Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Government, Industry Specific Also: Cyber IPOs and the Importance of AI Explainability Anna Delaney (@annamadeline) • May 9, 2025 Clockwise, from top left: Anna Delaney, Tony Morbin, Michael Novinson, and Chris Riotta This week, ISMG editors examined the implications of a proposed “grand cyber plan”…
By the CyberWire staff Cybersecurity Incidents Summary A recent breach has compromised the developer of a Signal clone utilized by the US government, leading to the exposure of customer data. This incident underscores vulnerabilities in systems supporting critical communication. Additionally, the NSO Group has been ordered to pay over $167…
Malware Compromises Hundreds of E-Commerce Sites, Exposing Sensitive Data Recent security findings reveal that hundreds of e-commerce websites, including at least one operated by a major multinational corporation, have been compromised by malware that injects malicious code directly into the browsers of site visitors. This alarming situation, uncovered by researchers…
Social media has become integral to both personal and professional communication, with platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook serving as vital tools for marketing and engagement. This widespread usage has also rendered these platforms attractive targets for cybercriminals, who exploit their trustworthiness in their phishing schemes. Recent developments in social…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Geo Focus: The United Kingdom, Geo-Specific Urgent Cybersecurity Warnings from Government Officials Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • May 9, 2025 Image: National Cyber Security Centre The United Kingdom is experiencing a surge in cyber incidents, prompting top government officials to emphasize that enhanced cybersecurity is imperative. This warning…
LockBit Ransomware Group Breached: Operational Data Exposed In a significant breach within the cybersecurity landscape, the notorious LockBit ransomware group has reportedly suffered a compromise, leading to the unauthorized release of operational data. This breach highlights ongoing vulnerabilities faced by cybercriminal organizations as well as the ever-evolving nature of cyber…
The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is set to enhance its monitoring processes by implementing a system that photographs every individual leaving the country by vehicle at border checkpoints. This initiative aims to match travelers’ facial images with their passports, visas, or travel documents, a significant escalation in…
In today’s interconnected environment, mobile devices have evolved from mere conveniences to critical tools for business operation and communication. As organizations increasingly adopt mobility strategies and embrace bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policies, they inadvertently expose themselves to the growing risk of mobile data leaks, particularly through the very apps that form the…
AI-Driven Cloud Security Services, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Partners Leverage Bedrock and SageMaker for Threat Detection and Response, Crucial for Innovation Michael Novinson (@MichaelNovinson) • May 9, 2025 Rohan Karmarkar, Managing Director, Amazon Web Services (Image: Amazon Web Services) Amazon Web Services (AWS) is…
