In recent years, the Internet of Things (IoT) has become an increasingly important and commonly discussed subject in technology circles. With connected devices becoming an integral part of our lives, there is now a heightened need for improved security and trust with the internet-connected products and services. This is why the Cyber Trust Mark is… Continue reading The Cyber Trust Mark is a voluntary IoT label coming in 2024. What does it mean?
Category: cyber
Microsoft patches Windows zero-day bug used in ransomware attacks
Microsoft has recently released a patch to close a major security flaw that was being exploited by cyber attackers in a wave of high-profile ransomware attacks. The vulnerability, which had been lurking for over a year, was being used to target Windows computers with an attack known as EternalBlue. The vulnerability, first reported in 2017… Continue reading Microsoft patches Windows zero-day bug used in ransomware attacks
Pro-Russian hackers target elected US officials supporting Ukraine
The recent news of US elected officials being targeted by pro-Russian hackers shows just how deeply Russian interference in foreign affairs continues to extend. According to reports, there have been multiple cases of cyber espionage committed by the hackers, who have been attempting to infiltrate the computers and networks of elected US officials in order… Continue reading Pro-Russian hackers target elected US officials supporting Ukraine
Biden executive order bans federal agencies from using commercial spyware
On Friday, January 22nd, President Joe Biden issued an executive order that effectively bans federal agencies from using commercial spyware. This ban includes funds that would be used to purchase and develop associated technologies. The order is meant to protect against foreign adversaries using the tools to target US citizens. The executive order is split… Continue reading Biden executive order bans federal agencies from using commercial spyware
Biden administration wants to hold companies liable for bad cybersecurity
In recent weeks, the Biden administration has made it clear: companies need to take cybersecurity seriously. The White House has released a statement saying that the government intends to hold companies accountable for bad cybersecurity, with consequences for those who do not put appropriate measures in place to protect their data. The threat landscape is… Continue reading Biden administration wants to hold companies liable for bad cybersecurity
GermanyRIP Kremlin-loyal
In wake of the recent announcement of Germany’s plan to send tanks to Ukraine to fight against Russian separatists, the Kremlin-loyal hacktivist group known as the “Cyber Spetsnaz” have instigated a round of large-scale Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks against Germany. The group has already successfully disrupted the websites of 30 of Germany’s most… Continue reading GermanyRIP Kremlin-loyal
Microsoft alleges attacks on French magazine came from Iranian-backed group
Microsoft has recently revealed that several attacks on a French magazine by hackers linked to the Islamic Republic of Iran were launched in a six-month campaign that began in October 2020. Microsoft discovered the cyberattack via their Threat Intelligence Center and claims it’s the first time a nation-state has targeted an independent press outlet and… Continue reading Microsoft alleges attacks on French magazine came from Iranian-backed group
GermanyRIP Kremlin-loyal
In recent days, a massive cyber attack has been inflicted on one of Europe’s leading economic powers: Germany. Dubbed “#GermanyRIP,” the attack was perpetrated by Kremlin-loyal hacktivists in retaliation for the German government’s decision to give tanks and other military equipment to the Ukrainian government. According to reports, the attack caused widespread outages of several… Continue reading GermanyRIP Kremlin-loyal
FuboTV kaput
As the world watched in anticipation for the World Cup semifinals, viewers who had planned to watch the match through the streaming service, FuboTV, experienced an unexpected and premature disruption. FuboTV tweeted to its users, reporting that an “unauthorized source” had performed a “criminal cyber attack” that forced the streaming provider to cut off viewer… Continue reading FuboTV kaput
FuboTV kaput
During the FIFA World Cup semifinals, kooks the globe found themselves unable to access the streaming service FuboTV, which suffered a “criminal cyber attack” that prevented customers from watching high-stakes soccer matches. The disruption left fans unable to watch an intense match between France and Belgium, as well as the semifinal game between Croatia and… Continue reading FuboTV kaput