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Sophisticated Attack Exploits Side-Channel Vulnerability in Apple CPUs Understanding Side-Channel Attacks Side-channel attacks are a type of exploit that targets the additional information generated by computer systems or hardware, such as sound, light, electromagnetic radiation, or the time it takes to complete certain computations. Unlike traditional software hacks, side-channel attacks take advantage of these physical…
Massachusetts Receives Grant to Strengthen Cybersecurity Resiliency Introduction The Healey-Driscoll Administration in Massachusetts has announced a $2.3 million grant to support cybersecurity resiliency for local communities and develop a talent pipeline at Massachusetts colleges and universities. The grant, provided through the MassTech Collaborative’s MassCyberCenter, has been awarded to CyberTrust Massachusetts, a nonprofit organization dedicated to…
The Rise of Octo Tempest: A Dangerous and Unprecedented Cybercrime Group Introduction Octo Tempest, a financially motivated hacking group, has recently been branded as one of the most dangerous financial criminal groups by Microsoft’s Incident Response and Threat Intelligence team. This group, also known as 0ktapus, Scattered Spider, and UNC3944, has been active since early…
The Importance of Choosing the Right UEM Solution As organizations navigate the remote, hybrid, and constantly changing work landscape, the need for a high-caliber, enterprise-grade unified endpoint management (UEM) solution has become more critical than ever. Procurement and finance professionals are facing immense pressure to select the right UEM solution that will drive operational efficiency…
Are Smart Speakers Compromising Your Privacy? An Unexpected Use of Smart Speaker Data Smart speakers have become a ubiquitous presence in many households, offering convenience and entertainment with just a simple voice command. However, recent research conducted by Umar Iqbal and his team at the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis…
Most websites do not publish privacy policies, researchers say Analysis of the online privacy policy landscape reveals a concerning lack of availability By In a world that increasingly relies on digital interactions, online privacy has become a pressing concern for individuals and organizations alike. However, a recent study by researchers at Pennsylvania State University has…
Applying Game Theory on the Front Lines Applying Game Theory on the Front Lines By | October 27, 2023 Introduction In the wake of ever-evolving adversarial threats, governments worldwide have invested trillions to safeguard their nations. But how can decision-makers effectively allocate limited defensive resources to protect vital targets while adversaries aim to exploit vulnerabilities?…
Online games use dark designs to collect player data, researchers reveal Introduction A study conducted by scientists at Aalto University’s Department of Computer Science has shed light on potentially questionable data collection practices in online games. The researchers also uncovered misconceptions and concerns about privacy among players, prompting calls for improved privacy protections in the…
The Changing Landscape of Hacktivist Cyber Activities in the Israel-Hamas Conflict Introduction In recent months, the hacktivist cyber activities surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict have experienced a significant slowdown. While some groups have ceased plotting attacks altogether, others have shifted their focus to targets outside of Israel. This transformation is evident through an analysis of Dark…
Cybercrime In Other News: Ex-NSA Employee Spying for Russia, EU Threat Landscape, Cyber Education Funding HTTP DDoS attacks on the rise In the third quarter of this year, there has been a significant increase in hyper-volumetric HTTP Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, according to Cloudflare. The company has reported mitigating thousands of these attacks…