Attackers are employing AI-generated scripts, leveraging malvertising to distribute rogue PDF tools, and embedding malware in image files. These developments mark a significant shift in the threat landscape, accelerating the frequency and complexity of cyberattacks. This was revealed by HP’s…
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UN Report on Governing AI for Humanity – Key Recommendations and Insights
The United Nations (UN) Secretary-General’s High-level Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence (HLAB-AI) released a comprehensive report titled “Governing AI for Humanity,” which proposes global governance mechanisms for Artificial Intelligence (AI). The report is based on extensive consultations and presents a…
Red Canary’s Midyear Threat Report Highlights Infostealer Surge Targeting macOS Devices
Red Canary has released a midyear update to its 2024 Threat Detection Report, revealing key cybersecurity trends and evolving threats. Among the most notable findings is the rise of Atomic Stealer, an infostealer targeting macOS devices, which entered the top…
Privacy and API security: What’s at stake?
APIs (Application Programming Interface) have assumed an indispensable role in the digital space, facilitating seamless communication and data exchange between an array of software applications and services. They underpin our daily interactions, from ordering meals through food delivery apps to…
Analysis of ENISA’s 2024 Threat Landscape Report: Key Takeaways and Implications
The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) has released its annual Threat Landscape report for 2024, providing crucial insights into the evolving cybersecurity challenges facing the EU. Here are the key takeaways: Prime Threats Remain Consistent Denial of Service (DDoS)…
FTC Sounds the Alarm on Social Media Spying on Children and Teenagers
Social media and video streaming services (SMVSSs), including Amazon, Alphabet-owned YouTube, Meta’s Facebook and TikTok, are engaging in a “vast surveillance of users” to profit off their personal information. The report also raised concerns about the lack of meaningful privacy…
7 Steps to Perform a Cyber Attack Simulation
We can learn a lot from soccer and American football teams when it comes to attack and defense strategies. Players analyze the opposing team’s strategy to identify weak spots, adapt their offensive orchestration accordingly, and, most importantly, practice, practice, practice.…
U.S. Justice Department Disrupts China-Backed Botnet Targeting Thousands of Devices
In a major cyber operation, the U.S. Justice Department announced the successful takedown of a botnet controlled by People’s Republic of China (PRC) state-sponsored hackers. The botnet, dubbed “Raptor Train” by Black Lotus Labs, spanned over 200,000 devices globally. It…
Emerging Technologies in Cloud Security for Enhanced Protection Against Cyber Threats
Some industry experts highlight the unique cybersecurity needs of cloud-based operations, noting that protecting sensitive data differs from traditional on-premises networks. While emerging technologies haven’t changed the ongoing battle between cybersecurity professionals and criminals, they have raised the stakes, making…
More Hezbollah Devices Explode in Lebanon, Heightening Fears of Regional Conflict
Tensions in Lebanon soared on Wednesday as handheld radios used by Hezbollah fighters exploded across the country’s south, marking the deadliest day since cross-border skirmishes with Israel began nearly a year ago, reported Reuters. The explosions left 20 dead and…
Hezbollah Pager Attack: A Wake-up Call to Tech Manufacturers to Secure their Supply Chains?
In a coordinated and deadly attack, pagers used by hundreds of Hezbollah members exploded almost simultaneously across Lebanon on Tuesday, killing at least nine people and injuring thousands more, according to officials. Both Hezbollah and the Lebanese government have pointed…
Cyware Joins Coalition for Secure AI (CoSAI) to Advance Safe and Ethical AI Technologies
Cyware joins CoSAI to help drive the development of secure and ethical AI technologies, addressing the urgent need for AI safety amid today’s rapidly evolving cyber threats. Cyware, a provider of threat intelligence management, security collaboration, and orchestrated response, has…
Deadly Pager Explosions in Lebanon Linked to Possible Supply Chain Attack
Yesterday, Reuters reported that multiple explosions involving communication devices used by Hezbollah resulted in at least nine deaths and over 3000 injuries across Lebanon. Among those wounded were Hezbollah fighters, medics, and Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon, Mojtaba Amani, who sustained…
Phishing Campaigns Surge with New Header Refresh Technique, Targeting Financial and Government Sectors
In 2024, Unit 42 researchers observed a sharp increase in large-scale phishing campaigns using a novel technique involving the HTTP response header. Between May and July, they detected approximately 2,000 malicious URLs daily, which directed web browsers to refresh or…
TfL Employees Face In-Person Identity Verification Following Cyberattack
Nearly two weeks after a significant cybersecurity breach, Transport for London (TfL) announced on its employee hub that its 30,000 employees must attend in-person appointments to verify their identities and reset their passwords. This move follows a full system reset…
The Human Element in Non-Human Identity Security: Bridging the Gap in Modern Cybersecurity
In today’s cybersecurity landscape, Non-Human identities (NHIs) are exploding in number. For every human user, there may be hundreds or even thousands of NHIs running in the background. Traditional access management tools were designed primarily for human users, and they…
Hunters International Claims Breach of ICBC London
The ransomware group, Hunters International, has reportedly claimed responsibility for a breach at the London branch of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), one of China’s largest state-owned banks. According to the group, they have exfiltrated 6.6 terabytes…
Researchers Discover New Variant of TrickMo Banking Trojan
Cleafy’s Threat Intelligence team has uncovered a new variant of the TrickMo Android banking Trojan. Initially classified as an unknown malware sample, deeper analysis revealed it as a TrickMo variant with some new anti-analysis features, making detection more difficult and…
New Environmental Policies and Practices Raise Unexpected Cybersecurity Challenges
Sound environmental policies are critical to protect the planet’s future. In response, companies have developed technologies and practices to help their respective industries and clients. While green innovation is necessary, the devices and systems have caused unexpected cybersecurity challenges. What…
Is Your Business Ready for the Quantum Cybersecurity Threat?
Imagine a world where even the strongest cybersecurity defenses crumble in seconds. This isn’t a sci-fi plot; it’s a looming reality with the rise of quantum computing—a technology that could revolutionize industries and dismantle current encryption methods. Quantum computing is…