Jordyn Alger

3 days ago | securitymagazine.com | Jordyn Alger

The second Tuesday of each month is SAP Patch Day, a day in which SAP releases software corrections. It is recommended that security leaders prioritize the implementation of these patches. On May 13, 2025, SAP Patch Day saw 16 new security notes and 2 updated security notes. For security leaders who want to take a deeper dive into this, a SAP Security Analyst examines the updates below.

4 days ago | securitymagazine.com | Jordyn Alger

The PowerSchool breach continues to have impacts on staff and students, as the hackers have begun individually extorting schools and threatening to expose stolen student and teacher data — unless a ransom is paid. The initial breach affected the information of more than 60 million children and 9.5 million teachers. The organization paid a ransom in exchange for the stolen data being deleted; however, this deletion apparently did not occur.

5 days ago | securitymagazine.com | Jordyn Alger

CybersecurityLogical Security Insider threats are a challenge that requires vigilant, proactive security measures. One of the first steps organizations can take to secure against insider threats is conduct thorough screening to each potential new hire. “Bad hires pose significant risks,” says J Stephen Kowski, Field Chief Technology Officer at SlashNext Email Security+. “Malicious actors or foreign agents could compromise sensitive data, systems, and intellectual property.

1 week ago | securitymagazine.com | Jordyn Alger

An executive agency of the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Justice, the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), experienced a cyberattack. The attack was first reported by Sky News. The LAA, which oversees billions in legal funding, employs approximately 1,250 workers and runs the nation’s Public Defender Service. Around 2,000 providers in England and Wales (including non-profits, barristers, and solicitor firms) provide services for civil and criminal legal aid under contracts with the LAA.

1 week ago | securitymagazine.com | Jordyn Alger

A report from CrowdStrike assesses the current state of cybersecurity among small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), providing insights into how these organizations are operating in today’s shifting threat landscape. Notably, the report reveals a gap between cyber awareness and preparedness for these organizations. Among SMB leaders, 94% believe they are “somewhat” or “very” knowledgeable about cybersecurity threats; however, less than half offer regular employee training.