DHS Dismantles Advisory Committees, Halting Major Cybersecurity Investigation
The Department of Homeland Security terminated all its advisory committees, including the Cyber Safety Review Board investigating the Chinese-linked "Salt Typhoon" hack of US telecom companies, halting a major cybersecurity investigation and eliminating decades of institutional expertise.
DHS Dismantles Advisory Committees, Halting Major Cybersecurity Investigation
The Department of Homeland Security terminated all its advisory committees, including the Cyber Safety Review Board investigating the Chinese-linked "Salt Typhoon" hack of US telecom companies, halting a major cybersecurity investigation and eliminating decades of institutional expertise.
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52% Bias Score
Davos CEOs Discuss AI's Impact, Anticipate Increased Deal-Making Under Trump
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, CEOs from CrowdStrike, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, and Salesforce discussed the impact of AI on their businesses, with predictions of increased deal-making under a potential Trump administration and concerns over cybersecurity.
Davos CEOs Discuss AI's Impact, Anticipate Increased Deal-Making Under Trump
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, CEOs from CrowdStrike, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, and Salesforce discussed the impact of AI on their businesses, with predictions of increased deal-making under a potential Trump administration and concerns over cybersecurity.
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52% Bias Score
Cisco Unveils AI Defense: A New Approach to AI Security
Cisco launched AI Defense, a security platform using algorithmic red teaming and over 200 guardrails to protect AI systems from threats like data poisoning and model inversion, improving visibility and control for security operations teams.
Cisco Unveils AI Defense: A New Approach to AI Security
Cisco launched AI Defense, a security platform using algorithmic red teaming and over 200 guardrails to protect AI systems from threats like data poisoning and model inversion, improving visibility and control for security operations teams.
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44% Bias Score
1 Billion Passwords Stolen by Malware in 2024
A new report reveals that over 1 billion passwords were stolen by malware in 2024, impacting both individuals and organizations, despite passwords meeting standard complexity requirements. The most prevalent malware used was Redline, Vidar, and Raccoon Stealer.
1 Billion Passwords Stolen by Malware in 2024
A new report reveals that over 1 billion passwords were stolen by malware in 2024, impacting both individuals and organizations, despite passwords meeting standard complexity requirements. The most prevalent malware used was Redline, Vidar, and Raccoon Stealer.
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48% Bias Score
Chicago Residents Sentenced in \$3.5 Million Romance Scam
Three Chicago-area residents were sentenced for their roles in a romance scam network that defrauded victims of over \$3.5 million; sentences ranged from probation to 20 years in prison, highlighting the use of money mules and the devastating impact on victims.
Chicago Residents Sentenced in \$3.5 Million Romance Scam
Three Chicago-area residents were sentenced for their roles in a romance scam network that defrauded victims of over \$3.5 million; sentences ranged from probation to 20 years in prison, highlighting the use of money mules and the devastating impact on victims.
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40% Bias Score
Weak Passwords Fuel Millions of Attacks in 2024
An analysis of 2024's worst passwords reveals that "password", "qwerty123", and "123456" were used millions of times in attacks, highlighting the urgent need for stronger passwords and prompting recommendations for improved security practices, including the adoption of passkeys.
Weak Passwords Fuel Millions of Attacks in 2024
An analysis of 2024's worst passwords reveals that "password", "qwerty123", and "123456" were used millions of times in attacks, highlighting the urgent need for stronger passwords and prompting recommendations for improved security practices, including the adoption of passkeys.
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44% Bias Score
Danish Medical Data Breach Exposes 130,000 Patient Records
A data breach at a Danish medical practice group exposed the sensitive information of 130,000 patients, including names, addresses, national identification numbers, and treatment protocols, nearly a month after the initial cyberattack, sparking public outrage over the delayed notification.
Danish Medical Data Breach Exposes 130,000 Patient Records
A data breach at a Danish medical practice group exposed the sensitive information of 130,000 patients, including names, addresses, national identification numbers, and treatment protocols, nearly a month after the initial cyberattack, sparking public outrage over the delayed notification.
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48% Bias Score
Scammers Exploit Hostage Release for Fraudulent Fundraising
Following the release of three hostages from 471 days of Hamas captivity, scammers created fraudulent fundraising campaigns, collecting tens of thousands of dollars before being exposed; authorities urge the public to verify legitimacy before donating.
Scammers Exploit Hostage Release for Fraudulent Fundraising
Following the release of three hostages from 471 days of Hamas captivity, scammers created fraudulent fundraising campaigns, collecting tens of thousands of dollars before being exposed; authorities urge the public to verify legitimacy before donating.
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44% Bias Score
UK Warns Private Intelligence Firms Against Working for Hostile States
The UK government warned its private intelligence sector against working for hostile states like Russia, China, and Iran, citing national security risks and potential 14-year prison sentences; this follows MI5 and MI6 assessments of increased threats from these countries.
UK Warns Private Intelligence Firms Against Working for Hostile States
The UK government warned its private intelligence sector against working for hostile states like Russia, China, and Iran, citing national security risks and potential 14-year prison sentences; this follows MI5 and MI6 assessments of increased threats from these countries.
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56% Bias Score
Ukraine's Ministry of Justice Suffers Month-Long Outage After Major Cyberattack
A sophisticated cyberattack in late December crippled Ukraine's Ministry of Justice's state registries for a month, highlighting vulnerabilities despite claims of robust security, and underscoring the need for improved cybersecurity practices.
Ukraine's Ministry of Justice Suffers Month-Long Outage After Major Cyberattack
A sophisticated cyberattack in late December crippled Ukraine's Ministry of Justice's state registries for a month, highlighting vulnerabilities despite claims of robust security, and underscoring the need for improved cybersecurity practices.
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24% Bias Score
Windows 11 Improves Security with Just-in-Time Admin Privileges
Microsoft's Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27774 introduces Administrator Protection, accessible via Windows Security settings, granting elevated privileges only when needed to enhance security by reducing the attack surface.
Windows 11 Improves Security with Just-in-Time Admin Privileges
Microsoft's Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27774 introduces Administrator Protection, accessible via Windows Security settings, granting elevated privileges only when needed to enhance security by reducing the attack surface.
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52% Bias Score
Failure of Canada's Cybersecurity Bill Exposes Critical Infrastructure to Attacks
Canada's cybersecurity bill, Bill C-26, which aimed to protect critical infrastructure, died due to the recent parliamentary prorogation, leaving businesses vulnerable to cyberattacks costing \$1.2 billion in 2023; experts urge proactive measures until the bill is reinstated.
Failure of Canada's Cybersecurity Bill Exposes Critical Infrastructure to Attacks
Canada's cybersecurity bill, Bill C-26, which aimed to protect critical infrastructure, died due to the recent parliamentary prorogation, leaving businesses vulnerable to cyberattacks costing \$1.2 billion in 2023; experts urge proactive measures until the bill is reinstated.
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40% Bias Score