Information Security News Autonomous, GenAI-Driven Attacker Platform Enters the ChatDark Reading – Elizabeth Montalbano EncryptHub’s dual life: Cybercriminal vs Windows bug-bounty researcherBleepingComputer – Bill Toulas Voluntary ‘Pall Mall Process’ seeks to curb spyware abusesCyberscoop – Tim Starks That massive GitHub supply chain attack? It all started with a stolen SpotBugs tokenThe Register – Jessica Lyons […]
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Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 136
Information Security News Italian government approved use of spyware on members of refugee NGO, MPs told The Guardian by Angela Giuffrida & Stephanie KirchgaessnerItalian lawmakers have been informed that spyware was authorised against members of a refugee NGO, sparking fierce backlash over potential human rights violations. Critics argue this blurs the line between national security […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 135
Information Security News US Weakens Disinformation Defenses, as Russia & China Ramp Up Dark Reading by Robert LemosAs geopolitical tensions escalate, the US has notably reduced its efforts to combat disinformation, especially from key adversaries like Russia and China. This rollback occurs despite increasing efforts by these nations to spread misinformation aimed at influencing global […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 134
Information Security News Judge blocks Elon Musk’s Doge from accessing social security records The Guardian by Guardian Staff & AgenciesA federal judge has issued a restraining order preventing Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) from accessing Social Security Administration (SSA) records, citing privacy concerns and potential data misuse. The lawsuit, filed by advocacy groups, […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 133
Information Security News Microsoft: New RAT Malware Used for Crypto Theft, Reconnaissance BleepingComputer by Sergiu GatlanMicrosoft has identified a new form of RAT (Remote Access Trojan) malware that is being used for cryptocurrency theft and detailed reconnaissance of infected systems. This sophisticated malware targets digital wallets and can extract a wide array of sensitive information, […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 132
Information Security News Elon Musk’s Starlink Could Be Used to Transmit Australian Election Voting Results The Guardian by Josh TaylorThe Guardian reports that Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink, is being considered as a potential method to transmit voting results in Australian elections. This proposal aims to leverage Starlink’s extensive network to ensure reliable and […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 131
Information Security News EU Looks to Tech Sovereignty with EuroStack Amid Trade War Biometric Update by Masha BorakThe European Union is making significant strides towards tech sovereignty with the development of EuroStack, a comprehensive technology initiative aimed at reducing dependence on foreign tech giants amid ongoing trade tensions. This ambitious project seeks to bolster the […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 130
Information Security News House Passes Bill Requiring Federal Contractors to Implement Vulnerability Disclosure Policies SecurityWeek by Eduard KovacsThe U.S. House of Representatives has recently passed a bill that mandates federal contractors to establish vulnerability disclosure policies. This legislative move aims to strengthen the security of federal digital assets by ensuring that vulnerabilities are systematically reported […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 129
Information Security News Latin American Orgs Face 40% More Attacks Than Global Average Dark Reading by Nate NelsonOrganisations in Latin America are experiencing a surge in cyberattacks, facing 40% more incidents than the global average. This alarming trend underscores the unique cybersecurity challenges in the region, exacerbated by rapid digital transformation and targeted attacks by […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 127
Flaw found in stalkerware apps, exposing millions of people. Here’s how to find out if your phone is being spied uponBitdefender by Graham Cluley A significant security flaw discovered in stalkerware apps has exposed millions to potential spying, significantly compromising user privacy. This vulnerability allows unauthorised access to personal data, raising serious concerns about the […]