June 4, 2024 at 02:52PM The Pentagon is increasing its investment in Microsoft despite cybersecurity concerns. Senators Wyden and Schmitt urge the Department of Defense to reconsider this single-vendor approach, pushing for a multi-vendor strategy. They question the use of expensive E5 software licenses, advocate for open-source software, and seek clarification on Microsoft’s promise of … Read more
May 22, 2024 at 12:07PM Microsoft’s new AI-powered Windows 11 Recall feature allows users to easily access and search through snapshots of their screen activity. While designed to prioritize user privacy and control, concerns have been raised about potential privacy risks and security vulnerabilities. Microsoft reassures that Recall data is encrypted and stored locally, but … Read more
February 13, 2024 at 11:36AM Ivanti’s VPN appliances have experienced widespread vulnerabilities, with slow incident response and delayed patch releases. This has led to criticism from cybersecurity experts and a federal mandate to disconnect Ivanti products from government systems. Ivanti’s reputation and customer trust are at stake, with uncertain prospects for recovery and continued caution … Read more
January 16, 2024 at 01:52PM Calvià City Council in Majorca was hit by a ransomware attack, affecting municipal services. With a population of 50,000 and a major tourism destination, it formed a crisis committee to assess the damage. IT specialists are conducting forensic analysis while administrative deadlines have been suspended till Jan 31, 2024. The … Read more
December 6, 2023 at 11:34AM Middle Eastern organizations are adopting cloud services rapidly, but 70% feel their cloud security is inadequate, above the global average of 63%. Cybersecurity concerns, local regulations, and geopolitics affect cloud adoption strategies. With increased cloud usage, the threat of significant disruption from breaches rises, although losses in Saudi Arabia and … Read more
December 1, 2023 at 02:22PM Japan’s space agency, JAXA, suffered a cyberattack this past summer through a Microsoft Active Directory breach, potentially exposing sensitive data. Nation-state hackers are suspected given past incidents involving Chinese military hackers. JAXA is investigating the breach’s scope and has partially shut down its network. **Takeaways from Meeting Notes:** 1. Incident … Read more