> TODAY'S SUMMARY (122 articles)
Today's cybersecurity landscape highlights several critical threats and trends. The Canadian regulator is investigating IDScan for potential data privacy violations, while the ransomware PAYLOAD has demonstrated a new tactic, paralyzing an organization without file encryption. Volexity reported a China-aligned threat group exploiting vulnerabilities in Chrome and Microsoft software. The hacking group ShinyHunters claims to have breached the FBI, raising significant counterintelligence concerns. Additionally, ClosedQuorum malware is leveraging AI for attack decisions, indicating a trend towards more sophisticated, autonomous threats. CISA has urged federal agencies to patch a critical Zyxel flaw actively exploited by attackers. Meanwhile, the rise of AI in cybercrime continues, with deepfakes and AI-driven bots posing increasing risks to organizations.
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SLC sent personal data including medical records to the wrong people
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An insecure backup incident affects 35,000 employees over a period of nine months.
The flaw in mobile app development plagues many messaging apps.
(ISC)² will honor excellence in advancing the nation’s public-sector cybersecurity posture on June 3.
Privacy International warns that various PC components could retain data, raising concerns over recycled IT kit.
The powerful iBanking Android malware spreads beyond Russian cyber-gangs.
Lavabit heir built by CERN boffins sees huge demand for its NSA-proof email capabilities.
Mandiant owner says connection days and times fit perfectly with the average PLA working day.
If a malware infection is suspected, Facebook will prompt the user to run a scanner from F-Secure or Trend Micro.
Several concerning security practices point to a compromise that may have been prevented – or at least significantly mitigated.
Bureau director Comey admits he may have to relax zero tolerance approach to marijuana-smoking recruits in bid to attract best talent.
Cyber Squared’s ThreatConnect team warns that increasing tensions in the area could put military, diplomatic and economic interests at risk.
Damballa researchers warn malware redirects users to porn sites if none can be found in browsing history.
The United States has filed an unprecedented set of indictments against five Chinese military officials believed to be responsible for wide-ranging cyber-espionage on private-sector U.S. companies.
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