Data Breaches Expose Vulnerabilities in Location Data Industry A significant data breach has recently come to light involving Gravy Analytics, a prominent player in the location data industry and the parent company of Venntel. The breach reportedly compromises sensitive location data harvested from smartphones, potentially affecting millions of individuals whose…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Addressing Cybersecurity and Privacy Risks Associated with Autonomous Agents Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • January 13, 2025 Google was one of several technology leaders announcing agentic AI solutions late last year. (Image: Shutterstock) The adoption of artificial intelligence is accelerating as…
Understanding Recent Cybersecurity Incidents: A Weekly Overview This week in cybersecurity highlights the ongoing challenges faced by organizations across various sectors. The frequency and severity of cyberattacks remain a critical concern, with various entities falling victim to sophisticated tactics employed by malicious actors. In this report, we delve into notable…
In recent legislative developments, a new law has emerged that categorizes the distribution, maintenance, and updating of certain applications, including their source code, as “unlawful.” This law aims to restrict entities from enabling the continued operation of applications like TikTok within the United States. Specific provisions include barring app stores,…
On Wednesday, security researcher Wladimir Palant exposed significant violations of Google Chrome’s extension submission policies. These policies, designed to protect users, explicitly prohibit third-party developers from manipulating the presentation and ranking of their extensions in the Chrome Web Store. Specifically, Google’s guidelines disallow practices such as duplicating extensions that serve…
Cyberhaven Extension Compromise Highlights Risks of Spear Phishing Attacks In a recent incident that underscores the vulnerabilities of browser extensions, a spear phishing campaign targeted developers of the Cyberhaven extension, leading to the deployment of a malicious update. A link embedded in a phishing email directed a Cyberhaven developer to…
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…
A recent report from Domo has revealed that the number of internet users worldwide has soared to an unprecedented 5.52 billion, indicating a significant shift in digital engagement as artificial intelligence (AI) technologies begin to disrupt established online platforms. This change raises questions about the future of major internet players…
Cybersecurity Highlights: A Review of Key Incidents and Trends in 2023 As 2023 came to a conclusion, the cybersecurity landscape remained dominated by data breaches and significant incidents, notably highlighted by the massive Change Healthcare breach. This event overshadowed numerous others, underscoring the persistent vulnerabilities organizations face in the digital…
