A number of current and former OpenAI and Google DeepMind employees have claimed that AI businesses “possess substantial non-public data regarding the capabilities and limitations of their systems” that they cannot be expected to share voluntarily. The claim was…
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The Hidden Cost of Connected Cars: Your Driving Data and Insurance
Driving to a weekend getaway or a doctor’s appointment leaves more than just a memory; it leaves a data trail. Modern cars equipped with internet capabilities, GPS tracking, or services like OnStar, capture your driving history. This data is…
Security researcher says Azure Tags are security threat but Microsoft disagrees
Tenable recently identified a notable security issue within Microsoft’s Azure Network service tags. While Tenable classified this as a high-severity vulnerability, Microsoft disagreed with this classification. Despite their differences, both companies jointly disclosed the security issue on Monday. What…
Nvidia Climbs to Second Place in Global Market Value, Surpassing Apple
This month, Nvidia has achieved a historic achievement by overtaking Apple to become the world’s second most valuable company, a feat that has only been possible because of the overwhelming demand for its advanced chips that are used to…
Experts Warn: AI Chatbots a ‘Treasure Trove’ for Criminals, Avoid ‘Free Accounts
Cybersecurity experts have informed The U.S. Sun that chatbots represent a “treasure trove” ripe for exploitation by criminals. The intelligence of artificial intelligence chatbots is advancing rapidly, becoming more accessible and efficient. Because these AI systems mimic human conversation…
Behind the Breach: How ARRL Fought Back Against Cyber Intruders
The American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the primary body for amateur radio in the United States, has released new details about the May 2024 cyberattack. The ARRL cyberattack took down its Logbook of the World (LoTW), leaving many members dissatisfied…
The Dark Side of Free VPNs: Hidden Dangers and Privacy Risks
Virtual Private Networks, or VPNs, have become essential tools for internet users worldwide. By encrypting web traffic and masking IP addresses, VPNs promise an extra layer of privacy and security. However, not all VPNs live up to this promise.…
Newfoundland TV Station Hit by Ransomware Attack
ST. JOHN’S – The Newfoundland Broadcasting Company Limited, owner of a popular independent TV station in Newfoundland and Labrador, has been targeted by a ransomware attack. Attack Details and Immediate Impact The cyberattack, claimed by the Play ransomware group,…
SASE Threat Report:Evolving Threat Actors and the Need for Comprehensive Cyber Threat Intelligence
Threat actors are continuously evolving, yet Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) remains fragmented across isolated point solutions. Organizations need a holistic analysis that spans external data, inbound and outbound threats, and network activity to accurately assess their cybersecurity posture. Cato’s…
Meta Addresses AI Chatbot’s YouTube Training Data Assertion
Eventually, artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT will run out of the tens of trillions of words people have been writing and sharing on the web, which keeps them smarter. In a new study released on Thursday by Epoch AI,…
Rising Ransomware Attacks Highlight Persistent Cybersecurity Challenges
Despite global law enforcement efforts and heightened attention from the White House, ransomware incidents continue to rise unabated, according to a new report from cybersecurity firm Mandiant. Researchers at the Google-owned company identified 50 new ransomware variants in 2023,…
EU Accuses Microsoft of Secretly Harvesting Children’s Data
Noyb (None of Your Business), also known as the European Centre for Digital Rights, has filed two complaints against Microsoft under Article 77 of the GDPR, alleging that the tech giant breached schoolchildren’s privacy rights with its Microsoft 365…
Not a Science Fiction: What NVIDIA CEO Thinks About AI
Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, highlighted the company’s robotics and industrial digitization advances at COMPUTEX 2024 in Taipei. Huang described how manufacturers like Foxconn use NVIDIA technology, such as Omniverse, Isaac, and Metropolis, to create advanced robotic facilities. “Robotics are…
Google Leak Reveals Concerning Privacy Practices
An internal leak has revealed troubling privacy and security practices at Google, exposing substantial lapses over a span of six years. This revelation highlights the tech giant’s failure to prioritise user data protection, raising concerns about the company’s handling…
Navigating Meta’s AI Data Training: Opt-Out Challenges and Privacy Considerations
The privacy policy update Meta will reportedly amend its privacy policy beginning June 26 to allow its AI to be educated on your data. The story spread on social media after Meta sent out emails and notifications to subscribers in…
Google Faces Scrutiny Over Internal Database Leak Exposing Privacy Incidents
A newly leaked internal database has revealed thousands of previously unknown privacy incidents at Google over the past six years. This information, first reported by tech outlet 404 Media, highlights a range of privacy issues affecting a broad user…
First American Reveals Impact of December Cyberattack
The cyberattack that disrupted First American Financial’s systems in late December impacted 44,000 individuals, according to regulatory filings on Friday. In an 8K disclosure to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the title insurance company stated that its…
TargetCompany’s Linux Variant is Targeting ESXi Environments
Researchers discovered a new Linux variation of the TargetCompany ransomware family that targets VMware ESXi setups and uses a custom shell script to distribute and execute payloads. The TargetCompany ransomware operation, also known as Mallox, FARGO, and Tohnichi, began…
Strengthening Healthcare Cybersecurity: A Collaborative Imperative
In recent years, cyberattacks have surged, putting every segment of the nation’s healthcare system—from hospitals and physician practices to payment processing companies and biomedical facilities—under stress. These attacks disrupt patient care and cost the industry billions. Erik Decker, Vice…
Windows AI’s Screenshot Feature Labeled a ‘Disaster’ for Security
In the last few months, Microsoft has been touting AI PCs. Additionally, Microsoft recently released a new feature for Windows 11 called “Recall” that is capable of taking a screenshot of everything users do and making all their actions…