Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime US Cyber Defense Agency Aids in Investigation of Major Cyber Incident Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 6, 2025 Chinese-linked hackers targeted the Department of Treasury through a third-party contractor, BeyondTrust. (Image: Shutterstock) The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is currently…
NEWS BRIEF Over the recent weekend, it has been reported that the Chinese state-sponsored hacking group known as Salt Typhoon has allegedly targeted several telecommunications companies in the United States, including Charter Communications, Consolidated Communications, and Windstream. This comes on the heels of prior attacks against other major service providers…
Ransomware Attack on Fraunhofer Institute: A Rising Threat A significant cybersecurity breach has unfolded at the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering (IAO) in Stuttgart, Germany. Late December 2024, this respected research institution experienced a sophisticated attack, attributed to an obscure ransomware group. Known for its advancements in industrial engineering and…
Surge in Cyber Attacks Highlight Vulnerabilities Across Industries in 2024 In 2024, a notable uptick in sophisticated cyber attacks has emerged, impacting crucial sectors such as healthcare, finance, telecommunications, and governmental services. Noteworthy incidents involve severe ransomware and supply chain attacks, revealing critical vulnerabilities that businesses and institutions must address…
Governance & Risk Management, IT Risk Management, Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VA/PT) Amit Yoran Passes Away After Brief Battle with Cancer Michael Novinson ( @MichaelNovinson) • January 4, 2025 On January 4, 2025, Amit Yoran, a prominent figure in the cybersecurity industry and the CEO of Tenable, passed away…
New Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules Mandate Enhanced Data Security Measures for Companies In a significant move to bolster data privacy in India, businesses are now required to adopt stringent data security protocols in response to the recently unveiled draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) rules. Key measures such…
Atos Denies Breach Amid Ransomware Allegations The French technology company Atos has refuted claims made by the ransomware group known as Space Bears, stating that its internal systems were not compromised. In a statement released on January 3, the struggling IT service provider emphasized that no internal infrastructure was breached,…
India Advances Data Protection Framework Amid Cybersecurity Challenges In an age defined by rapid digital transformation, India has positioned itself at the forefront of safeguarding personal data, recognizing the growing importance of establishing a secure and accountable digital environment. The Indian government has taken significant steps in this direction, launching…
As we advance into the coming months, the cybersecurity landscape is experiencing swift changes, particularly due to the rising incorporation of AI in executing cyberattacks. These AI-enabled strikes are being recognized for their high effectiveness, with reported success rates hitting up to 80%. This level of precision renders them enticing…
