The rapid progression of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to the emergence of deepfake technology, which is becoming a formidable threat in the realm of cybersecurity. Utilizing AI to alter images and videos, deepfakes are increasingly exploited for nefarious reasons, such as misinformation, identity fraud, and sophisticated social engineering attacks.…
Experts Warn of Cybersecurity Risks from HHS Workforce Cuts During Congressional Testimony Marianne Kolbasuk McGee ( HealthInfoSec) • April 1, 2025 Industry experts testify before the House Energy and Commerce Committee. From left to right: Dr. Christian Dameff, Erik Decker, Michelle Jump, Greg Garcia, Kevin Fu. (Image: U.S. Congress)…
Ed. note: This article is part of the ongoing series, Cybersecurity: Tips From the Trenches, produced by our partners at Sensei Enterprises, a specialized provider of IT, cybersecurity, and digital forensics services. Recent headlines have once again highlighted the pervasive issue of data breaches, with a major incident reported by…
Introduction The emergence of Agentic AI has become a central topic in discussions around artificial intelligence. The shift towards autonomous AI agents is poised to mark a transformative breakthrough akin to what Generative AI brought to traditional AI frameworks. Unlike their predecessors, which mainly provided analytical support and recommendations, Agentic…
In a perplexing development that has raised eyebrows in the academic and cybersecurity communities, Xiaofeng Wang, a distinguished computer scientist at Indiana University, has seemingly vanished from public view. Wang, who has dedicated the past two decades to advancing knowledge in cryptography, privacy, and cybersecurity, has had his university profile,…
Hamza Tariq: A Pillar in Cybersecurity Solutions Hamza Tariq serves as a Senior Solutions Engineer at CyberArk, boasting a robust 20-year career focused on Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity and Access Management (IAM), and the broader cybersecurity landscape. His expertise lies in key areas including Cloud Security, Just-in-Time Access, Securing…
The healthcare sector remains significantly exposed to cybersecurity threats due to the vast amounts of sensitive data it manages. Among this data, Protected Health Information (PHI) is considered some of the most delicate and highly coveted. Recent years illustrate that data breaches can have far-reaching, expensive consequences, potentially disrupting patient…
Understanding the Risks of Personal Data Exposure in Today’s Digital Landscape As users access websites, they are often prompted to input their login credentials, many times with an option to save this information for convenience. While this feature provides ease of access, it poses significant security risks by storing usernames…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware, Video Also: Rapid7’s Boardroom Shake-Up, China’s Tactical Shift in Cyber Operations Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • March 28, 2025 Clockwise, from top left: Anna Delaney, Mathew Schwartz, Michael Novinson, and Tony Morbin. In this week’s analysis, ISMG editors delve into the contrasting strategies of ransomware attacks,…
