Cyber Security Headlines CISA cuts planned, Windows ‘inetpub’ warning, health lab breach
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Apr 14, 2025 CISA is planning significant workforce cuts, raising concerns about cybersecurity preparedness. Microsoft warns users about the dangers of deleting the ‘inetpub’ folder on Windows. A massive data breach at a testing lab has compromised the personal information of 1.6 million individuals. Additionally, 21 countries have signed a new cybersecurity code of practice to combat emerging threats. Recent developments include the Tycoon 2FA phishing kit and a military malware attack linked to Russian hackers.
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CISA Facing Cuts
- CISA faces potential staffing and budget cuts due to White House scrutiny.
- The cuts target half of full-time staff and 40% of contractors, impacting 1300 people.
Keep InetPub Folder
- Do not delete the new
InetPubfolder on Windows. - It was added in an update, even for users without IIS, and may be part of a vulnerability fix.
Testing Lab Data Breach
- Seattle-based Laboratory Services Cooperative suffered a data breach affecting 1.6 million.
- The stolen data included PII, medical records, and payment information.