Oct 19, 2024 In recent news, there have been several cybersecurity-related topics that caught my attention. First, there is a concern about WordPress being at war, with millions of websites hanging in the balance due to a battle erupting between WordPress’s emperor, Matt Mullenweg, and WP Engine. Additionally, there is
Oct 18, 2024 I just heard some concerning news about Russia’s GRU intelligence agency recruiting cybercriminals to support its war effort in Ukraine. Evidence suggests that Russia’s strategy to harness cybercriminal resources has evolved, with direct acquisition of people from the criminal talent pool. This is a worrisome development, as
Oct 17, 2024 Today’s cybersecurity news covers a range of important updates and developments. UpGuard has achieved top rankings and recognition, along with releasing new product updates. However, the most pressing issue is the report from China alleging the US framing other countries for espionage operations, which could have serious
Oct 16, 2024 Email 1: Cisco Data Breach Investigation and Cyber Security News Cisco is currently investigating a possible data breach after threat actor IntelBroker claimed to have stolen data and is selling it on a hacking forum. The breach allegedly occurred on June 10, 2024, and reportedly involves a
Oct 15, 2024 I just heard about a disruptive cyber campaign targeting Moldova’s upcoming elections. It looks like a pro-Kremlin disinformation cluster has been uncovered, using fake accounts to post content in Russian that criticized the country’s current president and pro-EU politicians. The network was also offering money, food, and
Oct 14, 2024 I’ve been following the news this week and there’s a lot of talk about the impact of artificial intelligence on different aspects of our lives. One of the big concerns that’s come up is the environmental impact of AI technology, and the potential harm it could cause.
Oct 13, 2024 I recently came across a concerning report about police departments using facial recognition technology without disclosing it in cases of false arrests, raising questions about the reliability and potential bias of the technology. This lack of transparency is a serious issue that needs immediate attention to ensure
Oct 12, 2024 Today’s news brings to light several urgent cybersecurity issues, including the need to replace hackable traffic lights in the Netherlands to prevent potential accidents and traffic disruptions. There have also been reports of data breaches, cyberattacks on Russia’s judicial system, and the manipulation of cryptocurrency markets. Of
Oct 11, 2024 I just heard about a significant cybersecurity issue with the messaging app Telegram. It seems that criminal organizations in Southeast Asia are using the app for illegal activities, including cyber-enabled fraud, illegal gambling, money laundering, and the sale of malware and stolen data. The use of cryptocurrencies
Oct 10, 2024 In recent news, the European Council has adopted a new sanctions framework to counter Russia’s hybrid attacks against EU member states, expanding the type of actions the EU can leverage sanctions against the Russian government, organizations, and individuals involved in cyber warfare and disinformation. This move addresses