Third-Party Cybersecurity

Third-party cybersecurity focuses on protecting organizations from security risks introduced by external vendors, partners, and service providers. As businesses increasingly rely on third-party tools and integrations, the attack surface grows—making it essential to assess and monitor the cybersecurity posture of every connected entity. A strong third-party cybersecurity strategy includes vendor risk assessments, continuous monitoring, access controls, and clear security policies in contracts. Proactive management ensures data protection, regulatory compliance, and resilience against supply chain attacks.

Kelloggs Data Breach

Kelloggs Data Breach: Hackers Infiltrate Cleo Servers, Compromise Sensitive Employee Data

Ravi Jain
WK Kellogg Co. experienced a significant data breach when cybercriminals infiltrated the servers of their third-party vendor, Cleo, compromising sensitive employee information. The CL0P ransomware group exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Cleo's software, gaining access to data like names and Social Security numbers undetected for nearly three months. While the initially reported impact involved a small number of individuals, the nature of the stolen data suggests a potentially wider reach, prompting Kelloggs to offer identity protection services and implement enhanced security measures while highlighting crucial lessons about vendor and vulnerability management. ... Read More