Information Security News Thai authorities detain four Europeans in ransomware crackdown Cyberscoop by Greg OttoIn a coordinated operation, Thai authorities arrested four European nationals in Phuket, suspected of orchestrating Phobos ransomware attacks. The individuals allegedly extorted approximately $16 million in Bitcoin from over 1,000 victims globally. The operation, codenamed “Phobos Aetor,” involved raids across multiple […]
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Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 123
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 cryptocurrency’s potential to disrupt financial stability. This decision introduces a […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 122
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 how biometric data is collected, stored, and shared, and whether […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 121
Information Security News: US Cyber Agency’s Future Role in Elections Remains Murky Under the Trump Administration Security Week via Associated PressThe role of the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in safeguarding elections is increasingly uncertain under the Trump administration. While CISA played a key role in securing previous elections, its future involvement remains […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 120
Information Security News US freezes foreign aid, halting cybersecurity defence and policy funds for alliesThe Register by Jessica LyonsRead more here The U.S. government has frozen foreign aid, including funds allocated to support allies’ cybersecurity defense and policy initiatives. This unexpected move could leave critical infrastructure in allied nations vulnerable, as many rely on U.S. […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 119
Information Security News Google Cloud Links Poor Credentials to Nearly Half of All Cloud-Based AttacksBy Matt Kapko, Cybersecurity DiveRead moreGoogle Cloud has reported that nearly half of all cloud-based cyberattacks can be traced back to weak or compromised credentials. Attackers frequently exploit poor password hygiene and misconfigured access controls to infiltrate cloud environments, leading to […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 118
Welcome to Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 118, your comprehensive source for the latest cybersecurity news, in-depth analysis, and insights from the global cyber community. This issue highlights the latest developments, critical vulnerabilities, and expert analysis to keep you informed about the ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity. We’re proud to feature contributions from CyAN members, updates on […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 117
Note: due to the volume of posts, and availability of resources, the web version of these digests will move to a simpler format until further notice. Information Security News Analysis Events (CyAN-Organized or -Supported): AI Global Everything will be held from 4th to 6th February 2025 in Dubai, U.A.E. GITEX AFRICA, Marrakesh, Morocco: 14 – […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 116
Contents: News ANALYSIS CyAN Member Op Eds and Articles Events News: Microsoft Cracks Down on Malicious Copilot AI Use | Dark Reading by Kristina Beek https://www.darkreading.com/application-security/microsoft-cracks-down-malicious-copilot-ai-use Microsoft has announced stricter measures to address the misuse of its AI-powered Copilot tool, following reports of malicious applications. The crackdown includes enhanced safeguards to prevent the tool from […]
Cyber (In)Securities – Issue 115 – Holiday Edition
Contents: News STATISTICS & INSIGHTS powered by Evisec CyAN Member Op Eds and Articles The Year in Focus: A Look Back at 2024 and Ahead to 2025 Events News: Does Desktop AI Come With a Side of Risk? https://www.darkreading.com/application-security/does-desktop-ai-risk The rise of desktop AI tools is revolutionising workflows but introduces substantial security risks. Attackers can […]