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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Information Security News Ghost Ransomware Targets Orgs in 70+ CountriesDark Reading by Elizabeth MontalbanoGhost ransomware continues to pose a significant threat globally, now targeting organisations in over 70 countries. This ransomware variant is particularly insidious due to its ability to encrypt data swiftly and demand …
In a recent feature from (In)Securities, Bill Toulas of BleepingComputer highlighted an emerging cyber threat known as “syncjacking.” This method exploits the synchronization features of browsers like Chrome to hijack user sessions across devices. By seducing users into installing malicious extensions, attackers gain access to …
Introduction In today’s interconnected world, the importance of digital rights cannot be overstated. While the European Union is making commendable strides in this arena, Australia stands at a pivotal juncture to assert its leadership in championing online freedom. The nation’s commitment to democratic values, coupled …
Information Security News: Federal Judge Tightens DOGE Leash Over Critical Treasury Payment System AccessThe Register by Brandon Vigliarolo and Jessica LyonA federal judge has mandated stricter regulatory oversight on the integration of Dogecoin (DOGE) within the U.S. Treasury’s critical payment systems, following concerns about the …
Information Security News: TSA’s Airport Facial-Recog Tech Faces Audit ProbeThe Register by Brandon VigliaroloThe U.S. Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) facial recognition program is under audit by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) due to concerns over privacy, data security, and potential biases. The audit will assess …
