Cyber Security Headlines MathWorks confirms ransomware attack, Adidas has data breach, Dutch intelligence warns of cyberattack
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May 28, 2025 MathWorks has confirmed they suffered a ransomware attack, raising concerns about cybersecurity resilience. Adidas faces a data breach linked to a compromised customer service provider. Dutch intelligence warns that Russian hackers have stolen sensitive police data in a major cyberattack. The episode also discusses the implications of GitHub's vulnerabilities and the evolving threat landscape, including issues related to quantum computing and encryption.
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MathWorks Ransomware Impact
- MathWorks experienced a ransomware attack affecting IT systems and customer applications like MATLAB Mobile.
- The company has not disclosed data theft but is collaborating with experts and law enforcement.
Adidas Customer Data Breach
- Adidas suffered a data breach through a third-party customer service hack exposing contact information.
- No payment or password data was stolen; affected customers and authorities are being notified.
Laundry Bear Targets EU Police Data
- Dutch intelligence attributes a 2023 cyberattack stealing police data to Russian hackers called Laundry Bear.
- The group targets EU and NATO nations, seeking intelligence on Western weapons deliveries to Ukraine.