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 […]
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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, […]
“What happens to Heroes ?” EPISODE #2: The Unsung Heroes of the digital world by Didier Annet
The Psychological Impacts of Cyberattacks This is the second episode of a story related to individuals who, in a matter of moments, transition from “employees” to “rescuers” in the immediate aftermath of a destructive cyberattack. What I will call the “Heroes” Which role within a company can become a Hero? And why? “The fact is, […]
Securing the Future: Innovative Cybersecurity for Agentic AI by Shantanu Bhattacharya
Agentic AI is when autonomous AI agents make decisions and execute tasks. It’s poised to revolutionize industries. But with this power comes new cybersecurity challenges. This blog explores the deployment architectures of agentic AI solutions and identifies key attack vectors, offering a glimpse into innovative cybersecurity defenses. Agentic AI Deployment Architecture Agentic AI systems typically […]
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 […]
“What Happens to Heroes?” – EPISODE #1: The Unsung Heroes of the Digital World by Didier Annet
The Psychological Impacts of Cyberattacks This is the first episode of a story related to individuals who, in a matter of moments, transition from “employees” to “rescuers” in the immediate aftermath of a destructive cyberattack. What I Will Call the “Heroes” But what is a Hero in the context of a cyberattack? And why should […]
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 […]
The Cost of Silence: Enhancing Cyber Safety to Address Domestic Violence’s Impact on Women’s Employment and Education
Last Friday, I attended the launch of The Cost of Domestic Violence to Women’s Employment and Education at the University of Technology Sydney. Written by the renowned researcher and writer Anne Summers, this report lays bare how domestic violence and coercive control disrupts women’s financial independence and long-term security. The event also featured a dynamic […]