Recent Security News
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Israel, Czech Republic Reinforce Cyber Partnership Amid Hamas War
January 22, 2024 at 12:38PM The director general of the Israel National Cyber Directorate (INCD) and the Czech Republic National Cyber and Information Security Agency signed a memorandum to strengthen cybersecurity relations. They discussed current cyberspace threats, especially those related to the Gaza conflict. The agreement aims for closer cooperation, including sharing expertise and information.…
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Security Experts Describe AI Technologies They Want to See
January 22, 2024 at 12:19PM The cybersecurity industry seeks transformational technologies to mitigate cyberattacks. AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) have gained traction, particularly in generative-AI applications, attracting significant investment. Security experts envision AI as a proactive guardian, playing a crucial role in real-time defense systems, insider threat detection, and behavioral analytics. AI’s potential lies…
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North Korean Hackers Weaponize Fake Research to Deliver RokRAT Backdoor
January 22, 2024 at 12:06PM In December 2023, media organizations and North Korea experts were targeted by a cyber campaign orchestrated by the threat actor ScarCruft. This North Korea-linked group, also known as APT37, targeted individuals with malicious files, displaying a sophisticated and evolving approach. The attack is indicative of the group’s ongoing efforts to…
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MavenGate Attack Could Let Hackers Hijack Java and Android via Abandoned Libraries
January 22, 2024 at 12:06PM New software supply chain attack method MavenGate targets public and popular libraries used in Java and Android apps. Vulnerabilities allow hijacking of artifacts and injecting malicious code. Oversecured sent reports to tech companies. Attack involves domain name purchases and exploiting abandoned libraries. Sonatype claims automation prevents attacks, but recommends end…
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EFF adds Street Surveillance Hub so Americans can check who’s checking on them
January 22, 2024 at 11:40AM The Street Surveillance Hub by the Electronic Frontier Foundation exposes the extensive surveillance systems in the US, providing detailed breakdowns and a news feed. Efforts like the Atlas of Surveillance and advocacy aim to shed light on privacy infringements. With police and technology companies expanding surveillance, local and state legislation…