Cyber Attack
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Canada’s privacy watchdog ‘in contact’ with PowerSchool on student data hackCanada's privacy commissioner is communicating with PowerSchool after its software -- used by schools across North America -- was the subject of a data breach.CanadaJan 15
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NB Liquor stores still only taking cash 1 week after ‘potential cyber attack’NB Liquor stores are still scrambling to restore their point-of-sale systems one week after a "potential cyber attack" on their computer systems.CanadaJan 14
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TDSB says some student info may have been exposed in June cyberattackThe Toronto District School Board said in June that an unauthorized party had gained access to its technology testing environment.EducationAug 29, 2024
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More groups potentially affected by cyberattack, U of W says as investigation wrapsThe attack, which happened in late March, resulted in the theft of social insurance numbers, phone numbers and banking information.EducationAug 16, 2024
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Amid London Drugs hack, what to do if you think your data is at riskIndividuals and organizations can take several steps to ensure they are less vulnerable to ransomware attacks, the Communications Security Establishment (CSE) said.CanadaMay 23, 2024
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First Nations Health Authority latest B.C. victim of cyberattackThe First Nations Health Authority is the latest B.C. organization to face a cyberattack, and says employee and some public data may have been breached.CrimeMay 22, 2024
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B.C. government says cyber incident not a ransomware attack, details still scarceThe province revealed late Wednesday that it had identified “sophisticated cybersecurity incidents involving government networks.”CrimeMay 9, 2024
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B.C. government networks affected by ‘cybersecurity incidents’Premier David Eby's office said it had not found any evidence that sensitive information had been compromised, but was still working to determine the extent of the incident.CrimeMay 8, 2024
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U.K. bans generic passwords over cybersecurity concerns. Should Canada be next?The U.K. has passed a new law — the first in the world — banning manufacturers from allowing consumers to use weak passwords on internet-connected devices.CanadaMay 5, 2024
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Cyber attacks are getting easier, experts warn after 3rd federal incidentExperts say cyber attacks are getting more numerous, more complex and easier - and that Canada's regulations don't go far enough to help companies stay safe.CanadaMar 5, 2024
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