Cybersecurity Today Exposing a Government Data Breach: Whistleblower Tells All - Cybersecurity Today Special Report
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May 10, 2025 Daniel Berulis, a whistleblower who exposed tenant admin abuse in a government cloud environment, shares his harrowing journey of disclosing unauthorized data copying and audit trail wiping to Congress. He details the alarming red flags he noticed, his attempts to escalate the issue, and the emotional turmoil of choosing to speak up. The discussion highlights the complexities faced by whistleblowers, the importance of ethical transparency, and the vital role of robust cybersecurity measures in protecting sensitive information.
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Unusual Black SUV Visit
- Daniel recalled the day a mysterious black SUV with police escorts arrived at work unexpectedly.
- This unusual event preceded an unannounced visit from an unknown party that raised early suspicions.
Access Without Records Raises Red Flags
- Granting access without logging or record-keeping is a major red flag for security breaches.
- Transparent access management is essential to prevent unauthorized activities and abuse.
Detecting Data Exfiltration Spike
- A massive spike in outgoing data with no corresponding inbound activity signals likely data exfiltration.
- Monitoring baseline network traffic patterns is critical to detect suspicious activities.