June 17, 2024 at 01:09PM The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore stirred speculation about a cyberattack, highlighting the vulnerability of physical infrastructure to cyber threats. Despite the focus on physical incidents, silent cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, like the MITRE breach, remain poorly understood. The public’s fear of cyber threats necessitates greater awareness and … Read more
April 3, 2024 at 11:30AM A recent analysis by cybersecurity firm Forescout reveals a 40% increase in the number of Chinese-manufactured devices in US networks over the past year, despite government efforts to reduce their use due to security concerns. The devices, totaling nearly 300,000, pose cyber risks, particularly in critical infrastructure sectors. Similar increases … Read more
February 29, 2024 at 12:15PM The Biden administration plans to investigate potential national security risks posed by Chinese-made “smart cars” that could gather sensitive information about American drivers. President Biden is considering new regulations to prevent China from using advanced technology in connected vehicles to track drivers and their personal information, citing concerns about national … Read more
October 30, 2023 at 05:56PM SolarWinds has been charged by the SEC for allegedly hiding cybersecurity issues from investors before the December 2020 APT29 breach. The SEC claims the company failed to disclose the risks and only shared broad information. The SEC also alleges that SolarWinds’ Chief Information Security Officer knew about the vulnerabilities but … Read more