Recent Security News
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Tor Network Removes Risky Relays Associated With Cryptocurrency Scheme
November 21, 2023 at 08:39AM The Tor Project has removed relays connected to a for-profit scheme involving cryptocurrency tokens, citing potential harm to the network’s integrity and users. The project engaged with relay operators and found that the scheme was not beneficial. The cryptocurrency in question, likely ATOR, experienced a drop in value after the…
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Third-party data breach affecting Canadian government could involve data from 1999
November 21, 2023 at 08:31AM The government of Canada has confirmed a security breach in which its data was accessed after two third-party service providers were attacked. The breach potentially affects current and former government employees, members of the armed forces, and Royal Canadian Mounted Police workers. The government is currently analyzing a significant volume…
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Insider Q&A: Pentagon AI Chief on Network-Centric Warfare, Generative AI Challenges
November 21, 2023 at 07:03AM The Pentagon’s Chief Digital and AI Officer, Craig Martell, discusses the challenges and goals of integrating AI into military applications. Martell emphasizes the importance of quality data and sees AI as a tool for decision-making rather than a standalone solution. He also addresses concerns about AI in warfare and the…
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Microsoft Paid Out $63 Million Since Launch of First Bug Bounty Program 10 Years Ago
November 21, 2023 at 07:03AM Microsoft has paid out $63 million in rewards to security researchers participating in its bug bounty programs. The company now runs 17 bug bounty programs, with rewards reaching up to $250,000 for high-impact bugs. Thousands of researchers from 70 countries are involved, including students, academics, and cybersecurity professionals. Microsoft states…