Recent Security News
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Albanian Parliament and One Albania Telecom Hit by Cyber Attacks
December 29, 2023 at 09:30AM Albanian government institutions and telecom company One Albania were recently hit by cyber attacks, according to the country’s cyber security authority. One Albania assured that its services were unaffected. The attacks, attributed to an Iranian hacker group, have prompted a review and strengthening of cyber security strategies. This follows previous…
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I Securely Resolve: CISOs, IT Security Leaders Share 2024 Resolutions
December 29, 2023 at 09:05AM Cybersecurity leaders have outlined New Year’s resolutions for 2024. These include bolstering defenses through proactive measures, operational enhancements, and reactive capabilities. Emphasizing the importance of assessing and updating business continuity and incident response plans is coupled with a strong focus on fundamental detection, prevention, and response capabilities. New technologies, evolving…
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In Other News: Ubisoft Hack, NASA Security Guidance, TikTok Requests iPhone Passcode
December 29, 2023 at 08:54AM SecurityWeek weekly roundup provides a concise compilation of cybersecurity stories that may have been overlooked. This week’s stories include a $60 million crypto theft, Android backdoor infection, Microsoft warning of malware distribution, Mint Mobile data breach, and NASA’s space security guidance. Other topics covered are hacking claims, Chrome Safety Check,…
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Pentagon Wants Feedback on Revised Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Program
December 29, 2023 at 07:54AM The US Department of Defense has proposed a rule for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, seeking public feedback. The program aims to ensure defense contractors and subcontractors implement security measures to protect federal contract information and controlled unclassified information. The revision allows for self-assessment, emphasizes cooperation with industry,…
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UAE Banks on AI to Boost Cybersecurity
December 29, 2023 at 07:04AM The UAE faces relentless cyberattacks due to its aggressive push for a digitized economy. To counter this, it has strengthened its digital borders, forming cybersecurity partnerships with the US, Morocco, and Chad. With a focus on AI, the UAE is also addressing the need for skilled professionals and the potential…