Social Media Platforms Required to Obtain Parental Consent for Children’s Data Processing Recent draft regulations propose significant changes to how social media platforms and online services handle children’s personal data. Under these provisions, companies will be mandated to secure verifiable…
Standards, Regulations & Compliance Cyber Defense Agency Aims to Strengthen Protections Against Chinese Intrusion Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 3, 2025 A final rule from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Agency concludes a Biden administration initiative to limit the bulk…
India Advances Data Protection Framework Amid Cybersecurity Challenges In an age defined by rapid digital transformation, India has positioned itself at the forefront of safeguarding personal data, recognizing the growing importance of establishing a secure and accountable digital environment. The…
In July 2023, residents of Missouri experienced a common challenge when the Missouri Highway Patrol issued an Amber Alert through a push notification that linked to a post on X (formerly Twitter). This shift in notification practices highlighted issues concerning…
DDoS Protection, Security Operations Surge in DDoS Attacks Targets Japanese Logistics, Government, and Financial Sectors Jayant Chakravarti (@JayJay_Tech) • January 3, 2025 Image taken near Mt. Fuji at Lake Saiko. (Credit: Shutterstock) Japanese Businesses Endure Widespread DDoS Attacks During the…
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in India has unveiled the draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, initiating a public consultation process. This significant development follows the announcement of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) over 16 months…
Cyberhaven Extension Compromise Highlights Risks of Spear Phishing Attacks In a recent incident that underscores the vulnerabilities of browser extensions, a spear phishing campaign targeted developers of the Cyberhaven extension, leading to the deployment of a malicious update. A link…
As we advance into the coming months, the cybersecurity landscape is experiencing swift changes, particularly due to the rising incorporation of AI in executing cyberattacks. These AI-enabled strikes are being recognized for their high effectiveness, with reported success rates hitting…
Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Network Firewalls, Network Access Control US Treasury Sanctions Integrity Technology Group for Aiding Chinese Hackers David Perera (@daveperera) • January 3, 2025 Flax Typhoon hackers exploit small office and home routers to…
Volkswagen Data Leak, DoubleClickjacking, and China’s Denial of Hacking US Treasury In recent headlines, significant cybersecurity incidents have emerged, highlighting the ongoing challenges businesses face in protecting sensitive information. Volkswagen has reported a substantial data leak affecting thousands of customers,…
