Cybersecurity Today Critical Cybersecurity Breaches: OneDrive Default Settings, PowerSchool Ransom, and DOGE Staffer Compromises
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May 9, 2025 Delve into alarming cybersecurity breaches that reveal serious vulnerabilities. Discover how a security flaw in Microsoft OneDrive can compromise user data, and the fallout from PowerSchool's ransomware incident affecting students. Learn about a DOGE staffer's malware breach that raises questions about employee access and accountability. The discussion underscores the critical need for stronger security measures in both the private sector and government agencies, stressing the dangers of neglecting proper oversight.
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Disable Risky OneDrive Sync Feature
- Disable the new Microsoft OneDrive feature that syncs personal and corporate accounts by default to avoid data leaks.
- IT teams must verify and manage the feature status urgently as the default poses major security risks.
Risks of Paying Cyber Ransom
- Paying cyber ransom does not guarantee data deletion or protection from further attacks.
- Legacy data retention and weak vendor security amplify risks and liabilities for organizations like school boards.
Accountability and Resource Gaps
- Organizations cannot delegate accountability to vendors for data breaches despite vendor software usage.
- Public agencies lack resources and must find systemic solutions beyond individual entities handling cybersecurity alone.