As the United States intensifies efforts to eliminate Chinese influence from its telecommunications networks, Jessica Rosenworcel, the outgoing Democratic chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), emphasizes the necessity for robust oversight in the telecommunications sector. This call for vigilance comes in light of the recent “Salt Typhoon” hacking campaign,…
Cybersecurity Alert: New Spear Phishing Campaign Linked to Russian Group Recent revelations from Microsoft’s Threat Intelligence teams uncover a significant spear phishing campaign targeting WhatsApp accounts, attributed to the Russian hacker group known as Star Blizzard. This campaign reportedly commenced in October 2023 and has persisted into August 2024, raising…
Title: Human Element Continues to Drive Data Breaches: Insights for Business Owners Recent studies reveal that approximately 70% of data breaches can be traced back to human factors, underscoring the critical need for organizations to protect their most valuable assets: their employees, finances, and data. As cybercriminals increasingly target human…
GoDaddy, a well-established web hosting provider trusted by millions for their website needs, faces significant scrutiny following recent security failures that have captured the attention of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Known for empowering small businesses in their digital pursuits, the company’s security measures have reportedly fallen short, putting customer…
GoDaddy Faces FTC Directive for Enhanced Cybersecurity Measures The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that the web hosting provider GoDaddy enhance its cybersecurity protocols following a settlement over allegations of inadequate data protection. This move underscores increasing concerns about cybersecurity among businesses that rely on web hosting services,…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Encryption & Key Management, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Administration Officials Highlight Bipartisan Nature of Executive Order Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 16, 2025 The executive order may face implementation challenges due to its timing amid a transition of power in Washington. (Image: Shutterstock) On…
Fortinet, a notable player in the American cybersecurity landscape, is currently in the spotlight due to alarming reports suggesting that it may have inadvertently exposed its customers to a serious cyber risk. This situation escalated when Arctic Wolf, a competing firm, publicly disclosed the details of the threat, igniting a…
Title: Major Vulnerabilities Uncovered in VPN Solutions: A Call for Zero Trust Adoption In recent developments, the cybersecurity sector has been rocked by critical vulnerabilities discovered in leading virtual private network (VPN) solutions provided by two significant vendors. These findings have illuminated the inherent weaknesses in conventional VPN architectures and…
In a recent advisory, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology of the United Kingdom alerted the public, particularly in developed countries, to the risks associated with internet-connected devices, including consumer electronics designed for pleasure and smart toys. This warning follows an extensive study that uncovered significant vulnerabilities in such…
