Healthcare & Cybersecurity: Google Cloud's Quantum-Safe Security, Australia Bans Kaspersky, and North Korea's $1.5B Crypto Heist

HEAL Security Dispatch Daily Digest is a cybersecurity-focused podcast presented by HEAL Security, bringing expert insights and the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital security landscape. Hosted by Richard Simmons from London, this podcast explores the critical nexus between healthcare and cybersecurity, covering topics such as quantum-safe encryption, national security decisions impacting cybersecurity, evolving cyber threats, and regulatory actions. Recent discussions include Google's quantum-resistant digital signatures, Australia’s ban on Kaspersky software, a major North Korean cryptocurrency heist, and emerging malware threats. With a strong emphasis on healthcare cybersecurity and broader industry trends, the show provides essential updates to help professionals stay ahead of cyber risks and advancements in security technology.

The "HEAL Security Dispatch - Daily Digest" for the 24th of February 2025 highlights a series of significant cybersecurity incidents and policy updates:

• Google Cloud Security: Google Cloud introduces quantum-resistant digital signatures to protect against future cyber threats.
• Australia Bans Kaspersky: Australia prohibits Kaspersky software in government systems over national security concerns.
• Novant Health Leadership: Novant Health implements a new leadership model to improve healthcare delivery.
• SEC Cyber Unit: The SEC establishes a dedicated cybersecurity unit to protect market integrity.
• Microsoft 365 Botnet Attack: Hackers exploit Microsoft 365’s Basic Authentication in large-scale password spray attacks.
• FatalRAT Malware Campaign: Cybercriminals target industrial firms in Asia-Pacific using FatalRAT malware.
• OpenAI Blocks Cyber Espionage: OpenAI disables accounts linked to an AI-driven cyber-espionage operation.
• Black Basta Ransomware Leak: Leaked chats reveal tactics used by the Black Basta ransomware group.
• ACRStealer Malware Alert: ACRStealer malware spreads through Google Docs and Steam, stealing user data.
• North Korea Crypto Heist: North Korean hackers steal $1.5 billion from the ByBit crypto exchange.
• CISA Vulnerability Update: CISA adds new critical vulnerabilities to its exploited threats catalog.

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