Title: Unveiling North Korea’s Covert Cyber Capability: Navigating the Threat Landscape In a recent development that underscores the growing complexity of global cybersecurity threats, cybersecurity experts have brought to light the clandestine operations of North Korea’s secretive IT army. This revelation focuses on the regime’s utilization of advanced cyber tactics…
Significant Cybersecurity Breaches of 2024: An Analysis As we approach the end of 2024, it is essential for businesses to remain vigilant about cybersecurity, especially given the alarming rise in data breaches and cyberattacks this year. While utilizing a robust Virtual Private Network (VPN) and maintaining unique passwords for each…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Chinese Hackers Maintain Extensive Access to U.S. Telecommunications Systems Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 27, 2024 Negligent cybersecurity practices provided entry points for Salt Typhoon hackers targeting U.S. telecom networks. (Image: Shutterstock) U.S. officials have confirmed that a ninth…
Cybersecurity Breaches in 2024: A Year of Alarming Vulnerabilities and Evolving Threats In 2024, the field of cybersecurity became a focal point as noted cases of unprecedented sophistication and destructive capability emerged, emphasizing the vulnerabilities present in our rapidly digitalizing world. High-profile incidents, ranging from ransomware assaults that incapacitated essential…
HIPAA/HITECH, Standards, Regulations & Compliance HHS Proposes New Encryption and Cybersecurity Standards for Healthcare Organizations Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 27, 2024 Recent high-profile breaches have targeted sensitive healthcare data. (Image: Shutterstock) The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is intensifying its digital security measures in response to…
Recent weeks have witnessed a notable evolution in the narrative surrounding online espionage, particularly between the United States and China. Historically, Western entities have consistently attributed cyberattacks on vital infrastructure to state-sponsored actors from China, aimed at pilfering trade secrets, intellectual property, and sensitive information. However, the tides have turned…
Geo Focus: Australia, Geo-Specific, Standards, Regulations & Compliance 2024 Sees Increased Government Mandates on Cybersecurity in Australia Jayant Chakravarti (@JayJay_Tech) • December 26, 2024 Inside Parliament in Canberra, Australia. (Image: Shutterstock) In 2024, Australia implemented a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity laws and regulations to bolster its defenses following significant breaches…
Critical Infrastructure Security Federal ‘Rip-and-Replace’ Program Receives Financial Support in Defense Legislation Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 26, 2024 Experts indicate the FCC rip-and-replace initiative has encountered a $3 billion funding deficit necessary to eliminate associated threats. (Image: Shutterstock) The U.S. telecom sector is poised to benefit from a federal…
Gartner has introduced the Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) framework, a strategic tool designed to guide organizations of varying sizes and maturity levels in tackling contemporary cybersecurity challenges. This framework emphasizes the ongoing assessment of the accessibility, exposure, and exploitability of an organization’s assets. Gartner forecasts that companies that adopt…
