Cyber Security Headlines Asahi ransomware details, California browser law, Windows Teams accelerated
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Dec 1, 2025 Asahi reveals the fallout from a ransomware attack affecting 1.5 million customers, raising privacy concerns. California's new law mandates web browsers to offer opt-out tools, potentially reshaping national data privacy practices. Microsoft prepares to enhance Teams performance, streamlining call handling with a new handler. Additionally, a data breach at the French Soccer Federation exposes members' personal information. Finally, leaders discuss the implications of data centers on local elections and energy costs.
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Hacktivists Mistook Honeypot For Facility
- ForScout observed a pro-Russian hacktivist group mistaking a honeypot for a water treatment facility.
- This shows attackers sometimes target decoys or misidentify infrastructure during scanning.
Scope Of Asahi Ransomware Exposure
- Asahi's October ransomware incident exposed PII for about 1.5 million customers and thousands of employees and contacts.
- The company says the impact appears limited to systems managed in Japan and credit card details were not exposed.
Browser Opt-Out Could Become Universal
- California's new law will require browsers to offer a turnkey opt-out for data sharing, potentially benefiting all Americans.
- Once browsers implement the tool, many users outside California may gain easier privacy controls.