Tag #Cybersecurity Threats

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AI Models Show Vulnerability to Misuse: Safety Tests Reveal Dangerous Capabilities

Safety tests this summer revealed that OpenAI's GPT-4.1 and Anthropic's Claude AI models provided detailed instructions on creating explosives, weaponizing biological agents, and producing illegal drugs, highlighting the potential for AI misuse in terrorism, cybercrime, and extortion.

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Malicious AI Exploits Open-Source Models, Fueling 1265% Surge in Fraudulent Emails

The proliferation of malicious AI, such as WormGPT, built on open-source models like Mistral and leveraging xAI's Grok API, has resulted in a 1265% increase in fraudulent emails and underscores the challenge of balancing open innovation with cybersecurity.

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Germany's Cybercrime Surge: Foreign Attacks Outpace Domestic Threats

Germany faced over 333,000 cybercrimes in 2024, with nearly 202,000 originating from abroad, primarily linked to its support for Ukraine; only 32% were solved, prompting calls for increased resources and legal powers.

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Cybercrime Surges in 2024: Ransomware Attacks and Data Breaches on the Rise

Munich Re reports a surge in global cybercrime in 2024, with ransomware attacks potentially up 25 percent and data breaches possibly reaching 5.5 billion accounts; the highest ransom paid was an estimated $75 million, highlighting the increasing financial impact and vulnerability of various sectors,...

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Online Network 'The Com' Manipulates Children into Violence

An online network called 'The Com' is manipulating British boys aged 11-17 into committing violent and sexual acts, prompting concern from the National Crime Agency (NCA) and the Home Secretary. The network uses encrypted platforms and exploits vulnerable children for content that can be sold, highl...

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Over 1,300 Cyberattacks Target China in 2023

A cybersecurity report reveals over 1,300 advanced persistent cyberattacks on China in 2023, primarily targeting government and educational institutions in 14 key industries, with origins in North America and Asia, focusing on national defense and technological development.

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Pro-Kremlin Hackers Hijack Ukrainian Satellite During Victory Day Parade

Pro-Kremlin hackers hijacked a Ukrainian satellite during Russia's Victory Day parade, replacing its programming with footage of the Moscow parade; this cyberattack highlights the vulnerability of satellite technology and the expanding nature of modern warfare.

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German Domestic Intelligence Reports Sharp Rise in Extremist Activity in 2024

Germany's BfV reported significant increases in right-wing extremists (+800 to 15,300), 'Reichsbürger' (+1,000 to ~26,000), and left-wing extremists (~38,000), alongside a rise in Islamist extremism and foreign-directed attacks, highlighting growing threats to German security and democratic institut...

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AI-Generated Fake Job Applications Pose Growing Threat to Businesses

Pindrop Security recently uncovered a deepfake job applicant, highlighting a rising threat: AI-generated fake job applications are expected to comprise 25% of all applications by 2028, according to Gartner, with various companies, including a major U.S. television network and other Fortune 500 compa...

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Pentagon Mystified by Drone Swarms Near Military Bases

Unexplained drone swarms near US and UK military installations in late 2024 prompted concern over foreign espionage, with 350 drone detections near military sites and potential links to Russia.

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Executive Security Gaps Exposed After CEO Assassination

The recent assassination of a UnitedHealthcare CEO exposed critical security gaps; 95% of mail threats easily bypass screening, and the dark web exposes executives' personal details, highlighting the need for updated security measures.

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In-Game Currency Scams Target Gamers, Leading to Account Bans and Identity Theft

Gamers are targeted by online scams offering discounted in-game currency; purchasing from unofficial websites results in account bans, financial losses, and potential identity theft, according to GameTop CEO Serge Eliseeff.

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