Risky Bulletin Risky Bulletin: Russia's war on foreign software continues
Aug 6, 2025
Russian firms are now required to switch to local ERP systems, reflecting tight regulations on foreign software. Ohio is debating new rules for public sector ransom payments. Meanwhile, major breaches at Chanel and Cisco highlight ongoing cyber vulnerabilities. A Thai hospital faces penalties for a hilariously egregious data breach involving patient records. Experts dive into the latest security initiatives from tech giants like Adobe and Meta to bolster user protection.
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Russia Mandates Domestic ERP Use
- Russian law now requires critical infrastructure operators to use domestic ERP software to reduce reliance on foreign providers.
- About one-third of Russian companies still rely on foreign ERP software like SAP and Oracle.
Ohio Demands Public Ransom Approval
- Ohio's local governments must publicly approve ransomware payments through open governance like voting.
- They are also required to establish cybersecurity programs to help prevent attacks.
Thai Hospital Records Used as Wrappers
- A Thai private hospital was fined $37,000 after patient records were used as food wrappers.
- The hospital had contracted disposal but failed to supervise the sensitive documents' destruction.