Gravy Analytics and Mobilewalla Ordered to Strengthen Consent Protocols Amid FTC Scrutiny In a recent enforcement action, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has directed data brokers Gravy Analytics and its parent company Venntel to enhance their consent measures regarding the acquisition and distribution of geolocation data. This move follows…
The National Registration Department (JPN) of Malaysia has issued a firm denial regarding allegations of a data leak concerning MyKad, the national ID card system. In a statement released on Facebook, JPN reassured the public that its investigation has turned up no evidence of any data breach or unusual activities…
An FBI official recently highlighted the advantages of utilizing cellphones that receive regular operating system updates, employ responsibly managed encryption, and leverage phishing-resistant multifactor authentication for crucial online accounts. This recommendation comes amid concerns over a significant cyber espionage campaign attributed to state-affiliated actors in China, who have reportedly infiltrated…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Governance & Risk Management, Government Privacy Advocates Highlight Risks from DHS’s Increased Use of AI and Facial Recognition Technologies Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 4, 2024 According to a recent report from a government watchdog, DHS is broadening its use of surveillance technology without addressing…
Germany has taken significant legal action by arresting an individual believed to be the administrator of the nation’s largest criminal marketplace. This marketplace has been linked to various illegal activities, including the sale of illicit goods and services. The arrest highlights ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat cybercrime…
In an alarming revelation from recent spyware detection efforts, the security firm iVerify reported that a subset of its users has fallen victim to the notorious Pegasus malware, developed by the NSO Group. Out of 2,500 devices scanned for spyware within its Mobile Threat Hunting feature, seven were found to…
Finance & Banking, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Industry Specific French Authorities Arrest Alleged Ryuk Money Launderer Ekatarina Zhdanova Akshaya Asokan ( asokan_akshaya) • December 4, 2024 Ekaterina Zhdanova, in an undated file photo. (Image: National Crime Agency) A major law enforcement investigation, spearheaded by the United Kingdom, has dismantled two…
In the wake of an unprecedented cyberattack, U.S. officials are urging American citizens to prioritize the use of encrypted applications to safeguard their personal and professional communications. This advisory comes as numerous attacks targeting sensitive information have been reported, highlighting vulnerabilities that hackers are exploiting. The primary targets of this…
Ransomware Attacks Disrupt NHS Hospitals, Data Breach Confirmed The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK has been struck by a series of ransomware attacks that have severely impacted operations at multiple hospitals, including Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust and Liverpool Heart and Chest NHS Foundation Trust. These incidents…