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New Research Exposes Privacy and Security Threats in Smart Homes An Alarming Discovery A recent study conducted by an international team of researchers from institutions including the IMDEA Networks Institute, Northeastern University, and NYU Tandon School of Engineering has shed light on the concerning privacy and security risks posed by Internet of Things (IoT) devices…
Cybercrime in Other News: Energy Services Firm Hacked, Tech CEO Gets Prison Time, X Glitch Leads to CIA Channel Hijack Tech CEO Sentenced to prison for wire fraud Amir Golestan, the CEO of Micfo LLC, has been sentenced to five years in prison for wire fraud. Golestan used a network of shell companies to deceive…
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…
The EU‘s Controversial Vulnerability Disclosure Requirement Introduction The European Union (EU) has proposed a new rule under Article 11 of the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) that would require software publishers to disclose unpatched vulnerabilities to government agencies within 24 hours of exploitation. While some IT security professionals support this rule, there is growing concern among…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance As our reliance on digital technology grows, so too does the importance of ensuring the security and privacy of our data. In an era of increasing cyber threats, it is imperative for IT professionals to be well-versed in compliance frameworks that provide guidelines for safeguarding sensitive information. In this…
23andMe Investigates Data Breach 23andMe, the popular DNA testing company, is currently conducting an investigation after client information was discovered for sale on a cybercrime forum. This development has raised serious concerns about the security and privacy of genetic data and has once again brought the issue of cyber breaches to the forefront of public…
The Alarming Rise of API-Related Data Breaches The digital landscape has transformed organizations, providing them with numerous capabilities enabled by cloud applications. However, this technological revolution also brings with it unknown risks that organizations may not fully appreciate or recognize. The “2023 State of API Security: Global Findings” report by Traceable sheds light on these…
New York Bans Facial Recognition in Schools after Report Finds Risks Outweigh Potential Benefits Evaluation of Facial Recognition Technology in Schools The state of New York has recently banned the use of facial recognition technology in schools, following a report that concluded the risks to student privacy and civil rights outweigh potential security benefits. The…
National Digital ID Scheme Proposed in Australia: Evaluating Pros and Cons The Current Situation In an effort to combat identity crime, the Australian government is considering the implementation of a national digital identity (ID) scheme. The proposed scheme aims to provide individuals with a secure way to prove their identity without having to share physical…
An Overly Permissive File-Sharing Link Exposes 38TB of Private Microsoft Data Introduction An incident involving a misconfigured file-sharing link has resulted in the exposure of a massive 38TB storage bucket containing private Microsoft data. This security lapse allowed attackers to gain access to development secrets, including passwords, Teams messages, and files from two employees’ workstations….