CNBC's Ylan Mui reports that Amazon is seeking depositions from President Trump, Defense Secretary Mark Esper and former Defense Secretary James Mattis as part of its JEDI case. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Amazon wants…
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Amazon seeks to depose Trump, Esper and Mattis in JEDI case
CNBC's Ylan Mui reports that Amazon is seeking depositions from President Trump, Defense Secretary Mark Esper and former Defense Secretary James Mattis as part of its JEDI case. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Amazon seeks…
Four Chinese military members indicted by US prosecutors over Equifax breach
CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on the indictment of four Chinese military members for the 2017 breach at Equifax. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Four Chinese military members indicted by US prosecutors over Equifax breach
Justice Department indicts four members of China’s military for Equifax hack
The U.S. Justice Department announced Monday that it has indicted four members of China's military for the cyberattack against credit ratings agency Equifax in 2017. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Justice Department indicts four members…
Congressional watchdog slams Homeland Security over election security prep
A leading federal watchdog agency has admonished the Department of Homeland Security for its lack of election security preparation, with the 2020 presidential primary season already underway. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Congressional watchdog slams…
Obama response to 2016 Russian election meddling had ‘many flaws,’ Senate report finds
The Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday issued its long-awaited report on how former President Barack Obama handled Russian meddling in the 2016 election. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Obama response to 2016 Russian election meddling…
Iowa caucus debacle is one of the most stunning tech failures ever
The Iowa Democrats were using an application made by a partisan progressive start-up named Shadow Inc., managed by a nonprofit investment company called Acronym. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iowa caucus debacle is one of…
Iowa caucus debacle is one of the most stunning IT failures ever
Iowa caucus debacle is one of the most stunning IT resiliency failures ever Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iowa caucus debacle is one of the most stunning IT failures ever
Watch CNBC’s full interview with Affirm CEO Max Levchin
Max Levchin, PayPal founder and Affirm CEO, joins "Squawk Alley" to discuss Facebook's Libra, a possible Affirm IPO and more. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Watch CNBC’s full interview with Affirm CEO Max Levchin
How to stop police from asking for videos from your Amazon Ring doorbell
Amazon recently updated the Ring doorbell app with an option that lets you stop police departments from requesting video from your doorbell. Here's how to use it. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: How to stop…
Big Tech faces high-stakes test with Iowa caucuses
Tech companies have recently ramped up their efforts to combat misinformation, especially for content related to the election. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Big Tech faces high-stakes test with Iowa caucuses
5G part of our core plan, Tele2 CEO says
Anders Nilsson, CEO of Tele2, discusses the company's earnings and its 5G strategy. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: 5G part of our core plan, Tele2 CEO says
A cyberattack known as e-skimming is getting more common with the rise of online shopping
Skimmers, or hidden devices designed to steal credit card information, have long been a threat for consumers at the gas pump or ATM. Now, skimming has gone high tech. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: A…
E-skimming is getting more common with the rise of online shopping
Skimming credit card information from ATMs and gas pumps has now gone digital with criminals stealing info from online transactions. Millions of consumers already have been hit, according to the FBI. CNBC's Rahel Solomon reports. Advertise on IT Security…
FBI warns of new online threat to personal, credit card information
Devices that skim credit card information from ATMs and gas pumps are now stealing info from online transactions. Millions of consumers already have been hit, according to the FBI. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: FBI…
Ashley Madison cyber-breach: 5 years later, users are being targeted with ‘sextortion’ scams
The 2015 Ashley Madison breach hit people with corporate and government email addresses, which could make them particularly vulnerable to bribery. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Ashley Madison cyber-breach: 5 years later, users are being…
Here’s how cybercriminals gain access to customer data through e-skimming
British Airways, Puma, Ticketmaster are just some of the companies that have been recent target of dangerous cyber attacks. CNBC's Rahel Solomon reports. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Here’s how cybercriminals gain access to customer…
Facebook to remove misinformation about the coronavirus
The move comes after the World Health Organization declared a global health emergency over the fast-spreading virus. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Facebook to remove misinformation about the coronavirus
‘Our special relationship is less special’: UK-US bond tested by Britain’s Huawei 5G decision
Britain chose to allow Huawei to participate in parts of its 5G networks, a move that has drawn ire from U.S. politicians. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: ‘Our special relationship is less special’: UK-US bond…
DOJ seeks court approval to stop companies from making robocalls
The U.S. Justice Department announced its first-ever enforcement action against telecommunications companies over robocalls, the agency announced Tuesday. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: DOJ seeks court approval to stop companies from making robocalls
New cyber intelligence platform to boost Dubai’s public-private partnerships
The new Cyber Threat Intelligence Platform will help firms in the Dubai International Financial Center to proactively share information about cyber threats, says Bryan Stirewalt from Dubai Financial Services Authority. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article:…
Hackers took over Twitter accounts for NFL and some teams, including Super Bowl’s 49ers, Chiefs
An organization known as "Our Mine," allegedly based in Saudi Arabia, took responsibility for the attack. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Hackers took over Twitter accounts for NFL and some teams, including Super Bowl’s 49ers,…
Hackers took over Twitter accounts for the NFL and a bunch of teams, including the 49ers and Chiefs
An organization known as "Our Mine," allegedly based in Saudi Arabia, took responsibility for the attack. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Hackers took over Twitter accounts for the NFL and a bunch of teams, including…
Britain is expected to give Huawei a restricted role in its 5G rollout. The US won’t be happy
Huawei could be about to find itself at the center of an intense political rift between Britain and the United States this week. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Britain is expected to give Huawei a…
Kirenaga’s David Scalzo on why one company might be ‘the end of privacy as we know it’
David Scalzo, founder of Kirenaga, joins "Squawk Alley" to discuss how start-up Clearview AI is changing data privacy. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Kirenaga’s David Scalzo on why one company might be ‘the end of…
FDA issues cybersecurity warning on GE medical equipment that monitors patients
The Food and Drug Administration released a warning about a vulnerability in certain electronic health-care data equipment made by General Electric. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: FDA issues cybersecurity warning on GE medical equipment that…
Stephanie Link: Fortinet’s product portfolio has broadened over the years
Stephanie Link, CNBC contributor, breaks down why she chose Fortinet as her Last Chance Trade on "Closing Bell." Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Stephanie Link: Fortinet’s product portfolio has broadened over the years
Geopolitical tensions are high, putting global economy at risk, UN Secretary-General says
The state of global geopolitical tensions is high, and this is having an impact on the global economy, Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, told CNBC at the World Economic Forum at Davos on Thursday. Advertise on IT…
Geopolitical tensions are high and putting global economy at risk, UN Secretary-General says
The state of global geopolitical tensions is high, and this is having an impact on the global economy, Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, told CNBC at the World Economic Forum at Davos on Thursday. Advertise on IT…
Palantir CEO Alex Karp defends his company’s relationship with government agencies
Palantir is a Silicon Valley paradox: Seen as innovative and forward-thinking like its California counterparts, but clandestine and hawkish like its D.C. competitors. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Palantir CEO Alex Karp defends his company’s…
Workday CEO Aneel Bhusri in Davos on his vision for company growth and more
One of the big themes at the World Economic Forum in Davos is artificial intelligence and breakthrough technologies. Aneel Bhusri, CEO of Workday, joins "Squawk Box" to discuss the latest on A.I. and cloud technology. Advertise on IT Security…
Here’s how the Saudis allegedly hacked Jeff Bezos’ phone, and how to protect yourself
The report shows how outsiders can monitor seemingly private phone messages. However, while tools like those described in the report exist, they are costly and rarely used against normal citizens. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article:…
Saudi crown prince reported to be behind Jeff Bezos hack
CNBC's Robert Frank and The Verge's Nilay Patel discuss reports that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman was involved in the hack of Jeff Bezos' phone. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Saudi crown prince reported…
The Verge’s Nilay Patel on Netflix earnings and Apple’s encryption fight
Nilay Patel of The Verge joins "Squawk Alley" to discuss the state of Netflix after the company reported earnings, and Apple's latest spat with the Department of Justice over unlocking iPhones for criminal investigations. Advertise on IT Security News.…
Huawei founder says Chinese giant can ‘survive further attacks’ from US as he predicts escalation
Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei said that the US is "overconcerned" with his company. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Huawei founder says Chinese giant can ‘survive further attacks’ from US as he predicts escalation
Ericsson CEO says there’s ‘no one ahead of us’ on 5G — not even Huawei
Ericsson CEO Borje Ekholm refuted claims that China's Huawei is leading the pack on 5G. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Ericsson CEO says there’s ‘no one ahead of us’ on 5G — not even Huawei
Europe can build 5G network without Huawei, analyst says
Dexter Thillien, senior industry analyst at Fitch Solutions, discusses the political issues surrounding Chinese telecoms giant Huawei. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Europe can build 5G network without Huawei, analyst says
Europe’s privacy overhaul has led to $126 million in fines — but regulators are just getting started
The biggest penalty under GDPR to date was a fine of 50 million euros imposed on Google, according to law firm DLA Piper. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Europe’s privacy overhaul has led to $126…
A popular new sextortion scam tricks victims into thinking their Nest cameras are recording them
Fears over the misuse of internet connected cameras like those made by Nest and Ring has combined with the powerful and simple email scam known as "sextortion." Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: A popular new…
Why Microsoft, Google and Apple want you to ditch your password
Passwords are a very serious and expensive security risk. It's why companies like Microsoft, Apple and Google are trying to reduce our dependence on them. But can these companies break our bad habits? Advertise on IT Security News. Read…
Why companies are willingly paying hackers millions
"Ethical hackers" help companies protect themselves, finding and reporting security vulnerabilities before criminal hackers can break in. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Why companies are willingly paying hackers millions
How hackers are making millions — legally
When most people think about hackers, they think about criminals. But the past decade has seen a rise in a new type of hacker — the "ethical hacker." These men and women use their skills for good by helping companies…
How easy is it to make a deepfake video?
Deepfakes, which are fake videos and images created using computers and machine learning, can be maliciously used to spread disinformation. Good deepfakes can be difficult to detect, posing a risk to companies, employees and consumers alike. CNBC's Grace Shao reports…
Criminals are using ‘Frankenstein identities’ to steal from banks and credit unions
So-called synthetic identity fraud is the fastest-growing financial crime, according to the Federal Reserve, driven in part by lending moving online. It's also one of the hardest to detect. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Criminals…
The fastest-growing form of financial fraud hits banks
CNBC's Kate Rooney reports on synthetic IDs, the fastest-growing form of financial crime hitting banks. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: The fastest-growing form of financial fraud hits banks
Apple position on security ‘exactly correct’, says Roger McNamee
Elevation Partners co-founder Roger McNamee joins "Squawk Alley" to discuss Apple's decision to push back against a DOJ request to unlock devices for law enforcement. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Apple position on security ‘exactly…
Third-party cookies in Chrome have been ‘slightly abused’ by some organizations: CEO
Google's decision to phase out third-party cookies to protect user privacy and refine content is a "positive development" for the industry and is inevitable, says Michel De Rijk from S4 Capital. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete…
Apple pushes back on claim it didn’t help law enforcement in Pensacola shooting investigation
CNBC's Josh Lipton reports on the latest in the battle between Apple and the DOJ over encryption of its iPhones. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Apple pushes back on claim it didn’t help law enforcement…
Microsoft will patch Windows 10 after the NSA quietly told it about a major vulnerability
In the past, the NSA has kept some major vulnerabilities secret in order to use them as part of the U.S. tech arsenal. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Microsoft will patch Windows 10 after the…
Apple refuses government’s request to unlock Pensacola shooting suspect’s iPhones
Apple said it's provided "gigabytes of information" to law enforcement related to the case of the alleged shooter in Pensacola, Florida. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Apple refuses government’s request to unlock Pensacola shooting suspect’s…
Apple refuses Barr’s request to unlock Pensacola shooting suspect’s iPhones
Apple said it's provided "gigabytes of information" to law enforcement related to the case of the alleged shooter in Pensacola, Florida. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Apple refuses Barr’s request to unlock Pensacola shooting suspect’s…
US tells UK using Huawei 5G gear would be ‘nothing short of madness,’ report says
The United States is reported to have presented Britain with new evidence showing the use of Huawei equipment in its 5G networks would put intelligence sharing at risk. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: US tells…
Google Cloud’s Thomas Kurian on the future of cloud and Google
Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, sits down with CNBC's Jon Fortt to discuss what cloud computing could look like going forward and the change of leadership at Google. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Google…
Tech survey shows surging demand for cloud computing
CNBC's Jon Fortt details the latest from CNBC's Technology Executive Council which looked at the strategy of some of tech's biggest players in 2020. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Tech survey shows surging demand for…
Amazon tells users to uninstall a product that PayPal just paid $4 billion for
Honey works through a browser extension known as a "plug-in" that automatically searches for discounts as customers shop on sites like Amazon. A month after PayPal bought it, Amazon is warning users that it could be a "security risk." …
6 ways to protect yourself from an Iranian cyberattack
A top cybersecurity expert offers tips on what companies and local governments can do to help protect themselves against an Iranian cyberattack now that tensions are high in the Middle East. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete…
FCC head Ajit Pai on the expansion of 5G spectrum and Huawei
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai sits down with CNBC's Jon Fortt to discuss the expansion of 5G, the availability of new spectrum, and more. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: FCC head Ajit Pai on the expansion…
Ex-CIA officer sees Iran doing ‘hit-and-run’ cyberattacks — ‘They don’t want us to retaliate’
"They perfectly understand that the U.S. is very powerful and isn't going to tolerate a catastrophic attack," said Carol Rollie Flynn. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Ex-CIA officer sees Iran doing ‘hit-and-run’ cyberattacks — ‘They…
Ex-CIA officer sees Iran doing ‘hit and run’ cyberattacks — ‘They don’t want us to retaliate’
"They perfectly understand that the U.S. is very powerful and isn't going to tolerate a catastrophic attack," said Carol Rollie Flynn. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Ex-CIA officer sees Iran doing ‘hit and run’ cyberattacks…
British banks hit by hacking of foreign exchange firm Travelex
Britain's largest retail banks have been forced to halt processing foreign currency orders after a cyberattack on exchange provider Travelex. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: British banks hit by hacking of foreign exchange firm Travelex
Iran likely has capability to launch a cyberattack, analyst says
Nik Whitfield, CEO and founder of Panaseer, discusses the cyber threat posed by Tehran. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iran likely has capability to launch a cyberattack, analyst says
A security flaw in China’s TikTok app lets hackers use text messages to control accounts
Hackers could take control of TikTok accounts and manipulate the content, upload and delete videos and reveal personal information such as a private email address. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: A security flaw in China’s…
Senator seeks ban on US sharing intelligence with countries using Huawei 5G gear
Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), the lawmaker who introduced the bill, said the U.S. should not share intelligence with countries that "allow an intelligence-gathering arm of the Chinese Communist Party to operate freely within their borders." Advertise on IT Security…
Government-led internet shutdowns cost the global economy $8 billion in 2019, research says
Deliberate internet shutdowns cost the global economy more than $8 billion last year, according to a new report. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Government-led internet shutdowns cost the global economy $8 billion in 2019, research…
Toyota plans to build ‘city of the future’ with housing, robots and autonomous vehicles in Japan
The "Woven City" is planned for a 175-acre site at the base of Mt. Fuji in Japan to test and develop new emerging technologies such as autonomous vehicles. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Toyota plans…
The FBI and Apple are poised for another battle over unlocking iPhones
The FBI wants access to the phone of Mohammad Alshamrani, who is suspected of killing three people in a shooting spree on a Naval base in Pensacola, Fla. on Dec. 6, 2019. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the…
Travelex currency exchange hobbled by week-long ransomware attack
U.K.-based currency exchange company Travelex experienced a ransomware attack that crippled the company's online presence and locations across the U.S., European Union and Asia. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Travelex currency exchange hobbled by week-long…
Cyberattacks are an ‘immediate’ challenge for businesses following Iran strike
Cyberattacks are being pushed to the forefront following the U.S. led strike on one of Iran's top military officials. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Cyberattacks are an ‘immediate’ challenge for businesses following Iran strike
General Wesley Clark: If I were an investor, I’d buckle my seatbelt
General Wesley Clark, former NATO supreme allied commander, discusses the rise of Middle East tensions in wake of U.S. airstrike on "Closing Bell." Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: General Wesley Clark: If I were an…
Iranian hackers are likely planning social engineering and phishing attacks
City governments, agencies and companies from coast to coast are on high alert for ramped up cyber activity possibly emanating from Iran. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iranian hackers are likely planning social engineering and…
Iran’s key cybersecurity threat is ransomware: Former NSA hacker
CNBC's "Power Lunch" team discusses cybersecurity threats from Iran with David Kennedy of president of TrustedSec. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iran’s key cybersecurity threat is ransomware: Former NSA hacker
The US is a soft target for an Iran cyberattack: Morrison and Foerster partner
John Carlin, former DOJ national security division assistant attorney general, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the cyber threat the U.S. could face from Iran. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: The US is a soft target…
Cyberthreats from Iran, others happen ‘all the time behind the scenes,’ Crowdstrike CEO says
Crowdstrike CEO George Kurtz tells CNBC's Jim Cramer it's "certainly a possibility" that Iran will attack businesses after the U.S. killed its top commander. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Cyberthreats from Iran, others happen ‘all…
Crowdstrike CEO: Kinetic and cyber retaliation from Iran ‘certainly a possibility’
Crowdstrike CEO George Kurtz says cyber threats from U.S. adversaries like Iran are common. He tells CNBC's Jim Cramer how the cybersecurity firm fends off attacks. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Crowdstrike CEO: Kinetic and…
Government site attacked by alleged Iranian hackers
CNBC's Contessa Brewer takes a look at the cybersecurity threat Iran poses as tensions rise with the United States. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Government site attacked by alleged Iranian hackers
Iran could conduct cyberattacks as retaliation
CNBC's Kate Fazzini reports on the risks of a cyberattack from Iran on "Closing Bell." Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iran could conduct cyberattacks as retaliation
US businesses could be at risk of an Iran cybersecurity attack
CNBC's Kate Fazzini, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the possible retaliation the U.S. could face from Iran following the death of Iran military commander Qasem Soleimani. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: US businesses could be…
Iran has shown a talent for cyberattacks, and businesses may be a prime target for retaliation
Iran has previously conducted widespread cyberattacks against American businesses in response to U.S. government action, experts told CNBC. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Iran has shown a talent for cyberattacks, and businesses may be a…
Most people will trade privacy for access to services such as Google, says Box CEO
Box CEO Aaron Levie's comments were in response to California's sweeping data privacy law, which went into effect Wednesday. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Most people will trade privacy for access to services such as…
Most people will trade privacy for access to services like Google, says Box CEO
Box CEO Aaron Levie's comments were in response to California's sweeping data privacy law, which went into effect Wednesday. Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Most people will trade privacy for access to services like Google,…