Code seines Arbeitgebers, um im Falle einer Kündigung Schaden anzurichten. Dieser Fall zeigt eindrücklich, wie wichtig strenge Sicherheitsrichtlinien und Zero-Trust-Strategien sind.

#CyberSecurity #ITSecurity #InsiderThreats #ZeroTrust #CyberRisk #CyberAwareness #Hackerangriff #Cybercrime

https://www.heise.de/news/Zeitbombe-in-Code-versteckt-Entwickler-verurteilt-10311150.html

📊🔐 Employee Device Monitoring – A Must for Modern Cybersecurity! How can businesses protect against insider threats, data leaks, and unauthorized access? Discover why monitoring corporate devices is no longer optional but a necessity. 🏢💻

🔗 Read more: https://wardenshield.com/employee-device-monitoring-non-negotiable-in-modern-cybersecurity

#CyberSecurity #DataProtection #InsiderThreats #ITSecurity #EndpointSecurity #WardenShield #BusinessSecurity #ThreatIntelligence

Navigating the Complexities of Cybersecurity: Lessons from a Developer's Sabotage

https://thedefendopsdiaries.com/navigating-the-complexities-of-cybersecurity-lessons-from-a-developers-sabotage/

#cybersecurity
#insiderthreats
#ethicalhacking
#cybercrime
#infosec

Insider threats zijn bedreigingen die vanuit je eigen bedrijf komen. Denk bijvoorbeeld aan (voormalige) werknemers, of aan partners of contacten die beschikken over je bedrijfsgegevens. Deze 'insiders' kunnen veel schade aanrichten.

Meer informatie ⤵️

https://www.digitaltrustcenter.nl/informatie-advies/wat-zijn-insider-threats

#insiderthreats #cybersecurity