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Anthropic, Palantir, and AWS Collaborate on AI Solutions for US Defense

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Collaboration Between AWS, Palantir, and Anthropic to Develop AI for U.S. Defense Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • November 8, 2024 Image: Shutterstock A partnership has emerged between Palantir, Anthropic, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to create an artificial intelligence platform aimed…

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Warning: Cybercriminals Utilizing VCURMS and STRRAT Trojans Through AWS and GitHub

A recent phishing campaign has come to light, actively distributing remote access trojans (RATs) dubbed VCURMS and STRRAT through a malicious Java-based downloader. This attempt highlights a troubling trend in cybercrime, where attackers strategically utilize accessible cloud platforms, such as Amazon Web Services and GitHub, to host malicious content while…

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Meta Eases AI Regulations for U.S. Military Applications

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Policy Change Grants Military Contractors and Security Agencies Access to AI Model Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • November 6, 2024 Image: Shutterstock In a significant policy shift, Meta has revised its stance regarding the military use of its artificial intelligence model,…

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Researchers Discover ‘LLMjacking’ Scheme Targeting AI Models in the Cloud

New Cyberattack Technique Exploits Stolen Cloud Credentials to Target LLM Services Cybersecurity researchers have recently uncovered a sophisticated attack that leverages stolen cloud credentials to infiltrate cloud-hosted large language model (LLM) services. This technique, dubbed LLMjacking by the Sysdig Threat Research Team, poses a significant threat as attackers aim to…

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New Cuttlefish Malware Compromises Router Connections to Steal Cloud Credentials

A new cyber threat has emerged, identified as “Cuttlefish,” specifically targeting small office and home office (SOHO) routers. This sophisticated malware aims to covertly monitor all traffic traversing these devices while collecting authentication data from HTTP GET and POST requests. According to a recent report from the Black Lotus Labs…

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Russian Cozy Bear Hackers Target Critical Sectors Using Microsoft and AWS Phishing Tactics

Cozy Bear, a hacking group linked to the Russian government, is executing a new phishing campaign that is impacting over 100 organizations worldwide. Utilizing sophisticated tactics, the attackers are employing signed Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) files disguised as legitimate documents to establish remote access and extract sensitive information. Organizations should…

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Microsoft Releases Patches for 51 Vulnerabilities, Featuring a Critical MSMQ Flaw

Microsoft Addresses 51 Vulnerabilities in June Patch Tuesday Update In its latest Patch Tuesday update for June 2024, Microsoft has rolled out security updates to address 51 vulnerabilities across its products. Among these, one vulnerability has been classified as Critical, while the remaining 50 are deemed Important. This release also…

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Ransomware Hackers Exploit Cloud Service Platforms as Their Playground

In recent years, the landscape of cybercrime has become increasingly perilous, with ransomware attacks surging in both frequency and sophistication. Cybercriminal organizations have gained notoriety for infiltrating targeted networks, encrypting vital databases, and effectively locking out businesses from their critical data until a ransom is paid. This evolving approach to…

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Cloud Defender Stream.Security Secures $30M Funding to Pursue Expansion in the US

AI-Driven Cloud Security Firm Stream.Security Secures $30 Million Investment for Growth Stream.Security, a cloud security startup spearheaded by a former Nvidia executive, has successfully completed a Series B funding round, raising $30 million. This investment is aimed at enhancing product capabilities, particularly in the areas of auto-remediation and hybrid cloud…

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