Note From the Editor-in-Chief

December 3, 2024 at 09:02AM Informa Tech is merging with TechTarget and Industry Dive to form Informa TechTarget, expanding its editorial presence with over 300 journalists and coverage in 30+ tech segments. Dark Reading will maintain its independent cybersecurity reporting, delivering reliable insights on developments and trends for its readers. Stay tuned for more updates. … Read more

Name That Edge Toon: Aerialist’s Choice

November 4, 2024 at 10:21AM Submit a cybersecurity-themed caption describing a trapeze scene for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card. Send entries by email or social media by November 27, 2024. Last month’s winner, Joseph Ayella, received the prize for his clever caption about a “woman-in-the-middle attack.” **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Contest Announcement:** … Read more

Name That Toon: The Big Jump

October 22, 2024 at 08:48AM Submit a clever cybersecurity caption for a cartoon for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card by November 13, 2024. Entries can be sent via email or social media. Last month’s winner was Chris Potter, recognized for his creative caption in the “Tug of War” contest. **Meeting Takeaways:** … Read more

Name That Edge Toon: Bug Off

September 4, 2024 at 05:46AM Submit a cybersecurity-related caption for the cartoon to win a $25 Amazon gift card by emailing [email protected] with the subject “Dark Reading September Toon,” or via social media: X, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Last month’s winner was David Stokes with a clever caption. Deadline is October 2, 2024. Subject: Dark Reading … Read more

Halliburton Data Stolen in Oil-Sector Attack

September 3, 2024 at 12:24PM Halliburton confirms data theft in Aug. 21 cyberattack on its networks. The energy services company, a major player in oil and fracking, believes an unauthorized third party accessed and extracted information. Details of the incident remain undisclosed, but the company is working on restoring systems and doesn’t expect a significant … Read more

Dark Reading News Desk Live From Black Hat USA 2024

August 7, 2024 at 06:43AM The Dark Reading team presents live coverage of Black Hat USA 2024 from Mandalay Bay on Aug. 7-8. The event features top cybersecurity experts discussing AI, national cybersecurity strategies, upcoming trends, and more. Join the live stream or watch on YouTube for insights from industry leaders and in-depth coverage of … Read more

CISO Corner: Critical Infrastructure Misinformation; France’s Atos Bid

June 21, 2024 at 04:36PM CISO Corner: Dark Reading offers articles to support cybersecurity strategies. France bids to acquire Atos to protect key technologies for defense interests. China’s offensive cybersecurity programs benefit from vulnerability research. NIST CSF 2.0 provides a roadmap for security initiatives. Threats to outer-space assets must be considered. Misinformation complicates understanding of … Read more

CISO Corner: Apple’s AI Privacy Promises; CEOs in the Hot Seat

June 14, 2024 at 11:39AM CISO Corner is Dark Reading’s weekly digest of cybersecurity articles tailored for security operations and leaders. In this issue, articles cover Apple’s ambitious AI privacy promises, vulnerabilities in biometric security, tightening cybersecurity during Hajj season, and the need for CIO & CISO collaboration. Also highlighted are Rockwell’s ICS directive and … Read more

Name That Edge Toon: Zonked Out

June 3, 2024 at 12:37PM The excerpt calls for cybersecurity-related captions for a security team’s photo, with the chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card. Submissions are accepted via email, social media, and the previous month’s winner is acknowledged. The deadline for entries is June 26, 2024. “Surviving the daily grind of cybersecurity is … Read more

OpenAI Disrupts 5 AI-Powered, State-Backed Influence Ops

May 31, 2024 at 02:42PM OpenAI has flagged five influence operations from China, Iran, Israel, and Russia, all employing AI tools to spread political messaging, but with insignificant impact. Notable activities include Spamouflage from China, Bad Grammar targeting Eastern Europe and the United States, Doppelganger engaging on various platforms, and IUVM from Iran. OpenAI is … Read more