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The Rise of AI Vulnerabilities: Google Expands Bug Bounty Program to Protect Against Emerging Threats

Morgan Sarah1 year ago011 mins

The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In an increasingly digitized world, where data breaches and cyber threats have become commonplace, it is paramount for IT professionals to prioritize compliance with various security frameworks, such as HIPAA, NIST, CIS-CSC, Essential Eight, and Cyber Essentials. The ever-growing number of vulnerabilities in artificial intelligence (AI) systems and…

The Rise of BunnyLoader: A Deep Dive into the Emerging Threat of Malware-as-a-Service

Patel Maya1 year ago08 mins

Mac Security Survey 2023: Examining Cybersecurity Myths and Online Behavior Inconsistencies of Mac Users The Growing Concern of Cybersecurity In an age where technology is deeply ingrained in our daily lives, ensuring the security of our online activities has become paramount. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, so do the threats that lurk in…

Emerging Threat: The Sinister Evolution of EvilBamboo

Reynolds Alex1 year ago09 mins

Results of Mac Security Survey 2023 Introduction In a world increasingly reliant on technology, concerns about cybersecurity have become more paramount than ever before. With the rise of cyber threats and the potential for dangerous consequences, it is crucial to examine the state of online security. To shed light on this issue, we conducted a…

Emerging Threat: DHS Raises Red Flag on AI-Driven Attacks Targeting Critical Infrastructure

Patel Maya1 year ago010 mins

DHS Warns of Threats from AI Use Against Critical Infrastructure The Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) annual Homeland Threat Assessment report has identified the potential for bad actors to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to disrupt critical infrastructure, including election interference and targeting industrial systems. The report highlights that state-backed hackers, such as China, are incorporating…

Satellite Security: Falling Behind the Technological Curve

Emma Thompson1 year ago012 mins

Satellite Security Lags Decades Behind the State of the Art Introduction Satellite security has been the topic of recent concern among researchers from Ruhr University Bochum and the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security in Saarbrücken. In their assessment of current low-earth orbit satellites, they found that the industry’s implementation of security concepts is woefully…

The Vulnerability of Drones: Emerging Threats of Electromagnetic Attacks

Nguyen Michael1 year ago09 mins

API Security Testing for Dummies Introduction With the rapid advancement of technology, ensuring the security of our digital ecosystem has become increasingly important. One area that requires particular attention is the security of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). APIs facilitate communication between different software systems and are critical for enabling the smooth exchange of data and…

The Emerging Threat of Deepfake-based Sextortion Scams

Emma Thompson2 years ago07 mins

Threat Actors Manipulate Stolen Images and Videos Using AI to Create Deepfakes for Sextortion Scams The FBI recently issued a warning that malicious actors are using deepfake technology to create sexually explicit images and videos to extort individuals into paying them with money or gift cards. These deepfakes appear real but are created using any…

Australia’s Cybersecurity Strategy Needs a Comprehensive Review to Tackle Emerging Threats, Rather Than Imposing Bans on Social Media Apps

Patel Maya2 years ago05 mins

Australia Needs a Comprehensive Cybersecurity Overhaul, Not Just Bans on Apps like TikTok The Australian Government has recently joined other governments in announcing a ban on the use of TikTok on government devices, owing to security fears and the risk of foreign interference through the app. The collection and use of personal information by TikTok,…