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White House Cyber Chief Calls for Offensive Action Against Cyber Threats

Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Events, Fraud Management & Cybercrime National Security Council’s Bulazel Advocates for Reset of Cyber Norms Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • May 2, 2025 In a decisive address, a senior cybersecurity official from the Trump administration highlighted the necessity for the United States to adopt offensive cyber operations…

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Experts Report Minimal Advances Following Significant Chinese Telecom Hack

Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Salt Typhoon Highlights Significant Vulnerabilities in Telecom Networks: Minimal Progress Reported Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • April 30, 2025     Experts caution that U.S. telecoms remain unable to detect breaches linked to China in real time. (Image: Shutterstock) Recent…

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CISA Faces Challenges Amid Rising Employee Exodus and Workforce Buyout Issues

Government, Industry Specific Cybersecurity Agency Refutes Claims of Imminent Buyout Deadlines Amid Workforce Concerns Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • April 25, 2025 False buyout claims unsettle CISA as staffing reductions and leadership departures accelerate. (Image: Shutterstock) The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has officially dismissed recent reports suggesting an impending…

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CISA Halts Use of VirusTotal and Censys, Indicating Possible Challenges for Cyber Defense Initiatives

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the U.S. government body responsible for securing the nation’s vital infrastructure, announced a significant policy change. Effective April 20, 2025, CISA will prohibit its threat hunting team from using VirusTotal, a popular tool in the cybersecurity arsenal. This decision aligns with CISA’s evolving…

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Senior CISA Advisors Depart as Federal Downsizing Takes Shape

Government, Industry Specific Senior Advisers Depart CISA Amid Workforce Reductions, Impacting ‘Secure by Design’ Initiative Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • April 22, 2025 Recent resignations from CISA may signal turbulent times for the agency’s cybersecurity efforts. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is experiencing a significant transition as a number…

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Whistleblower Revelations Uncover DOGE’s Cybersecurity Lapses

DOGE Staffers Allegedly Breach Federal Cybersecurity Protocols and Data Privacy Laws A recent whistleblower complaint has raised significant concerns regarding the cybersecurity practices within the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). According to the allegations, DOGE employees have reportedly circumvented essential federal cybersecurity protocols and data privacy regulations by manipulating access…

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