In recent years, encrypted communication platforms have become integral to the daily lives of billions worldwide. Services such as Signal, iMessage, and WhatsApp utilize end-to-end encryption by default, safeguarding countless messages, photos, videos, and calls. Other platforms like Zoom and Discord also provide options for users to enhance their communication…
Apple has addressed a significant zero-day vulnerability affecting a wide range of iPhones and iPads, as announced on Tuesday. The company indicated that this flaw could have been exploited in a highly advanced attack targeting specific individuals using earlier versions of iOS. The flaw, designated as CVE-2025-24201, is linked to…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Incident & Breach Response Also: BianLian Ransomware Hackers Aren’t Really Mailing You Anviksha More (AnvikshaMore) • March 6, 2025 Image: Shutterstock / ISMG Every week, Information Security Media Group compiles notable cybersecurity incidents and breaches globally. This week, the U.S. imposed sanctions on an Iranian…
Investigation into Microsoft’s $13 Billion OpenAI Investment Initiated in 2023 Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • March 6, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has decided not to proceed with an investigation into the strategic partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI, following Microsoft’s substantial $13 billion investment in the…
Encryption & Key Management, Endpoint Security, Security Operations Withdrawal of Advanced Data Protection for UK Users May Have Global Repercussions Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • February 24, 2025 An Apple store in London, captured in August 2018. (Image: Shutterstock) Apple’s recent decision to deactivate its iCloud end-to-end encryption feature for users…
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…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Data Privacy, Data Security U.S. Vice President Urges Europe to Embrace AI with Optimism at Paris Summit Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • February 11, 2025 U.S. Vice President JD Vance (Image: Shutterstock) During the AI Action Summit held in Paris, U.S. Vice President JD Vance emphasized…
Cybersecurity News: Recent Developments in Data Breaches and Digital Threats Amid the ongoing disruptions to established federal institutions in the United States, reports this week from WIRED have drawn attention to alarming activities involving individuals linked to Elon Musk’s initiative, commonly referred to as the Department of Government Efficiency. These…
Recent findings by security firm NowSecure have raised significant concerns about the security practices of certain applications. Thomas Reed, the staff product manager for Mac endpoint detection and response at Huntress, highlighted that the practice of disabling App Transport Security (ATS) presents serious risks. In an online interview, Reed emphasized…
