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…
In a critical intervention just before a significant contract was set to expire, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) of the United States extended funding for the essential Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures Program (CVE). This software-vulnerability-tracking initiative, managed by the nonprofit MITRE, serves as a cornerstone for global cybersecurity,…
The Common Vulnerability and Exposures (CVE) repository, a cornerstone of information security, has recently faced a precarious situation concerning its future. The CVE program, which has provided essential vulnerability information for over 25 years, found itself on the brink of suspension as its contract with the US Department of Homeland…
Governance & Risk Management, IT Risk Management, Patch Management Board Members Announce Launch of ‘CVE Foundation’ to Secure Program’s Future Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • April 16, 2025 Board members of the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures program, previously managed by Mitre, have launched the CVE Foundation to secure the program’s…
Government, Industry Specific Staff Contemplate Deferred Resignation and Payout Options as Deadline Approaches Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • April 14, 2025 CISA faces potential loss of a third of its workforce due to planned cuts. (Image: U.S. Department of Homeland Security) The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is facing…
In this week’s cybersecurity newsletter, we delve into recent developments and critical issues shaping the digital security landscape. As cyber threats evolve, so does the necessity for effective countermeasures. This edition focuses on notable trends, including sophisticated ransomware schemes and the increasing prevalence of state-sponsored cyber activities that pose significant…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Government, Industry Specific State and Local Election Offices Confront Rising Cyber Threats Amid Federal Budget Cuts Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • March 27, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Recent federal budget cuts allocated to U.S. cybersecurity initiatives have significantly heightened the vulnerability of state and local election offices to increasing…
During a time of increasing uncertainty surrounding federal cyber resources, particularly under the current Trump administration, cybersecurity experts emphasize the urgent need for states to bolster their support for healthcare entities and other critical infrastructure sectors. Mike Hamilton, the field Chief Information Security Officer at Lumifi Cyber, articulated his concerns,…
Emerging Threats: Rise of a Violent Splinter Group and Cybersecurity Concerns Recent intelligence reports have shed light on a troubling trend regarding a splinter group affiliated with the extensive 764 crime network, known as "No Lives Matter." This organization has been implicated in various violent activities including stabbings, firebombings, shootings,…
