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IBM Company CyberSecurity Posture

ibm.com

We don’t just imagine the future — we create it. We collaborate with technologists, developers and engineers to turn bold ideas into real-world impact. We partner with iconic brands like Ferrari and global events like the US Open, Wimbledon and The Masters to bring innovation to the world’s biggest stages and greatest fans. We work side-by-side with our clients, communities and even competitors to harness the power of AI, hybrid cloud and quantum computing — all to build a smarter, more efficient world. If you're fueled by curiosity and driven to make a difference, you'll feel right at home. Let’s create smarter business — together.

IBM A.I CyberSecurity Scoring

IBM

Company Details

Linkedin ID:

ibm

Website:

http://www.ibm.com

Employees number:

332,876

Number of followers:

18,639,680

NAICS:

5415

Industry Type:

IT Services and IT Consulting

Homepage:

ibm.com

IP Addresses:

Company ID:

IBM_3075085

Scan Status:

In-progress

IBM Risk Score (AI oriented)

Between 750 and 799

IBM IT Services and IT Consulting

Updated: 11/12/2025

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Past Incidents

Attack Types

Entity	Type	Severity	Impact	Seen	Incident Details
IBM (as referenced in the study with Palo Alto Networks)	Breach	60	2	9/2025	IBM500090325
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack limited on finance or reputation Description: The article highlights systemic vulnerabilities in IBM’s research, where organizations managing an average of 83 security tools from 29 vendors face severe operational inefficiencies. Fragmented architectures—exemplified by IBM’s findings—create blind spots, with 95% of security leaders admitting redundant tools lack full integration. This sprawl leads to 72-day delays in threat detection and 84-day delays in containment, directly enabling attackers to exploit gaps. The study underscores that one-third of breaches originate from phishing, with Secure Email Gateways (SEGs) failing to block an average of 67.5 phishing emails per 100 mailboxes monthly. Default configurations, misaligned protections, and unintegrated tools amplify risks, resulting in missed handoffs, poor detection, and inflated response costs. The cumulative effect is reputational damage, financial loss from prolonged breaches, and erosion of customer trust, particularly for smaller teams lacking resources to maintain defenses. IBM’s own data reveals that non-consolidated environments suffer 101% lower ROI compared to unified platforms, signaling systemic exposure to sophisticated social engineering and evolving threat tactics that bypass static defenses.
International Business Machines Corporation	Breach	85	4	9/2023	IBM040091825
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks Description: The California Office of the Attorney General disclosed that IBM suffered an unauthorized access incident affecting the Janssen CarePath platform, a database containing personal information. The breach was reported on September 22, 2023, though the exact date of the intrusion remains undisclosed. While the specifics of the compromised data were not detailed in the report, the incident involved the exposure of personal information, likely belonging to customers or patients associated with the platform. Given the nature of Janssen CarePath—a service supporting healthcare-related financial and treatment assistance—the breach raises concerns about potential misuse of sensitive health or personally identifiable information (PII). IBM has not publicly confirmed the scale of the breach or whether the exposed data was exfiltrated, but the involvement of a government authority suggests regulatory scrutiny and possible compliance implications under data protection laws like CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) or HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) if health data was impacted.
IBM (as referenced in the article)	Breach	100	5	6/2024	IBM5434154110425
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack threatening the organization's existence Description: The article highlights IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, which underscores escalating financial and operational damages from breaches due to prolonged investigations, regulatory scrutiny, and unauthorized data exposure—including leaks via ungoverned AI tools or improper file sharing. The report aligns with broader trends cited by ENISA (2024), noting persistent ransomware and data theft targeting sensitive corporate and customer data. These breaches exploit weak access controls, unclear permissions, and inadequate audit trails in virtual data rooms (VDRs), leading to costly remediation, reputational harm, and compliance violations. The financial impact is compounded by delayed incident response, where breaches involving high-value data (e.g., M&A documents, employee records, or customer PII) incur higher cleanup costs and regulatory penalties. The article implies that organizations using substandard VDRs face increased risk of insider threats, third-party leaks, or ransomware attacks, as demonstrated by real-world cases where unauthorized AI processing or mass downloads of sensitive files went undetected until post-breach forensics. The cumulative effect threatens deal integrity, investor trust, and long-term business viability, particularly in high-stakes sectors like finance, healthcare, or critical infrastructure.
IBM (Healthcare Sector Example)	Cyber Attack	100	7	5/2020	IBM1362513090425
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack that could injure or kill people Description: The IBM report highlights the escalating financial toll of data breaches in the healthcare industry, which consistently ranks as the most expensive sector for such incidents. Between May 2020 and February 2025, the average cost of a healthcare data breach surged to $10.93 million USD, the highest across all industries. These breaches often involve the exposure of highly sensitive patient records, including medical histories, treatment details, and personally identifiable information (PII). A typical incident in this sector may stem from a cyber attack—such as ransomware or targeted hacking—where threat actors exploit vulnerabilities in hospital IT systems or third-party vendors.The consequences extend beyond financial losses, disrupting critical healthcare services. For instance, a ransomware attack could encrypt patient databases, delaying emergency treatments, surgeries, or diagnostic procedures. In extreme cases, such disruptions have been linked to increased patient mortality rates. The breach’s ripple effects also erode public trust, trigger regulatory fines (e.g., HIPAA violations), and necessitate costly remediation efforts, including system overhauls and credit monitoring for affected individuals.Given the life-or-death stakes of healthcare data integrity, these breaches are classified among the most severe, often involving criminal hackers or state-sponsored groups targeting intellectual property (e.g., drug patents) or aiming to destabilize regional health infrastructure.
IBM	Vulnerability	25	1	10/2025	IBM4862048102525
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack without any consequences: Attack in which data is not compromised Description: The incident involves a 403 Forbidden error, which typically indicates unauthorized access to a restricted resource on IBM’s systems. While the error message itself does not disclose specifics, such incidents can stem from misconfigured access controls, failed authentication attempts, or potential probing by malicious actors (e.g., cyber attackers testing for vulnerabilities). If this error resulted from an external attack—such as a brute-force attempt, credential stuffing, or exploitation of an exposed API—it could signal a security weakness in IBM’s web infrastructure. However, the provided details do not confirm data compromise, system breach, or operational disruption. The lack of further context (e.g., logs, incident reports) limits assessment to a potential low-impact security event, though it warrants investigation to rule out targeted reconnaissance or early-stage cyber threats.
IBM	Vulnerability	25		5/2025	IBM3762037111125
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack without any consequences: Attack in which data is not compromised Description: The incident involves a 403 Forbidden error on an IBM web page, indicating unauthorized access or a misconfigured security restriction. While the error itself does not explicitly detail a cyberattack, it may suggest a potential access control vulnerability or an unintended exposure of internal systems. If exploited, such vulnerabilities could allow attackers to probe deeper into IBM’s infrastructure, potentially leading to data exposure or service disruptions. The incident reference number (18.561e1202.1762842001.646fd49b) implies internal tracking, but no public details confirm data breaches or operational impact. However, unaddressed access flaws could escalate into broader security risks, including credential stuffing, API abuses, or reconnaissance for targeted attacks. IBM’s global scale means even minor vulnerabilities could have cascading effects if left unresolved.
IBM	Vulnerability	25	1	1/2025	IBM4262042091025
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack without any consequences: Attack in which data is not compromised Description: The incident involves a 403 Forbidden error, indicating unauthorized access to an IBM web resource (Incident ID: 18.ceb0f748.1757485191.4eafbe3). While the error itself does not confirm a breach, it suggests a potential misconfigured access control, exposed internal page, or failed security measure that could allow attackers to probe for vulnerabilities. If exploited, this could lead to unauthorized data exposure, credential harvesting, or further system infiltration. The lack of public details implies IBM may have mitigated the issue internally, but the incident highlights risks of improper access restrictions, which are common entry points for cyber attacks. Without evidence of data theft or operational disruption, the impact remains speculative but warrants classification as a security vulnerability requiring remediation to prevent escalation.
IBM	Vulnerability	25	1	11/2025	IBM4593045110625
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack without any consequences: Attack in which data is not compromised Description: The incident involves a 403 Forbidden error, indicating unauthorized or restricted access to an IBM web resource. While the error itself does not explicitly detail a cybersecurity breach, such errors can sometimes mask underlying security issues like misconfigured access controls, failed authentication attempts, or potential probing by malicious actors. If this error persists across critical systems or is part of a larger pattern (e.g., repeated unauthorized access attempts), it could signal a vulnerability in IBM’s web infrastructure—either an exposed endpoint, improper permission settings, or a precursor to a more severe attack (e.g., reconnaissance for a future breach). Without additional context, the direct impact remains unclear, but unauthorized access attempts or misconfigurations could lead to data exposure or system compromise if left unaddressed.
IBM	Vulnerability	60	3	04/2020	IBM162291222
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack with significant impact with internal employee data leaks Description: Four zero-day vulnerabilities impacted an IBM security product after the company refused to patch bugs following a private bug disclosure attempt. The bugs impacted the IBM Data Risk Manager (IDRM). It is an enterprise security tool that aggregates feeds from vulnerability scanning tools and other risk management tools to let admins investigate security issues. The compromise of product led to a full-scale company compromise, as the tool had credentials to access other security tools. It contained information about critical vulnerabilities that affect the company.
IBM	Vulnerability	100	5	6/2025	IBM347060525
Rankiteo Explanation : Attack threatening the organization's existence Description: IBM experienced a cloud outage on Wednesday that lasted over four hours, causing users to be unable to access the console for managing their cloud resources or to open and view support cases. This outage repeated a similar incident from Tuesday. Additionally, IBM identified a critical-rated vulnerability in its QRadar threat detection and response tools and Cloud Pak for Security integration suite, which left a password in a configuration file. The vulnerability was scored 9.6 on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System, and IBM's security bulletin also advised of four other QRadar flaws.

IBM (as referenced in the study with Palo Alto Networks)

Breach

Severity: 60

Impact: 2

Seen: 9/2025

Blog:

IBM500090325

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack limited on finance or reputation

Description: The article highlights systemic vulnerabilities in IBM’s research, where organizations managing an average of **83 security tools from 29 vendors** face severe operational inefficiencies. Fragmented architectures—exemplified by IBM’s findings—create blind spots, with **95% of security leaders admitting redundant tools lack full integration**. This sprawl leads to **72-day delays in threat detection** and **84-day delays in containment**, directly enabling attackers to exploit gaps. The study underscores that **one-third of breaches originate from phishing**, with Secure Email Gateways (SEGs) failing to block an average of **67.5 phishing emails per 100 mailboxes monthly**. Default configurations, misaligned protections, and unintegrated tools amplify risks, resulting in **missed handoffs, poor detection, and inflated response costs**. The cumulative effect is **reputational damage, financial loss from prolonged breaches, and erosion of customer trust**, particularly for smaller teams lacking resources to maintain defenses. IBM’s own data reveals that non-consolidated environments suffer **101% lower ROI** compared to unified platforms, signaling systemic exposure to **sophisticated social engineering and evolving threat tactics** that bypass static defenses.

International Business Machines Corporation

Breach

Severity: 85

Impact: 4

Seen: 9/2023

Blog:

IBM040091825

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack with significant impact with customers data leaks

Description: The California Office of the Attorney General disclosed that IBM suffered an unauthorized access incident affecting the **Janssen CarePath platform**, a database containing personal information. The breach was reported on **September 22, 2023**, though the exact date of the intrusion remains undisclosed. While the specifics of the compromised data were not detailed in the report, the incident involved the exposure of personal information, likely belonging to customers or patients associated with the platform. Given the nature of Janssen CarePath—a service supporting healthcare-related financial and treatment assistance—the breach raises concerns about potential misuse of sensitive health or personally identifiable information (PII). IBM has not publicly confirmed the scale of the breach or whether the exposed data was exfiltrated, but the involvement of a government authority suggests regulatory scrutiny and possible compliance implications under data protection laws like **CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)** or **HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)** if health data was impacted.

IBM (as referenced in the article)

Breach

Severity: 100

Impact: 5

Seen: 6/2024

Blog:

IBM5434154110425

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack threatening the organization's existence

Description: The article highlights IBM’s **2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report**, which underscores escalating financial and operational damages from breaches due to prolonged investigations, regulatory scrutiny, and unauthorized data exposure—including leaks via ungoverned AI tools or improper file sharing. The report aligns with broader trends cited by **ENISA (2024)**, noting persistent **ransomware and data theft** targeting sensitive corporate and customer data. These breaches exploit weak access controls, unclear permissions, and inadequate audit trails in virtual data rooms (VDRs), leading to **costly remediation, reputational harm, and compliance violations**. The financial impact is compounded by **delayed incident response**, where breaches involving high-value data (e.g., M&A documents, employee records, or customer PII) incur **higher cleanup costs** and **regulatory penalties**. The article implies that organizations using substandard VDRs face **increased risk of insider threats, third-party leaks, or ransomware attacks**, as demonstrated by real-world cases where **unauthorized AI processing or mass downloads** of sensitive files went undetected until post-breach forensics. The cumulative effect threatens **deal integrity, investor trust, and long-term business viability**, particularly in high-stakes sectors like finance, healthcare, or critical infrastructure.

IBM (Healthcare Sector Example)

Cyber Attack

Severity: 100

Impact: 7

Seen: 5/2020

Blog:

IBM1362513090425

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack that could injure or kill people

Description: The IBM report highlights the escalating financial toll of data breaches in the healthcare industry, which consistently ranks as the most expensive sector for such incidents. Between May 2020 and February 2025, the average cost of a healthcare data breach surged to **$10.93 million USD**, the highest across all industries. These breaches often involve the exposure of highly sensitive patient records, including medical histories, treatment details, and personally identifiable information (PII). A typical incident in this sector may stem from a **cyber attack**—such as ransomware or targeted hacking—where threat actors exploit vulnerabilities in hospital IT systems or third-party vendors.The consequences extend beyond financial losses, disrupting critical healthcare services. For instance, a ransomware attack could encrypt patient databases, delaying emergency treatments, surgeries, or diagnostic procedures. In extreme cases, such disruptions have been linked to increased patient mortality rates. The breach’s ripple effects also erode public trust, trigger regulatory fines (e.g., HIPAA violations), and necessitate costly remediation efforts, including system overhauls and credit monitoring for affected individuals.Given the life-or-death stakes of healthcare data integrity, these breaches are classified among the most severe, often involving **criminal hackers** or state-sponsored groups targeting intellectual property (e.g., drug patents) or aiming to destabilize regional health infrastructure.

IBM

Vulnerability

Severity: 25

Impact: 1

Seen: 10/2025

Blog:

IBM4862048102525

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack without any consequences: Attack in which data is not compromised

Description: The incident involves a **403 Forbidden** error, which typically indicates unauthorized access to a restricted resource on IBM’s systems. While the error message itself does not disclose specifics, such incidents can stem from misconfigured access controls, failed authentication attempts, or potential probing by malicious actors (e.g., cyber attackers testing for vulnerabilities). If this error resulted from an external attack—such as a **brute-force attempt, credential stuffing, or exploitation of an exposed API**—it could signal a **security weakness** in IBM’s web infrastructure. However, the provided details do not confirm data compromise, system breach, or operational disruption. The lack of further context (e.g., logs, incident reports) limits assessment to a **potential low-impact security event**, though it warrants investigation to rule out targeted reconnaissance or early-stage cyber threats.

IBM

Vulnerability

Severity: 25

Impact:

Seen: 5/2025

Blog:

IBM3762037111125

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack without any consequences: Attack in which data is not compromised

Description: The incident involves a **403 Forbidden** error on an IBM web page, indicating unauthorized access or a misconfigured security restriction. While the error itself does not explicitly detail a cyberattack, it may suggest a potential **access control vulnerability** or an unintended exposure of internal systems. If exploited, such vulnerabilities could allow attackers to probe deeper into IBM’s infrastructure, potentially leading to data exposure or service disruptions. The incident reference number (18.561e1202.1762842001.646fd49b) implies internal tracking, but no public details confirm data breaches or operational impact. However, unaddressed access flaws could escalate into broader security risks, including credential stuffing, API abuses, or reconnaissance for targeted attacks. IBM’s global scale means even minor vulnerabilities could have cascading effects if left unresolved.

IBM

Vulnerability

Severity: 25

Impact: 1

Seen: 1/2025

Blog:

IBM4262042091025

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack without any consequences: Attack in which data is not compromised

Description: The incident involves a **403 Forbidden** error, indicating unauthorized access to an IBM web resource (Incident ID: **18.ceb0f748.1757485191.4eafbe3**). While the error itself does not confirm a breach, it suggests a potential **misconfigured access control, exposed internal page, or failed security measure** that could allow attackers to probe for vulnerabilities. If exploited, this could lead to unauthorized data exposure, credential harvesting, or further system infiltration. The lack of public details implies IBM may have mitigated the issue internally, but the incident highlights risks of **improper access restrictions**, which are common entry points for cyber attacks. Without evidence of data theft or operational disruption, the impact remains speculative but warrants classification as a **security vulnerability** requiring remediation to prevent escalation.

IBM

Vulnerability

Severity: 25

Impact: 1

Seen: 11/2025

Blog:

IBM4593045110625

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack without any consequences: Attack in which data is not compromised

Description: The incident involves a **403 Forbidden** error, indicating unauthorized or restricted access to an IBM web resource. While the error itself does not explicitly detail a cybersecurity breach, such errors can sometimes mask underlying security issues like misconfigured access controls, failed authentication attempts, or potential probing by malicious actors. If this error persists across critical systems or is part of a larger pattern (e.g., repeated unauthorized access attempts), it could signal a **vulnerability** in IBM’s web infrastructure—either an exposed endpoint, improper permission settings, or a precursor to a more severe attack (e.g., reconnaissance for a future breach). Without additional context, the direct impact remains unclear, but unauthorized access attempts or misconfigurations could lead to data exposure or system compromise if left unaddressed.

IBM

Vulnerability

Severity: 60

Impact: 3

Seen: 04/2020

Blog:

IBM162291222

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack with significant impact with internal employee data leaks

Description: Four zero-day vulnerabilities impacted an IBM security product after the company refused to patch bugs following a private bug disclosure attempt. The bugs impacted the IBM Data Risk Manager (IDRM). It is an enterprise security tool that aggregates feeds from vulnerability scanning tools and other risk management tools to let admins investigate security issues. The compromise of product led to a full-scale company compromise, as the tool had credentials to access other security tools. It contained information about critical vulnerabilities that affect the company.

IBM

Vulnerability

Severity: 100

Impact: 5

Seen: 6/2025

Blog:

IBM347060525

Rankiteo Explanation

Attack threatening the organization's existence

Description: IBM experienced a cloud outage on Wednesday that lasted over four hours, causing users to be unable to access the console for managing their cloud resources or to open and view support cases. This outage repeated a similar incident from Tuesday. Additionally, IBM identified a critical-rated vulnerability in its QRadar threat detection and response tools and Cloud Pak for Security integration suite, which left a password in a configuration file. The vulnerability was scored 9.6 on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System, and IBM's security bulletin also advised of four other QRadar flaws.

IBM Company Scoring based on AI Models

Cyber Incidents Likelihood 3 - 6 - 9 months

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Underwriter Stats for IBM

Incidents vs IT Services and IT Consulting Industry Average (This Year)

IBM has 733.33% more incidents than the average of same-industry companies with at least one recorded incident.

Incidents vs All-Companies Average (This Year)

IBM has 669.23% more incidents than the average of all companies with at least one recorded incident.

Incident Types IBM vs IT Services and IT Consulting Industry Avg (This Year)

IBM reported 6 incidents this year: 0 cyber attacks, 0 ransomware, 5 vulnerabilities, 1 data breaches, compared to industry peers with at least 1 incident.

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IBM cyber incidents detection timeline including parent company and subsidiaries

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Frequently Asked Questions

Explore insights on cybersecurity incidents, risk posture, and Rankiteo's assessments.

IBM CyberSecurity History Information

Official Website of IBM

The official website of IBM is http://www.ibm.com.

IBM’s AI-Generated Cybersecurity Score

According to Rankiteo, IBM’s AI-generated cybersecurity score is 766, reflecting their Fair security posture.

How many security badges does IBM’ have ?

According to Rankiteo, IBM currently holds 0 security badges, indicating that no recognized compliance certifications are currently verified for the organization.

Does IBM have SOC 2 Type 1 certification ?

According to Rankiteo, IBM is not certified under SOC 2 Type 1.

Does IBM have SOC 2 Type 2 certification ?

According to Rankiteo, IBM does not hold a SOC 2 Type 2 certification.

Does IBM comply with GDPR ?

According to Rankiteo, IBM is not listed as GDPR compliant.

Does IBM have PCI DSS certification ?

According to Rankiteo, IBM does not currently maintain PCI DSS compliance.

Does IBM comply with HIPAA ?

According to Rankiteo, IBM is not compliant with HIPAA regulations.

Does IBM have ISO 27001 certification ?

According to Rankiteo,IBM is not certified under ISO 27001, indicating the absence of a formally recognized information security management framework.

Industry Classification of IBM

IBM operates primarily in the IT Services and IT Consulting industry.

Number of Employees at IBM

IBM employs approximately 332,876 people worldwide.

Subsidiaries Owned by IBM

IBM presently has no subsidiaries across any sectors.

IBM’s LinkedIn Followers

IBM’s official LinkedIn profile has approximately 18,639,680 followers.

NAICS Classification of IBM

IBM is classified under the NAICS code 5415, which corresponds to Computer Systems Design and Related Services.

IBM’s Presence on Crunchbase

No, IBM does not have a profile on Crunchbase.

IBM’s Presence on LinkedIn

Yes, IBM maintains an official LinkedIn profile, which is actively utilized for branding and talent engagement, which can be accessed here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibm.

Cybersecurity Incidents Involving IBM

As of December 11, 2025, Rankiteo reports that IBM has experienced 10 cybersecurity incidents.

Number of Peer and Competitor Companies

IBM has an estimated 37,490 peer or competitor companies worldwide.

What types of cybersecurity incidents have occurred at IBM ?

Incident Types: The types of cybersecurity incidents that have occurred include Vulnerability, Breach and Cyber Attack.

What was the total financial impact of these incidents on IBM ?

Total Financial Loss: The total financial loss from these incidents is estimated to be $2.02 thousand.

How does IBM detect and respond to cybersecurity incidents ?

Detection and Response: The company detects and responds to cybersecurity incidents through an remediation measures with health checks of resources and contacting ibm cloud support, and communication strategy with messages sent to customers and apology issued by ibm japan, and remediation measures with replatforming (consolidating security tools), remediation measures with api-centric tool integration, remediation measures with adaptive capabilities (ml/behavioral analysis), remediation measures with automation for shared threat intelligence, and communication strategy with expert insights (techradar pro article), communication strategy with awareness of tool sprawl risks, and enhanced monitoring with continuous roi measurement (time-to-detect/respond), and remediation measures with verify url correctness, remediation measures with check access permissions, remediation measures with review waf/acl rules, remediation measures with clear cache/cookies, and recovery measures with restore access via correct credentials/permissions, recovery measures with update security policies if misconfigured, and communication strategy with reported to california office of the attorney general, and remediation measures with verify url correctness, remediation measures with check case sensitivity, remediation measures with review access permissions, remediation measures with inspect waf/acl rules if internal, and recovery measures with redirect users to ibm homepage, recovery measures with provide alternative contact methods for support, and containment measures with sso with mfa, containment measures with ip allow/deny lists, containment measures with session timeouts, containment measures with device checks, containment measures with granular role-based permissions, containment measures with document watermarking, containment measures with print/download controls, containment measures with copy-paste suppression, containment measures with browser-only viewers, containment measures with built-in redaction, containment measures with drm for files, containment measures with ai boundaries, and remediation measures with tamper-evident audit logs, remediation measures with anomaly detection alerts, remediation measures with region-pinned data storage, remediation measures with third-party security certifications, and recovery measures with backup restoration protocols, recovery measures with self-contained audit archives, and enhanced monitoring with user activity analytics, enhanced monitoring with behavioral anomaly flags (e.g., rapid page views, mass downloads), and remediation measures with suggested actions provided to users: verify url spelling, check case sensitivity, or navigate from the ibm homepage., and remediation measures with verify url correctness, remediation measures with check access permissions, remediation measures with review waf/acl rules, remediation measures with clear cache/cookies, and recovery measures with restore access via it support, recovery measures with update security policies if misconfigured..

Incident Details

Can you provide details on each incident ?

Incident : Zero-Day Exploit

Exposure

Impact

Title: IBM Data Risk Manager Zero-Day Vulnerabilities

Description: Four zero-day vulnerabilities impacted the IBM Data Risk Manager (IDRM) after the company refused to patch bugs following a private bug disclosure attempt. The compromise of the product led to a full-scale company compromise, as the tool had credentials to access other security tools.

Type: Zero-Day Exploit

Attack Vector: Unpatched Vulnerability

Vulnerability Exploited: Four zero-day vulnerabilities in IBM Data Risk Manager

Incident : Outage and Vulnerability

Exposure

Impact

Title: IBM Cloud Outage and Critical Vulnerability

Description: IBM experienced a cloud outage and a critical-rated vulnerability in its QRadar threat detection and response tools and Cloud Pak for Security integration suite.

Date Detected: 2023-05-21

Date Resolved: 2023-05-21

Type: Outage and Vulnerability

Vulnerability Exploited: CVE-2025-2502

Incident : Operational Risk

Exposure

Impact

Title: Security Architecture Bloat and Fragmentation Leading to Increased Cybersecurity Risks

Description: The average organization now manages 83 security tools from 29 vendors, leading to rising complexity, tool sprawl, and mounting pressure on security teams. This fragmentation creates blind spots, slower threat detection (72 days longer), and weaker response times (84 days longer to contain threats), making it easier for attackers to exploit gaps. Traditional tools like Secure Email Gateways (SEGs) fail to block modern phishing attacks, with an average of 67.5 phishing emails evading SEGs per 100 mailboxes monthly. Smaller organizations are disproportionately affected, facing 7.5× more missed attacks than larger counterparts due to understaffing and misconfigured tools. Attack vectors include phishing (1/3 of breaches per Verizon DBIR), vendor scams, credential theft, and image-based phishing, which bypass static filtering and signature-based detection.

Date Publicly Disclosed: 2023-10-04T00:00:00Z

Type: Operational Risk

Attack Vector: Phishing (Email)Vendor ScamsCredential TheftImage-Based PhishingSocial Engineering

Vulnerability Exploited: Fragmented Security Tool IntegrationDefault Configurations in Security ToolsLack of API-Centric Threat Intelligence SharingStatic Filtering in SEGsSignature-Based Detection Gaps

Incident : Data Breach Cost Analysis

Exposure

Impact

Title: None

Description: IBM's report on the average cost of a data breach worldwide from May 2020 to February 2025, segmented by industry. The data highlights financial impacts across various sectors, emphasizing the escalating costs associated with cyber incidents over time.

Date Publicly Disclosed: 2025-08-12

Type: Data Breach Cost Analysis

Incident : access_denial

Exposure

Impact

Title: None

Description: A 403 Forbidden error was encountered when attempting to access an IBM page. Incident Number: 18.ceb0f748.1757485191.4eafbe3. The page could not be displayed, possibly due to access restrictions, misconfigured permissions, or a security measure (e.g., WAF blocking, IP restriction, or authentication failure).

Type: access_denial

Incident : Data Breach / Unauthorized Access

Exposure

Impact

Title: Unauthorized Access to Personal Information on IBM's Janssen CarePath Platform

Description: The California Office of the Attorney General reported that International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) experienced unauthorized access to personal information in their database used on the Janssen CarePath platform.

Date Publicly Disclosed: 2023-09-22

Type: Data Breach / Unauthorized Access

Incident : access_denial

Exposure

Impact

Title: None

Description: A 403 Forbidden error was encountered when attempting to access an IBM page. Incident Number: 18.561e1202.1761373223.528ac1d8. The page could not be displayed, possibly due to access restrictions, misconfigured permissions, or a security measure (e.g., WAF blocking).

Type: access_denial

Incident : Data Breach Risk

Exposure

Impact

Title: None

Description: The article discusses the rising importance of secure virtual data room (VDR) software in 2025 due to increasing data breach costs, regulatory scrutiny, and sophisticated cyber threats like ransomware and data theft. It highlights the need for robust security features in VDRs, including identity management, granular permissions, document controls, Q&A safeguards, anomaly detection, tamper-evident audit trails, data residency compliance, and secure AI integration. The context implies heightened risks in high-stakes dealmaking (M&A, financings, audits) where unsecured data rooms could expose sensitive information to breaches, leaks, or unauthorized AI processing. IBM’s 2024 *Cost of a Data Breach* and ENISA’s 2024 threat reports are cited as evidence of escalating cyber risks, emphasizing the financial and operational impacts of inadequate data protection.

Type: Data Breach Risk

Vulnerability Exploited: Loose Sharing PermissionsUncontrolled AI Tool IntegrationInadequate Access ControlsLack of Anomaly DetectionPoor Data Residency Enforcement

Incident : Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error)

Exposure

Impact

Title: None

Description: A 403 Forbidden error was encountered when attempting to access an IBM page. Incident Number: 18.ceb0f748.1762453764.1d2b5fb7. The page could not be displayed, possibly due to incorrect URL spelling, case sensitivity, or access restrictions.

Type: Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error)

Incident : access_denial

Exposure

Impact

Title: None

Description: A 403 Forbidden error was encountered when attempting to access an IBM page. Incident Number: 18.561e1202.1762842001.646fd49b. The page could not be displayed, possibly due to access restrictions, misconfigured permissions, or a security measure (e.g., WAF blocking, IP restriction, or authentication failure).

Type: access_denial

What are the most common types of attacks the company has faced ?

Common Attack Types: The most common types of attacks the company has faced is Vulnerability.

How does the company identify the attack vectors used in incidents ?

Identification of Attack Vectors: The company identifies the attack vectors used in incidents through Phishing emails (1/3 of breaches)Vendor impersonationCredential theft.

Impact of the Incidents

What was the impact of each incident ?

Incident : Zero-Day Exploit IBM162291222

Data Compromised: Critical vulnerability information

Systems Affected: IBM Data Risk ManagerOther security tools

Operational Impact: Full-scale company compromise

Incident : Outage and Vulnerability IBM347060525

Systems Affected: IBM Cloud ConsoleSupport Cases

Downtime: ['2023-05-21 09:03 AM UTC', '2023-05-21 01:20 PM UTC']

Operational Impact: Users unable to access cloud resources and support cases

Brand Reputation Impact: Apologies issued by IBM Japan

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Systems Affected: Email Systems (SEGs)Endpoint SecurityIdentity Management

Operational Impact: 72-day longer threat detection84-day longer threat containmentIncreased operational risk due to tool sprawlStretched security teamsHigher response costs

Brand Reputation Impact: Reputational damage due to delayed breach detection/responsePerceived insecurity by customers/partners

Identity Theft Risk: ['Credential theft via phishing']

Incident : Data Breach Cost Analysis IBM1362513090425

Incident : access_denial IBM4262042091025

Systems Affected: unspecified_IBM_web_page

Downtime: temporary (until access is restored or issue is resolved)

Operational Impact: minor (limited to inability to access a specific page)

Brand Reputation Impact: low (unless part of a larger outage or targeted attack)

Incident : Data Breach / Unauthorized Access IBM040091825

Data Compromised: Personal information

Systems Affected: Janssen CarePath platform database

Identity Theft Risk: Potential (personal information exposed)

Incident : access_denial IBM4862048102525

Systems Affected: unspecified_IBM_web_page

Downtime: temporary (until access is restored or permissions corrected)

Operational Impact: minor (limited to inability to access a specific page)

Brand Reputation Impact: low (unless part of a broader outage or misconfiguration trend)

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Financial Loss: Potential high costs due to prolonged breach investigations, regulatory fines, and cleanup (cited from IBM’s 2024 *Cost of a Data Breach*).

Systems Affected: Virtual Data Rooms (VDRs)Sensitive Deal DocumentsAI Processing Tools

Operational Impact: Slowed dealmaking processes due to heightened scrutiny, manual reviews, and distrust in insecure VDRs.

Brand Reputation Impact: Risk of reputational damage if breaches occur due to inadequate VDR security, leading to loss of trust in dealmaking partners.

Legal Liabilities: Potential violations of data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR) due to uncontrolled data transfers or leaks.

Incident : Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error) IBM4593045110625

Systems Affected: Potential IBM web page or service (unconfirmed)

Operational Impact: Possible minor disruption for users attempting to access the specific IBM page.

Brand Reputation Impact: Minimal (if any), as this appears to be an isolated access error rather than a breach.

Incident : access_denial IBM3762037111125

Systems Affected: IBM webpage (unspecified)

Downtime: temporary (until access is restored or issue is resolved)

Operational Impact: minor (limited to inability to access a specific page)

Brand Reputation Impact: low (unless recurrent or part of a larger pattern)

What is the average financial loss per incident ?

Average Financial Loss: The average financial loss per incident is $202.40.

What types of data are most commonly compromised in incidents ?

Commonly Compromised Data Types: The types of data most commonly compromised in incidents are Credentials (Via Phishing), Potential Pii (If Phishing Successful), , Personal Information, , Sensitive Deal Documents, Pii (Potential), Financial Records, Legal Contracts and .

Which entities were affected by each incident ?

Incident : Zero-Day Exploit IBM162291222

Entity Name: IBM

Entity Type: Enterprise

Industry: Technology

Incident : Outage and Vulnerability IBM347060525

Entity Name: IBM

Entity Type: Corporation

Industry: Technology

Location: Global

Size: Large

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Entity Name: Average Organization (Generalized)

Entity Type: Enterprise, SME

Industry: Cross-Industry

Location: Global

Size: ['Small (higher risk)', 'Medium', 'Large']

Incident : Data Breach Cost Analysis IBM1362513090425

Entity Name: IBM (Report Publisher)

Entity Type: Organization

Industry: Technology/IT Services

Location: Global

Size: Large (350,000+ employees)

Incident : access_denial IBM4262042091025

Entity Name: IBM

Entity Type: corporation

Industry: technology

Location: global (HQ: Armonk, New York, USA)

Size: large

Incident : Data Breach / Unauthorized Access IBM040091825

Entity Name: International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)

Entity Type: Corporation

Industry: Technology / IT Services

Location: Armonk, New York, USA

Incident : Data Breach / Unauthorized Access IBM040091825

Entity Name: Janssen CarePath (platform under Johnson & Johnson)

Entity Type: Healthcare Platform

Industry: Pharmaceuticals / Healthcare

Incident : access_denial IBM4862048102525

Entity Name: IBM

Entity Type: corporation

Industry: technology

Location: global (HQ: Armonk, New York, USA)

Size: large (350,000+ employees)

Incident : Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error) IBM4593045110625

Entity Name: IBM

Entity Type: Corporation

Industry: Technology / IT Services

Location: Global (HQ: Armonk, New York, USA)

Size: Large (350,000+ employees as of latest reports)

Incident : access_denial IBM3762037111125

Entity Name: IBM

Entity Type: corporation

Industry: technology

Location: global (HQ: Armonk, New York, USA)

Size: large

Response to the Incidents

What measures were taken in response to each incident ?

Incident : Outage and Vulnerability IBM347060525

Remediation Measures: Health checks of resources and contacting IBM Cloud Support

Communication Strategy: Messages sent to customers and apology issued by IBM Japan

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Remediation Measures: Replatforming (consolidating security tools)API-centric tool integrationAdaptive capabilities (ML/behavioral analysis)Automation for shared threat intelligence

Communication Strategy: Expert Insights (TechRadar Pro article)Awareness of tool sprawl risks

Enhanced Monitoring: Continuous ROI measurement (time-to-detect/respond)

Incident : access_denial IBM4262042091025

Remediation Measures: verify URL correctnesscheck access permissionsreview WAF/ACL rulesclear cache/cookies

Recovery Measures: restore access via correct credentials/permissionsupdate security policies if misconfigured

Incident : Data Breach / Unauthorized Access IBM040091825

Communication Strategy: Reported to California Office of the Attorney General

Incident : access_denial IBM4862048102525

Remediation Measures: verify URL correctnesscheck case sensitivityreview access permissionsinspect WAF/ACL rules if internal

Recovery Measures: redirect users to IBM homepageprovide alternative contact methods for support

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Containment Measures: SSO with MFAIP Allow/Deny ListsSession TimeoutsDevice ChecksGranular Role-Based PermissionsDocument WatermarkingPrint/Download ControlsCopy-Paste SuppressionBrowser-Only ViewersBuilt-In RedactionDRM for FilesAI Boundaries

Remediation Measures: Tamper-Evident Audit LogsAnomaly Detection AlertsRegion-Pinned Data StorageThird-Party Security Certifications

Recovery Measures: Backup Restoration ProtocolsSelf-Contained Audit Archives

Enhanced Monitoring: User Activity AnalyticsBehavioral Anomaly Flags (e.g., rapid page views, mass downloads)

Incident : Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error) IBM4593045110625

Remediation Measures: Suggested actions provided to users: verify URL spelling, check case sensitivity, or navigate from the IBM homepage.

Incident : access_denial IBM3762037111125

Remediation Measures: verify URL correctnesscheck access permissionsreview WAF/ACL rulesclear cache/cookies

Recovery Measures: restore access via IT supportupdate security policies if misconfigured

Data Breach Information

What type of data was compromised in each breach ?

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Type of Data Compromised: Credentials (via phishing), Potential pii (if phishing successful)

Sensitivity of Data: High (credentials)Medium (corporate email access)

Personally Identifiable Information: Potential (if phishing leads to account takeover)

Incident : Data Breach / Unauthorized Access IBM040091825

Type of Data Compromised: Personal information

Sensitivity of Data: High (personal information)

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Type of Data Compromised: Sensitive deal documents, Pii (potential), Financial records, Legal contracts

Sensitivity of Data: High (M&A, financings, audits, board matters)

Data Exfiltration: Risk highlighted due to loose permissions and unapproved AI tool usage.

File Types Exposed: PDFOffice DocumentsMedia Files

Personally Identifiable Information: Potential (if PII is stored in VDRs without proper controls).

What measures does the company take to prevent data exfiltration ?

Prevention of Data Exfiltration: The company takes the following measures to prevent data exfiltration: Health checks of resources and contacting IBM Cloud Support, Replatforming (consolidating security tools), API-centric tool integration, Adaptive capabilities (ML/behavioral analysis), Automation for shared threat intelligence, , verify URL correctness, check access permissions, review WAF/ACL rules, clear cache/cookies, , verify URL correctness, check case sensitivity, review access permissions, inspect WAF/ACL rules if internal, , Tamper-Evident Audit Logs, Anomaly Detection Alerts, Region-Pinned Data Storage, Third-Party Security Certifications, , Suggested actions provided to users: verify URL spelling, check case sensitivity, or navigate from the IBM homepage., verify URL correctness, check access permissions, review WAF/ACL rules, clear cache/cookies, .

How does the company handle incidents involving personally identifiable information (PII) ?

Handling of PII Incidents: The company handles incidents involving personally identifiable information (PII) through by sso with mfa, ip allow/deny lists, session timeouts, device checks, granular role-based permissions, document watermarking, print/download controls, copy-paste suppression, browser-only viewers, built-in redaction, drm for files, ai boundaries and .

Ransomware Information

How does the company recover data encrypted by ransomware ?

Data Recovery from Ransomware: The company recovers data encrypted by ransomware through restore access via correct credentials/permissions, update security policies if misconfigured, , redirect users to IBM homepage, provide alternative contact methods for support, , Backup Restoration Protocols, Self-Contained Audit Archives, , restore access via IT support, update security policies if misconfigured, .

Regulatory Compliance

Were there any regulatory violations and fines imposed for each incident ?

Incident : Data Breach / Unauthorized Access IBM040091825

Regulatory Notifications: California Office of the Attorney General

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Regulations Violated: Potential GDPR (Europe), Data Protection Laws (Cross-Border Transfers),

Lessons Learned and Recommendations

What lessons were learned from each incident ?

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Lessons Learned: Tool sprawl (83 tools from 29 vendors) increases complexity and risk, with 95% of leaders reporting redundant, unintegrated tools., Fragmentation leads to 72-day longer detection and 84-day longer containment, inflating costs and reputational damage., SEGs fail to block modern phishing (67.5 emails/month evade detection per 100 mailboxes), especially in understaffed SMEs., Default configurations and unintegrated tools create exploitable blind spots., AI/automation widens gaps when layered on disjointed architectures.

Incident : Data Breach Cost Analysis IBM1362513090425

Lessons Learned: The report underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures across industries, with costs rising annually. Proactive investments in prevention, detection, and response capabilities are essential to mitigate financial and operational risks.

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Lessons Learned: Insecure VDRs expose organizations to financial, operational, and reputational risks during high-stakes dealmaking. Proactive security measures (e.g., granular permissions, audit trails, AI governance) are critical to mitigating breaches and ensuring regulatory compliance.

What recommendations were made to prevent future incidents ?

Incident : Outage and Vulnerability IBM347060525

Recommendations: Perform health checks of resources and contact IBM Cloud Support if issues persist

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Recommendations: Replatform: Consolidate tools into a unified, API-centric architecture with shared intelligence and automation., Start small: Focus on high-risk domains (e.g., email, endpoint, identity) before expanding., Prioritize adaptive tools: Use ML, behavioral analysis, and human feedback to counter evolving threats., Assess current stack: Inventory tools for overlap, integration gaps, and misconfigurations., Measure ROI: Track time-to-detect/respond to justify consolidation (101% ROI for platformized vs. 28% for fragmented)., Avoid 'more tools' mindset: Simplify to reduce operational burden and improve resilience.Replatform: Consolidate tools into a unified, API-centric architecture with shared intelligence and automation., Start small: Focus on high-risk domains (e.g., email, endpoint, identity) before expanding., Prioritize adaptive tools: Use ML, behavioral analysis, and human feedback to counter evolving threats., Assess current stack: Inventory tools for overlap, integration gaps, and misconfigurations., Measure ROI: Track time-to-detect/respond to justify consolidation (101% ROI for platformized vs. 28% for fragmented)., Avoid 'more tools' mindset: Simplify to reduce operational burden and improve resilience.Replatform: Consolidate tools into a unified, API-centric architecture with shared intelligence and automation., Start small: Focus on high-risk domains (e.g., email, endpoint, identity) before expanding., Prioritize adaptive tools: Use ML, behavioral analysis, and human feedback to counter evolving threats., Assess current stack: Inventory tools for overlap, integration gaps, and misconfigurations., Measure ROI: Track time-to-detect/respond to justify consolidation (101% ROI for platformized vs. 28% for fragmented)., Avoid 'more tools' mindset: Simplify to reduce operational burden and improve resilience.Replatform: Consolidate tools into a unified, API-centric architecture with shared intelligence and automation., Start small: Focus on high-risk domains (e.g., email, endpoint, identity) before expanding., Prioritize adaptive tools: Use ML, behavioral analysis, and human feedback to counter evolving threats., Assess current stack: Inventory tools for overlap, integration gaps, and misconfigurations., Measure ROI: Track time-to-detect/respond to justify consolidation (101% ROI for platformized vs. 28% for fragmented)., Avoid 'more tools' mindset: Simplify to reduce operational burden and improve resilience.Replatform: Consolidate tools into a unified, API-centric architecture with shared intelligence and automation., Start small: Focus on high-risk domains (e.g., email, endpoint, identity) before expanding., Prioritize adaptive tools: Use ML, behavioral analysis, and human feedback to counter evolving threats., Assess current stack: Inventory tools for overlap, integration gaps, and misconfigurations., Measure ROI: Track time-to-detect/respond to justify consolidation (101% ROI for platformized vs. 28% for fragmented)., Avoid 'more tools' mindset: Simplify to reduce operational burden and improve resilience.Replatform: Consolidate tools into a unified, API-centric architecture with shared intelligence and automation., Start small: Focus on high-risk domains (e.g., email, endpoint, identity) before expanding., Prioritize adaptive tools: Use ML, behavioral analysis, and human feedback to counter evolving threats., Assess current stack: Inventory tools for overlap, integration gaps, and misconfigurations., Measure ROI: Track time-to-detect/respond to justify consolidation (101% ROI for platformized vs. 28% for fragmented)., Avoid 'more tools' mindset: Simplify to reduce operational burden and improve resilience.

Incident : Data Breach Cost Analysis IBM1362513090425

Recommendations: Implement industry-specific cybersecurity frameworks tailored to high-risk sectors (e.g., healthcare, financial services)., Conduct regular cost-benefit analyses of security investments versus potential breach costs., Enhance employee training and incident response preparedness to reduce breach lifecycle durations., Leverage AI and automation for threat detection and response to lower average breach costs.Implement industry-specific cybersecurity frameworks tailored to high-risk sectors (e.g., healthcare, financial services)., Conduct regular cost-benefit analyses of security investments versus potential breach costs., Enhance employee training and incident response preparedness to reduce breach lifecycle durations., Leverage AI and automation for threat detection and response to lower average breach costs.Implement industry-specific cybersecurity frameworks tailored to high-risk sectors (e.g., healthcare, financial services)., Conduct regular cost-benefit analyses of security investments versus potential breach costs., Enhance employee training and incident response preparedness to reduce breach lifecycle durations., Leverage AI and automation for threat detection and response to lower average breach costs.Implement industry-specific cybersecurity frameworks tailored to high-risk sectors (e.g., healthcare, financial services)., Conduct regular cost-benefit analyses of security investments versus potential breach costs., Enhance employee training and incident response preparedness to reduce breach lifecycle durations., Leverage AI and automation for threat detection and response to lower average breach costs.

Incident : access_denial IBM4262042091025

Recommendations: Investigate whether the 403 error is due to a misconfiguration or a deliberate security block (e.g., DDoS protection, IP blacklisting)., Ensure web application firewalls (WAFs) and access control lists (ACLs) are properly tuned to avoid false positives., Monitor for patterns of unauthorized access attempts that may trigger such errors., Provide clear user guidance for troubleshooting 403 errors (e.g., checking URL typos, permissions, or VPN requirements).Investigate whether the 403 error is due to a misconfiguration or a deliberate security block (e.g., DDoS protection, IP blacklisting)., Ensure web application firewalls (WAFs) and access control lists (ACLs) are properly tuned to avoid false positives., Monitor for patterns of unauthorized access attempts that may trigger such errors., Provide clear user guidance for troubleshooting 403 errors (e.g., checking URL typos, permissions, or VPN requirements).Investigate whether the 403 error is due to a misconfiguration or a deliberate security block (e.g., DDoS protection, IP blacklisting)., Ensure web application firewalls (WAFs) and access control lists (ACLs) are properly tuned to avoid false positives., Monitor for patterns of unauthorized access attempts that may trigger such errors., Provide clear user guidance for troubleshooting 403 errors (e.g., checking URL typos, permissions, or VPN requirements).Investigate whether the 403 error is due to a misconfiguration or a deliberate security block (e.g., DDoS protection, IP blacklisting)., Ensure web application firewalls (WAFs) and access control lists (ACLs) are properly tuned to avoid false positives., Monitor for patterns of unauthorized access attempts that may trigger such errors., Provide clear user guidance for troubleshooting 403 errors (e.g., checking URL typos, permissions, or VPN requirements).

Incident : access_denial IBM4862048102525

Recommendations: Audit web server access controls and WAF rules to prevent false positives., Implement user-friendly error pages with troubleshooting guidance., Monitor for patterns of 403 errors that may indicate targeted scanning or misconfigurations.Audit web server access controls and WAF rules to prevent false positives., Implement user-friendly error pages with troubleshooting guidance., Monitor for patterns of 403 errors that may indicate targeted scanning or misconfigurations.Audit web server access controls and WAF rules to prevent false positives., Implement user-friendly error pages with troubleshooting guidance., Monitor for patterns of 403 errors that may indicate targeted scanning or misconfigurations.

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Recommendations: Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications.

Incident : Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error) IBM4593045110625

Recommendations: Verify URL accuracy and case sensitivity when accessing IBM pages., Use the IBM homepage as a starting point for navigation if access issues persist., Monitor for patterns of unauthorized access attempts (if this is part of a broader issue).Verify URL accuracy and case sensitivity when accessing IBM pages., Use the IBM homepage as a starting point for navigation if access issues persist., Monitor for patterns of unauthorized access attempts (if this is part of a broader issue).Verify URL accuracy and case sensitivity when accessing IBM pages., Use the IBM homepage as a starting point for navigation if access issues persist., Monitor for patterns of unauthorized access attempts (if this is part of a broader issue).

Incident : access_denial IBM3762037111125

Recommendations: Implement proper error handling for 403 pages to avoid confusion with security incidents., Review access control lists (ACLs) and web application firewall (WAF) rules to prevent false positives., Ensure clear communication channels for users encountering access issues.Implement proper error handling for 403 pages to avoid confusion with security incidents., Review access control lists (ACLs) and web application firewall (WAF) rules to prevent false positives., Ensure clear communication channels for users encountering access issues.Implement proper error handling for 403 pages to avoid confusion with security incidents., Review access control lists (ACLs) and web application firewall (WAF) rules to prevent false positives., Ensure clear communication channels for users encountering access issues.

What are the key lessons learned from past incidents ?

Key Lessons Learned: The key lessons learned from past incidents are Tool sprawl (83 tools from 29 vendors) increases complexity and risk, with 95% of leaders reporting redundant, unintegrated tools.,Fragmentation leads to 72-day longer detection and 84-day longer containment, inflating costs and reputational damage.,SEGs fail to block modern phishing (67.5 emails/month evade detection per 100 mailboxes), especially in understaffed SMEs.,Default configurations and unintegrated tools create exploitable blind spots.,AI/automation widens gaps when layered on disjointed architectures.The report underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures across industries, with costs rising annually. Proactive investments in prevention, detection, and response capabilities are essential to mitigate financial and operational risks.Insecure VDRs expose organizations to financial, operational, and reputational risks during high-stakes dealmaking. Proactive security measures (e.g., granular permissions, audit trails, AI governance) are critical to mitigating breaches and ensuring regulatory compliance.

What recommendations has the company implemented to improve cybersecurity ?

Implemented Recommendations: The company has implemented the following recommendations to improve cybersecurity: Perform health checks of resources and contact IBM Cloud Support if issues persist.

References

Where can I find more information about each incident ?

Incident : Outage and Vulnerability IBM347060525

Source: IBM Security Bulletin

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Source: IBM and Palo Alto Networks Study

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Source: Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR)

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Source: TechRadar Pro Expert Insights (Eyal Benishti, IRONSCALES)

URL: https://www.techradar.com/news/submit-your-story-to-techradar-pro

Date Accessed: 2023-10-04

Incident : Data Breach Cost Analysis IBM1362513090425

Source: Statista

URL: https://www.statista.com/statistics/387861/cost-data-breach-by-industry/

Date Accessed: 2025-09-04

Incident : access_denial IBM4262042091025

Source: IBM Error Page

Incident : Data Breach / Unauthorized Access IBM040091825

Source: California Office of the Attorney General

Date Accessed: 2023-09-22

Incident : access_denial IBM4862048102525

Source: IBM Error Page

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Source: IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Source: ENISA’s 2024 Threat Landscape Report

Incident : Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error) IBM4593045110625

Source: IBM Error Page

Incident : access_denial IBM3762037111125

Source: IBM Error Page

Where can stakeholders find additional resources on cybersecurity best practices ?

Additional Resources: Stakeholders can find additional resources on cybersecurity best practices at and Source: IBM Security Bulletin, and Source: IBM and Palo Alto Networks Study, and Source: Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR), and Source: TechRadar Pro Expert Insights (Eyal Benishti, IRONSCALES)Url: https://www.techradar.com/news/submit-your-story-to-techradar-proDate Accessed: 2023-10-04, and Source: StatistaUrl: https://www.statista.com/statistics/387861/cost-data-breach-by-industry/Date Accessed: 2025-09-04, and Source: IBM Error Page, and Source: California Office of the Attorney GeneralDate Accessed: 2023-09-22, and Source: IBM Error Page, and Source: IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, and Source: ENISA’s 2024 Threat Landscape Report, and Source: IBM Error Page, and Source: IBM Error Page.

Investigation Status

What is the current status of the investigation for each incident ?

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Investigation Status: Ongoing (Industry-Wide Analysis)

Incident : Data Breach Cost Analysis IBM1362513090425

Investigation Status: Completed (Report Published)

Incident : access_denial IBM4262042091025

Investigation Status: unconfirmed (could be benign or indicative of a security event)

Incident : Data Breach / Unauthorized Access IBM040091825

Investigation Status: Reported; details pending

Incident : access_denial IBM4862048102525

Investigation Status: unconfirmed (could be benign access issue or security-related)

Incident : Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error) IBM4593045110625

Investigation Status: Unconfirmed (likely a routine access error rather than a security incident).

Incident : access_denial IBM3762037111125

Investigation Status: unconfirmed (could be a false positive or legitimate access restriction)

How does the company communicate the status of incident investigations to stakeholders ?

Communication of Investigation Status: The company communicates the status of incident investigations to stakeholders through Messages sent to customers and apology issued by IBM Japan, Expert Insights (Techradar Pro Article), Awareness Of Tool Sprawl Risks and Reported to California Office of the Attorney General.

Stakeholder and Customer Advisories

Were there any advisories issued to stakeholders or customers for each incident ?

Incident : Outage and Vulnerability IBM347060525

Customer Advisories: Perform health checks of their resources and contact IBM Cloud Support if they continue to experience failures.

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Stakeholder Advisories: Security Leaders Urged To Replatform And Consolidate Tools To Reduce Risk..

Customer Advisories: Organizations advised to assess email security gaps (SEGs) and adopt adaptive defenses.

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Customer Advisories: Organizations are advised to evaluate VDR software based on security features that align with high-stakes dealmaking requirements, prioritizing governance, auditability, and risk mitigation.

Incident : Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error) IBM4593045110625

Customer Advisories: Users were advised to check URL spelling or start from the IBM homepage.

What advisories does the company provide to stakeholders and customers following an incident ?

Advisories Provided: The company provides the following advisories to stakeholders and customers following an incident: were Perform health checks of their resources and contact IBM Cloud Support if they continue to experience failures., Security Leaders Urged To Replatform And Consolidate Tools To Reduce Risk., Organizations Advised To Assess Email Security Gaps (Segs) And Adopt Adaptive Defenses., , Organizations are advised to evaluate VDR software based on security features that align with high-stakes dealmaking requirements, prioritizing governance, auditability, and risk mitigation. and Users were advised to check URL spelling or start from the IBM homepage..

Initial Access Broker

How did the initial access broker gain entry for each incident ?

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Entry Point: Phishing Emails (1/3 Of Breaches), Vendor Impersonation, Credential Theft,

High Value Targets: Email Accounts, Corporate Credentials, Financial Systems,

Data Sold on Dark Web: Email Accounts, Corporate Credentials, Financial Systems,

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

High Value Targets: M&A Documents, Financial Records, Board Materials,

Data Sold on Dark Web: M&A Documents, Financial Records, Board Materials,

Post-Incident Analysis

What were the root causes and corrective actions taken for each incident ?

Incident : Operational Risk IBM500090325

Root Causes: Over-Reliance On Bolt-On Security Tools Without Integration., Lack Of Api-Centric Threat Intelligence Sharing., Static Detection Methods (Segs) Unable To Counter Social Engineering., Understaffed Teams Unable To Maintain Tool Configurations., Default Settings And Unintegrated Tools Creating Blind Spots.,

Corrective Actions: Transition To Unified Cybersecurity Platforms (101% Roi)., Replace Segs With Api-Based, Adaptive Email Security., Automate Threat Intelligence Sharing Across Tools., Continuous Tuning Of Security Tools To Address Evolving Tactics., Prioritize Domains With Highest Threat Volume (E.G., Email).,

Incident : Data Breach Cost Analysis IBM1362513090425

Root Causes: Increasing Sophistication Of Cyber Threats., Expanding Attack Surfaces (E.G., Cloud Migration, Remote Work)., Regulatory Complexities And Compliance Costs., Shortage Of Skilled Cybersecurity Professionals.,

Incident : Data Breach Risk IBM5434154110425

Root Causes: Inadequate Access Controls, Lack Of Activity Monitoring, Unsecured Data Sharing, Poor Data Residency Management, Unrestricted Ai Tool Integration,

Corrective Actions: Adopt Vdrs With Governed Workspaces And Predictive Security Controls., Enforce Least-Privilege Access And Just-In-Time Permissions., Implement Real-Time Anomaly Detection And Automated Containment., Ensure Tamper-Proof Audit Trails For Compliance And Dispute Resolution., Restrict Cross-Border Data Transfers To Compliant Storage Regions.,

Incident : Access Denial / Unauthorized Access Attempt (403 Forbidden Error) IBM4593045110625

Root Causes: Possible Misconfigured Access Permissions For The Specific Page., User Error (E.G., Incorrect Url Or Case Sensitivity)., Temporary Access Restriction (E.G., Maintenance Or Ip Blocking).,

Incident : access_denial IBM3762037111125

Root Causes: Potential Waf/Acl Misconfiguration, Incorrect Url Input, Session/Cookie Expiration, Ip-Based Restriction,

Corrective Actions: Audit Security Rules, Improve User Guidance For Errors, Log And Monitor 403 Events For Anomalies,

What is the company's process for conducting post-incident analysis ?

Post-Incident Analysis Process: The company's process for conducting post-incident analysis is described as Continuous Roi Measurement (Time-To-Detect/Respond), , User Activity Analytics, Behavioral Anomaly Flags (E.G., Rapid Page Views, Mass Downloads), .

What corrective actions has the company taken based on post-incident analysis ?

Corrective Actions Taken: The company has taken the following corrective actions based on post-incident analysis: Transition To Unified Cybersecurity Platforms (101% Roi)., Replace Segs With Api-Based, Adaptive Email Security., Automate Threat Intelligence Sharing Across Tools., Continuous Tuning Of Security Tools To Address Evolving Tactics., Prioritize Domains With Highest Threat Volume (E.G., Email)., , Adopt Vdrs With Governed Workspaces And Predictive Security Controls., Enforce Least-Privilege Access And Just-In-Time Permissions., Implement Real-Time Anomaly Detection And Automated Containment., Ensure Tamper-Proof Audit Trails For Compliance And Dispute Resolution., Restrict Cross-Border Data Transfers To Compliant Storage Regions., , Audit Security Rules, Improve User Guidance For Errors, Log And Monitor 403 Events For Anomalies, .

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Incident Details

What was the most recent incident detected ?

Most Recent Incident Detected: The most recent incident detected was on 2023-05-21.

What was the most recent incident publicly disclosed ?

Most Recent Incident Publicly Disclosed: The most recent incident publicly disclosed was on 2023-09-22.

What was the most recent incident resolved ?

Most Recent Incident Resolved: The most recent incident resolved was on 2023-05-21.

Impact of the Incidents

What was the most significant data compromised in an incident ?

Most Significant Data Compromised: The most significant data compromised in an incident were Critical vulnerability information, , Personal Information and .

What was the most significant system affected in an incident ?

Most Significant System Affected: The most significant system affected in an incident was IBM Data Risk ManagerOther security tools and IBM Cloud ConsoleSupport Cases and Email Systems (SEGs)Endpoint SecurityIdentity Management and unspecified_IBM_web_page and Janssen CarePath platform database and unspecified_IBM_web_page and Virtual Data Rooms (VDRs)Sensitive Deal DocumentsAI Processing Tools and Potential IBM web page or service (unconfirmed) and IBM webpage (unspecified).

Response to the Incidents

What containment measures were taken in the most recent incident ?

Containment Measures in Most Recent Incident: The containment measures taken in the most recent incident was SSO with MFAIP Allow/Deny ListsSession TimeoutsDevice ChecksGranular Role-Based PermissionsDocument WatermarkingPrint/Download ControlsCopy-Paste SuppressionBrowser-Only ViewersBuilt-In RedactionDRM for FilesAI Boundaries.

Data Breach Information

What was the most sensitive data compromised in a breach ?

Most Sensitive Data Compromised: The most sensitive data compromised in a breach were Critical vulnerability information and Personal Information.

Lessons Learned and Recommendations

What was the most significant lesson learned from past incidents ?

Most Significant Lesson Learned: The most significant lesson learned from past incidents was AI/automation widens gaps when layered on disjointed architectures., The report underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures across industries, with costs rising annually. Proactive investments in prevention, detection, and response capabilities are essential to mitigate financial and operational risks., Insecure VDRs expose organizations to financial, operational, and reputational risks during high-stakes dealmaking. Proactive security measures (e.g., granular permissions, audit trails, AI governance) are critical to mitigating breaches and ensuring regulatory compliance.

What was the most significant recommendation implemented to improve cybersecurity ?

Most Significant Recommendation Implemented: The most significant recommendation implemented to improve cybersecurity was Audit web server access controls and WAF rules to prevent false positives., Prioritize adaptive tools: Use ML, behavioral analysis, and human feedback to counter evolving threats., Perform health checks of resources and contact IBM Cloud Support if issues persist, Implement industry-specific cybersecurity frameworks tailored to high-risk sectors (e.g., healthcare, financial services)., Monitor for patterns of 403 errors that may indicate targeted scanning or misconfigurations., Avoid 'more tools' mindset: Simplify to reduce operational burden and improve resilience., Deploy anomaly detection for unusual access patterns (e.g., off-hour activity)., Pin data storage to specific regions and document sub-processors., Implement user-friendly error pages with troubleshooting guidance., Implement proper error handling for 403 pages to avoid confusion with security incidents., Restrict AI tool usage to governed environments with disable options., Replatform: Consolidate tools into a unified, API-centric architecture with shared intelligence and automation., Enforce role-based permissions with inheritance and reversible exceptions., Test security controls regularly (e.g., simulated breach attempts)., Maintain tamper-evident, exportable audit logs with comprehensive metadata., Monitor for patterns of unauthorized access attempts that may trigger such errors., Enhance employee training and incident response preparedness to reduce breach lifecycle durations., Assess current stack: Inventory tools for overlap, integration gaps, and misconfigurations., Verify URL accuracy and case sensitivity when accessing IBM pages., Measure ROI: Track time-to-detect/respond to justify consolidation (101% ROI for platformized vs. 28% for fragmented)., Monitor for patterns of unauthorized access attempts (if this is part of a broader issue)., Investigate whether the 403 error is due to a misconfiguration or a deliberate security block (e.g., DDoS protection, IP blacklisting)., Use the IBM homepage as a starting point for navigation if access issues persist., Conduct regular cost-benefit analyses of security investments versus potential breach costs., Ensure clear communication channels for users encountering access issues., Use document controls (watermarks, DRM, redaction, screenshot deterrents)., Select VDR vendors with third-party security certifications., Provide clear user guidance for troubleshooting 403 errors (e.g., checking URL typos, permissions, or VPN requirements)., Ensure web application firewalls (WAFs) and access control lists (ACLs) are properly tuned to avoid false positives., Implement SSO with MFA and just-in-time user provisioning., Start small: Focus on high-risk domains (e.g., email, endpoint, identity) before expanding., Review access control lists (ACLs) and web application firewall (WAF) rules to prevent false positives., Route Q&A through approval workflows for sensitive disclosures. and Leverage AI and automation for threat detection and response to lower average breach costs..

References

What is the most recent source of information about an incident ?

Most Recent Source: The most recent source of information about an incident are TechRadar Pro Expert Insights (Eyal Benishti, IRONSCALES), Statista, ENISA’s 2024 Threat Landscape Report, Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR), IBM Error Page, IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, IBM and Palo Alto Networks Study, California Office of the Attorney General and IBM Security Bulletin.

What is the most recent URL for additional resources on cybersecurity best practices ?

Most Recent URL for Additional Resources: The most recent URL for additional resources on cybersecurity best practices is https://www.techradar.com/news/submit-your-story-to-techradar-pro, https://www.statista.com/statistics/387861/cost-data-breach-by-industry/ .

Investigation Status

What is the current status of the most recent investigation ?

Current Status of Most Recent Investigation: The current status of the most recent investigation is Ongoing (Industry-Wide Analysis).

Stakeholder and Customer Advisories

What was the most recent stakeholder advisory issued ?

Most Recent Stakeholder Advisory: The most recent stakeholder advisory issued was Security leaders urged to replatform and consolidate tools to reduce risk., .

What was the most recent customer advisory issued ?

Most Recent Customer Advisory: The most recent customer advisory issued were an Perform health checks of their resources and contact IBM Cloud Support if they continue to experience failures., Organizations advised to assess email security gaps (SEGs) and adopt adaptive defenses., Organizations are advised to evaluate VDR software based on security features that align with high-stakes dealmaking requirements, prioritizing governance, auditability, and risk mitigation. and Users were advised to check URL spelling or start from the IBM homepage.

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Post-Incident Analysis

What was the most significant root cause identified in post-incident analysis ?

Most Significant Root Cause: The most significant root cause identified in post-incident analysis was Over-reliance on bolt-on security tools without integration.Lack of API-centric threat intelligence sharing.Static detection methods (SEGs) unable to counter social engineering.Understaffed teams unable to maintain tool configurations.Default settings and unintegrated tools creating blind spots., Increasing sophistication of cyber threats.Expanding attack surfaces (e.g., cloud migration, remote work).Regulatory complexities and compliance costs.Shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals., Inadequate Access ControlsLack of Activity MonitoringUnsecured Data SharingPoor Data Residency ManagementUnrestricted AI Tool Integration, Possible misconfigured access permissions for the specific page.User error (e.g., incorrect URL or case sensitivity).Temporary access restriction (e.g., maintenance or IP blocking)., potential WAF/ACL misconfigurationincorrect URL inputsession/cookie expirationIP-based restriction.

What was the most significant corrective action taken based on post-incident analysis ?

Most Significant Corrective Action: The most significant corrective action taken based on post-incident analysis was Transition to unified cybersecurity platforms (101% ROI).Replace SEGs with API-based, adaptive email security.Automate threat intelligence sharing across tools.Continuous tuning of security tools to address evolving tactics.Prioritize domains with highest threat volume (e.g., email)., Adopt VDRs with governed workspaces and predictive security controls.Enforce least-privilege access and just-in-time permissions.Implement real-time anomaly detection and automated containment.Ensure tamper-proof audit trails for compliance and dispute resolution.Restrict cross-border data transfers to compliant storage regions., audit security rulesimprove user guidance for errorslog and monitor 403 events for anomalies.

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FreePBX Endpoint Manager is a module for managing telephony endpoints in FreePBX systems. Versions prior to 16.0.96 and 17.0.1 through 17.0.9 have a weak default password. By default, this is a 6 digit numeric value which can be brute forced. (This is the app_password parameter). Depending on local configuration, this password could be the extension, voicemail, user manager, DPMA or EPM phone admin password. This issue is fixed in versions 16.0.96 and 17.0.10.

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2025-12-10

Risk Information

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Base: 6.9

Severity: LOW

CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X

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Neuron is a PHP framework for creating and orchestrating AI Agents. In versions 2.8.11 and below, the MySQLWriteTool executes arbitrary SQL provided by the caller using PDO::prepare() + execute() without semantic restrictions. This is consistent with the name (“write tool”), but in an LLM/agent context it becomes a high-risk capability: prompt injection or indirect prompt manipulation can cause execution of destructive queries such as DROP TABLE, TRUNCATE, DELETE, ALTER, or privilege-related statements (subject to DB permissions). Deployments that expose an agent with MySQLWriteTool enabled to untrusted input and/or run the tool with a DB user that has broad privileges are impacted. This issue is fixed in version 2.8.12.

Published

Date

2025-12-10

Updated

Date

2025-12-10

Risk Information

cvss3

Base: 9.4

Severity: LOW

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:H

References

Description

Neuron is a PHP framework for creating and orchestrating AI Agents. Versions 2.8.11 and below use MySQLSelectTool, which is vulnerable to Read-Only Bypass. MySQLSelectTool is intended to be a read-only SQL tool (e.g., for LLM agent querying, however, validation based on the first keyword (e.g., SELECT) and a forbidden-keyword list does not block file-writing constructs such as INTO OUTFILE / INTO DUMPFILE. As a result, an attacker who can influence the tool input (e.g., via prompt injection through a public agent endpoint) may write arbitrary files to the DB server if the MySQL/MariaDB account has the FILE privilege and server configuration permits writes to a useful location (e.g., a web-accessible directory). This issue is fixed in version 2.8.12.

Published

Date

2025-12-10

Updated

Date

2025-12-10

Risk Information

cvss3

Base: 8.2

Severity: LOW

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:N

References

Description

Okta Java Management SDK facilitates interactions with the Okta management API. In versions 11.0.0 through 20.0.0, race conditions may arise from concurrent requests using the ApiClient class. This could cause a status code or response header from one request’s response to influence another request’s response. This issue is fixed in version 20.0.1.

Published

Date

2025-12-10

Updated

Date

2025-12-10

Risk Information

cvss3

Base: 8.4

Severity: HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:L

References

Description

The Auth0 Next.js SDK is a library for implementing user authentication in Next.js applications. When using versions 4.11.0 through 4.11.2 and 4.12.0, simultaneous requests on the same client may result in improper lookups in the TokenRequestCache for the request results. This issue is fixed in versions 4.11.2 and 4.12.1.

Published

Date

2025-12-10

Updated

Date

2025-12-10

Risk Information

cvss3

Base: 5.4

Severity: HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N

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