The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is currently facing significant scrutiny as it implements extensive reductions in the federal workforce across the United States government. Amid ongoing lawsuits alleging that these actions infringe upon the Privacy Act of 1974, there are calls for the group to cease its activities. Recent…
In December, a manufacturing firm experienced a significant cybersecurity incident when approximately a dozen of its employees were inundated with an overwhelming number of phishing emails. This barrage of messages was so extensive that it hampered the employees’ ability to carry out their regular business operations. Within just over an…
Last week, several personnel reductions at the U.S. Digital Service (USDS) have raised concerns regarding the ongoing cybersecurity initiatives at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). High-profile departments such as product management, design, and procurement were notably impacted by these layoffs. Reports indicate that Kamens, a member of the USDS…
Recent cybersecurity research has unveiled significant internal discord within the notorious hacking group known as Black Basta. These findings stem from an analysis of Russian-language communications among the organization members, revealing that tensions have intensified following the arrest of a prominent leader. As internal conflicts grow, the risk of exposing…
TP-Link, a prominent name in the router manufacturing sector in the United States, is currently under scrutiny that could lead to a potential ban due to concerns regarding its connections to China. According to a December report from a leading news outlet, federal agencies, including the Commerce, Defense, and Justice…
On the first of August last year, the nonprofit organization Point de Contact disclosed to WIRED that only a pair of images remained on four separate Microsoft servers, following significant communication with the tech giant that spanned nearly ten months. In an email statement, Point de Contact expressed their regret…
A recent investigation by WIRED has unveiled troubling insights into Google’s advertising ecosystem, revealing that a significant amount of sensitive information about American consumers is being made accessible to some of the largest global brands. Despite Google’s stated policies prohibiting the use of such data, experts warn that this information…
Upcoming Layoffs at NIST Raise Concerns Among Staff and Stakeholders In a significant development for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a series of layoffs may soon be enacted, potentially impacting hundreds of employees. NIST, a non-regulatory agency under the Department of Commerce, plays a crucial role in…
A collaborative advisory issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) highlights the persistent threat posed by Ghost ransomware, also referred to as Cring. Active since early 2021, this cybercriminal group, which operates from…
