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Philippine Military Ordered to Stop Using Artificial Intelligence Apps Due to Security Risks In a recent development, the Philippine defense chief, Gilberto Teodoro Jr., has issued an order to all defense personnel and the 163,000-member military to refrain from using digital applications that utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to generate personal portraits. Teodoro cited security risks…
Supply Chain Security: North Korean Hackers Exploiting Recent TeamCity Vulnerability Introduction In a recent report, Microsoft has warned that multiple North Korean threat actors have been taking advantage of a vulnerability in JetBrains’ TeamCity continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) server. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2023-42793, allows unauthenticated attackers to execute code remotely on vulnerable…
The Rise of Predator Spyware: A Threat to Privacy and Security A Widespread and Entrenched Grey-Area Commercial Operation Amnesty International’s Security Labs, in collaboration with the European Investigative Collaboration (EIC) media network, has uncovered alarming information about the proliferation of Predator spyware. The analysis from Amnesty, detailed in their recent report titled “The Predator Files,”…
Relentless Campaign Targets Software Supply Chain with Malicious Python Packages Introduction A threat actor has been conducting a relentless campaign since early April, delivering hundreds of malicious Python packages through the software supply chain. The packages, uploaded to GitHub by various usernames, have already been downloaded nearly 75,000 times, according to cybersecurity firm Checkmarx. The…
The Growing Concern of Access to Middle East Corporate Networks on the Dark Web The Decreasing Cost of Access The accessibility and affordability of corporate network access on the Dark Web have become causes for alarm, particularly in the Middle East. According to recent research by Positive Technologies, the cost of accessing Middle East corporate…
Report: The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In today’s digital era, maintaining a secure and compliant infrastructure is of utmost importance for organizations. With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks, it is crucial for IT professionals to align with industry-standard frameworks to protect sensitive data and mitigate the risks of breaches. This report…
Cybersecurity: Safeguarding the Food Pipeline from Cyberattacks The Intersection of Technology and Agriculture The advent of advanced technology has brought about significant changes in various industries, and the agriculture sector is no exception. From sensors that monitor cattle’s feeding habits to machines that detect and sort fruit by quality, smart devices and computer systems have…
Taiwan Probes Firms Suspected of Selling Chip Equipment to China‘s Huawei Despite US Sanctions Taiwan authorities are currently investigating four Taiwan-based companies for their alleged involvement in helping China‘s Huawei Technologies to build semiconductor facilities. The investigation will determine whether these companies violated regulations that prohibit the sale of sensitive technologies and equipment to China….
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance An Introduction to Cybersecurity Challenges With the rapid advances in technology, cybersecurity has become an increasingly critical concern for individuals, organizations, and governments worldwide. The interconnectedness of the digital world presents both opportunities and challenges, as malicious actors seek to exploit vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information….
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, the need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information has become paramount. IT professionals play a crucial role in ensuring that their organizations adhere to various regulations and frameworks designed to safeguard data and infrastructure. In this article,…