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The Growing Threat of Spyware: A Blueprint for IT Professionals In today’s increasingly digital world, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for individuals and organizations alike. With the proliferation of sensitive information online, the need to protect against spyware and other malicious threats has never been greater. In this report, we will examine the dangers…
Executive Order on AI Transparency On February XX, President Joe Biden signed a groundbreaking executive order that addresses the need for transparency and trustworthiness in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). This executive order, which follows discussions between AI companies and the White House earlier this year, aims to open up the black box nature…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Meeting the Standards: HIPAA, NIST, CIS-CSC, Essential Eight, and Cyber Essentials In an increasingly digital world, organizations are facing ever-growing challenges in protecting their sensitive data and ensuring compliance with various cybersecurity frameworks. This is especially important for IT professionals, who are entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding the…
Cybercrime: Four Dozen Countries Declare They Won’t Pay Ransomware Ransoms In a major international effort, a coalition of nearly fifty countries, including the United States, will pledge to no longer pay ransoms demanded in ransomware attacks. The commitment will be part of a joint policy statement signed by 48 countries, the European Union, and Interpol….
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Achieving Compliance: Aligning with Multiple Frameworks In today’s digital age, ensuring the security and privacy of sensitive information has become a top priority for organizations across various sectors. Regulatory frameworks and industry standards play a crucial role in guiding businesses and IT professionals on the necessary steps to achieve…
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…
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…
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…
Monitoring Nuclear Weapons Stockpiles with Radio Waves: A New Method for Treaty Compliance Introduction In a world where nuclear disarmament is a critical priority, the ability to effectively monitor and verify compliance with international treaties is of utmost importance. A team of researchers from various institutions, including the Max Planck Institute for Security and Privacy…
Proofpoint to Acquire Tessian for AI-Powered Email Security Tech The Acquisition Deal Enterprise security vendor Proofpoint has announced plans to acquire email security specialists Tessian to enhance its capacity to identify and block risky user behaviors, such as misdirected email and data exfiltration. Although the financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, Tessian…