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New Method of Malvertising Utilizes Vulnerable Websites to Deliver Malicious Ads The Discovery In a recent blog post, Jerome Segura, senior director of threat intelligence at Malwarebytes, uncovered a new method of using vulnerable websites to deliver targeted ads that carry malware. This technique takes advantage of Google‘s dynamic search ads feature, which pairs ads…
New Research Enhances Vital Infrastructure Resilience Against Malevolent Attacks Introduction The increasing advancement of technology has brought about new threats to society’s critical infrastructures. These malevolent attacks, such as blackouts, water shortages, and transport collapses, not only come with a hefty price tag but also have the potential to cause chaos and harm communities. In…
The Threat to US Cybersecurity: Budget Cuts and Political Opposition Introduction The efforts of the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to combat disinformation about US elections and election infrastructure are facing potential budget cuts. This could have serious implications for CISA‘s ability to defend federal networks and aid critical infrastructure operators against cyberattacks….
Cybersecurity Threat Group LockBit Claims Breach of Boeing, Demands Ransom Assessing the Claim and the Potential Fallout In a recent post on its leak site, LockBit, a notorious ransomware threat group, has claimed to have breached Boeing‘s systems and threatened to release sensitive data unless their ransom demands are met by November 2nd. While this…
Nation-State Canada Bans WeChat and Kaspersky on Government Phones Canada has announced a ban on popular Chinese messaging app WeChat and Russian platform Kaspersky on government smartphones and other mobile devices. The decision was made due to the privacy and security risks that these applications pose. The Chief Information Officer of Canada determined that WeChat…
The Threat of Budget Cuts: CISA‘s Mission at Risk The Importance of CISA‘s Work The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) plays a critical role in defending federal networks, aiding critical infrastructure operators against cyber attackers, and combating disinformation about US elections and election infrastructure. However, recent budget cuts and legislative roadblocks have put…
President Biden Takes Action to Address AI Safety and Security Introduction President Joe Biden has issued an executive order (EO) aimed at establishing new standards for AI safety and security while prioritizing the privacy of American citizens. The comprehensive order requires developers of advanced AI systems, such as large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, to…
UAE Cybersecurity Council Warns of High-Risk Vulnerability in Google Chrome The United Arab Emirates’ Cybersecurity Council has recently issued a warning about a high-risk vulnerability in the popular web browser, Google Chrome. The council posted a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, alerting users to the presence of this vulnerability and urging caution. The…
The UAE Enhances Cybersecurity Capabilities through Partnerships Strengthening Threat Intelligence Sharing The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Cybersecurity Council has recently announced a series of partnerships aimed at improving its threat intelligence sharing capabilities. These partnerships include collaborations with other nations, as well as agreements with cybersecurity vendors. The goal is to enhance the UAE‘s cybersecurity…
The White House’s Executive Order on AI Aims to Address Security Risks The White House has released a long-awaited executive order on artificial intelligence (AI) that seeks to mitigate security risks while harnessing the potential benefits of the technology. The order comes nearly a year after ChatGPT, a viral chatbot, captured public attention and sparked…