Meta’s Battle Against Scam Ads: Insights from Former Executive In 2019, billionaire Dutch television producer John de Mol initiated legal action against Facebook, alleging the platform’s negligence in preventing scammers from misusing his likeness in fraudulent advertisements. In response, Facebook dispatched Rob Leathern to Amsterdam to engage with de Mol’s…
The Rise of Supply Chain Attacks: A Growing Concern for Businesses In 2021, the cybersecurity landscape was notably defined by a surge in supply chain attacks. These incidents occur when cybercriminals compromise third-party software components to infiltrate downstream applications. High-profile breaches such as those involving SolarWinds, Kaseya, and Codecov have…
Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Governance & Risk Management Google Issues Warning on Emerging Cyber Threats Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya), David Perera (@daveperera) • November 4, 2025 Image: Shutterstock/ISMG A recent report from Google highlights critical vulnerabilities in the virtualization technology that supports modern IT frameworks, calling attention…
On Wednesday, threat intelligence researchers from Google provided an update on four active zero-day vulnerabilities affecting Chrome, Safari, and Internet Explorer, all of which have been exploited by threat actors in various campaigns this year. This report highlights a concerning trend where three of the vulnerabilities were developed by commercial…
In today’s interconnected world, smartphones have become indispensable tools, playing critical roles in various daily activities, from food delivery to medical appointments. However, the increasing reliance on these devices raises urgent concerns about their security vulnerabilities. Recent findings from Oversecured, a cybersecurity startup, underscore the profound risks associated with mobile…
Significant changes are coming to Gmail’s security protocols. dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Updated on November 3 with additional reports regarding compromised Gmail passwords and updated recommendations for users regarding password management. While numerous claims of widespread Gmail password leaks have circulated recently, Google has reassured users that no immediate…
Data Security Second Round of Layoffs Since 2022 Follows $150 Million Email Security Acquisition Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • October 29, 2025 Varonis has announced a reduction of its workforce by 5%, translating to approximately 120 employees, amid concerns over declining renewal rates in its on-premise subscription model. This decision comes…
Google has reported the identification of a zero-day vulnerability within the SQLite open-source database engine, utilizing its large language model (LLM)-assisted framework known as Big Sleep (formerly Project Naptime). This discovery marks a significant milestone as the first real-world vulnerability unveiled through the application of an artificial intelligence (AI) agent.…
In a recent development, Google has dismissed assertions of a widespread hack affecting millions of Gmail accounts, clarifying that the actual number of impacted users is significantly lower and that media coverage has exaggerated the situation. The company attributes these claims to misinformation propagated by sources lacking a comprehensive understanding…
