Apr 19, 2025

I just heard some concerning news about cyber harassment and doxing campaigns orchestrated by the Royal Thai Armed Forces and Royal Thai Police against anti-government dissidents. The leaked documents revealed a joint “cyber team” behind the JUICYJAM campaign, targeting dissidents on social media platforms with little intervention from the platforms themselves. This highlights the urgent need for stronger regulations and enforcement to protect individuals’ rights and privacy.

In Poland, cyberattacks are escalating as the presidential election approaches, with Russian cyberattacks raising interference concerns. Data breaches, DDoS attacks, and fines for security lapses are also on the rise, underscoring the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and prompt action to safeguard individuals and organizations. The exploitation of vulnerabilities like zero-days in iOS and NTLM bug in Windows pose significant threats to user privacy and data security.

Recent discussions surrounding Trump’s order targeting Chris Krebs, the former head of CISA, indicate attempts to suppress dissent within the cybersecurity industry. The vulnerability of global critical infrastructure, including submarine cables and services from tech giants, raises questions about the security of such systems. Experts warn about Russia’s use of LLM ‘grooming’ to spread misinformation in AI models and the challenges posed by phishing scams, doxxing, and manipulation of mobile signaling data globally.

The involvement of Palantir in data hunting for ICE targets, evolving tactics of ransomware groups like Interlock, and the Madhya Pradesh “digital arrest” fraud underscore the ongoing cybersecurity challenges faced globally. Cybersecurity startups like Exaforce and initiatives like the Safe Artificial Intelligence Fund aim to enhance AI safety and security. Data breaches affecting major US supermarket chains and airport retail companies emphasize the critical need for immediate attention to strengthen cybersecurity measures and prevent further breaches.

Stay Well!