Category: Cybercrime
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Nova Scotia Power seeks $6.8M for Cybersecurity Upgrades
Nova Scotia Power is seeking approval from the province’s utility regulator to invest $6.8 million in enhancing its cybersecurity measures. The plan outlines cybersecurity upgrades at 12 locations, but their specific sites remain undisclosed. A spokesperson for Nova Scotia Power describes the initiative as preventative. Thus far, the utility has not been targeted by the…
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A Wake-Up Call for Corporate Cybersecurity
Imagine downloading a free tool online, only to realize months later that it came bundled with malware that gave hackers full access to your computer. That’s exactly what happened to an engineer named Matthew Van Andel in early 2024. While using his home office computer, he unknowingly installed malicious software posing as an AI tool.…
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Cybersecurity Breach Hits Canadian Packaging Firm
On Feb. 21, 2025, Imaflex Inc. announced that its operations have been affected by a cyber security incident on certain of the Corporation’s systems. In response, the company swiftly took decisive measures to mitigate any potential impacts on its data and operations. With the support of third-party cybersecurity experts, Imaflex launched a comprehensive investigation to…
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Rising Data Breaches Challenge Canadian Companies’ Cybersecurity Efforts
Data breaches have become a pervasive issue, with around one in six Canadian businesses affected by cybersecurity incidents in 2023. Despite the rise in such events, companies continue to struggle with implementing effective defense protocols and post-breach responses. Cybersecurity expert Milind Bhargava highlights the commonality of unpreparedness, recounting an investigation of a ransomware breach in…
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AI DeepSeek Data Leaked
Large scale data breaches have become an all-too-common occurrence. Businesses, whether large or small, must prioritize cybersecurity to protect sensitive information from malicious actors. A recent incident involving the Chinese AI startup DeepSeek underscores this critical need. [A malicious actor is an individual or entity that deliberately engages in activities intended to cause harm, damage,…
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AI In The Workplace
Integrating AI into workflows isn’t just a trend, it’s an inevitability. However, with this evolution comes significant concerns, particularly around data security. Using company information in AI prompts without due diligence can expose organizations to unforeseen dangers. The Dangers of Sharing Company Information with AI 1. Data Leakage: When sensitive company information is used in…
