Recent Security News
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Google Groups is ending support for Usenet to combat spam
January 2, 2024 at 12:05PM Google has announced the end of Usenet groups support on Google Groups due to spam and decline in legitimate activity. The change, effective from February 22, 2024, includes no post, subscribe, or view new Usenet content. Historical content remains accessible, and guidance is provided for transitioning to alternative platforms. No…
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Israel Battles Spike in Wartime Hacktivist, OT Cyberattacks
January 2, 2024 at 11:47AM In 2023, Israel faced the beginning of a war in Gaza after devastating Hamas attacks, leading to a cyber conflict and cybersecurity concerns. The war’s impact on businesses was predicted to be temporary, with some organizations left vulnerable. Additionally, cyberattacks against Israel’s operational technology increased, leading to greater awareness and…
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Court hearings become ransomware concern after justice system breach
January 2, 2024 at 11:25AM The court system of Victoria, Australia, faced a suspected ransomware attack, potentially compromising audiovisual recordings of court hearings. The incident affected different courts to varying extents, with concerns over sensitive case information leaks. Court Services Victoria is working with authorities and impacted parties, and ongoing efforts include system restoration and…
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Free Decryptor Released for Black Basta Ransomware
January 2, 2024 at 11:18AM SRLabs released a decryptor to assist victims of the Black Basta ransomware in recovering their files for free. The ransomware, linked to the Conti group, has been responsible for numerous high-profile attacks. SRLabs identified a flaw in the encryption algorithm, enabling them to create a tool for partial file recovery.…
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CISO Planning for 2024 May Struggle When It Comes to AI
January 2, 2024 at 11:12AM The evolving landscape of AI has presented significant challenges for CISOs and CIOs in crafting their 2024 plans. The rapid pace of AI innovation and its potential benefits raise the question of how to balance risk and opportunities. Stakeholders expect a clear strategy while dealing with the uncertainty of the…