Microsoft’s Copilot tool continues to access sensitive data despite the company’s efforts to restrict its use of removed resources from GitHub. A recent investigation by Lasso has uncovered that Microsoft’s attempts to limit access to a specialized Bing interface—which had previously been available at cc.bingj.com—have proven inadequate. Notably, while public…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Series A Investment Fuels AI-Infused Cybersecurity Advancements Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • February 27, 2025 Derek Smith, CEO, Mimic, alongside Bob Blakey, Chief Product Officer, Mimic (Images: Mimic) A cybersecurity firm specializing in ransomware defense, led by…
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) – Recent months have witnessed a series of cybersecurity breaches impacting educational institutions across Southwest Virginia, highlighting a growing trend that has raised concerns among stakeholders. Most notably, the Target 7 team reported an ongoing investigation into Appomattox County Public Schools last week, further alarming the community.…
Human Trafficking in Cyber Scams: An Alarming Trend Fueled by Technology Recent investigations have highlighted distressing conditions within compounds linked to organized crime in Myanmar, particularly in relation to cyber scams orchestrated by illicit syndicates. These facilities, often associated with Chinese organized crime, are reported to exploit victims on a…
Healthcare, HIPAA/HITECH, Industry Specific Health Industry Associations Express Concern Over Proposed Cybersecurity Regulations Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • February 27, 2025 A coalition of healthcare organizations urged the administration to withdraw the proposed HIPAA security rule update in a letter dated February 17 (Image: White House, CHIME, MGMA) A coalition…
Hacker Responsible for Over 90 Data Breaches Arrested in Thailand In a significant breakthrough in the fight against cybercrime, authorities in Thailand have apprehended an individual believed to be behind over 90 data leaks. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, is alleged to have targeted a wide range…
Cybersecurity experts from Kaspersky’s Securelist have recently spotlighted a resurgent cyber espionage group identified as Angry Likho APT, also referred to by some security experts as Sticky Werewolf. This group has intensified its cyberattack activities, predominantly targeting organizations within Russia and Belarus. Active since 2023, Angry Likho APT exhibits procedural…
Kyocera’s Chief Information Security Officer, Andrew Smith, discusses proactive strategies for addressing the cyber risks linked to AI technologies and outlines actionable steps businesses can take for implementation. Since the explosive popularity of AI, especially following the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, discussions surrounding this technology have gained significant…
Group-IB Aids Royal Thai and Singapore Police in Cybercrime Operations In a recent collaborative effort, Group-IB, a leading cybersecurity firm, has assisted the Royal Thai Police and the Singapore Police Force in executing a joint operation targeting cybercriminal activities. This initiative highlights the increasing importance of cross-border cooperation in combating…
