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, […]
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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, […]
Fostering Australia’s Autonomy: The Imperative for Sovereign Satellite Communication Systems
Inspired by recent movements in Europe, where tech giants like Airbus have advocated for a sovereign fund to support local technology sectors, this article explores Australia’s strategic need to develop sovereign satellite communication systems. As digital connectivity becomes increasingly crucial, the time to fortify our independence and security is now. The Strategic Need for Sovereign […]
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 […]
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 […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 126
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 ransoms, leading to severe disruptions across multiple sectors. The widespread […]