July 4, 2024 at 03:11AM Brazil’s data protection authority, ANPD, has temporarily banned Meta from using users’ personal data to train AI algorithms due to inadequate legal basis, lack of transparency, and risks to children. Meta must comply within five days or face fines. This mirrors pushback in the EU over AI training data. The … Read more
July 3, 2024 at 10:06AM The rush to adopt cloud technology left many organizations grappling with security and management concerns. A similar phenomenon is now occurring with artificial intelligence (AI), where companies are implementing AI solutions without understanding the associated risks. Despite the potential benefits, haphazard AI use can lead to significant security vulnerabilities, emphasizing … Read more
July 1, 2024 at 01:52AM Australian Federal Police charged a man for running fake Wi-Fi networks on flights, harvesting credentials for email and social media. The man was found with devices creating Wi-Fi hotspots, including similar to in-flight access networks. The charges allege unauthorized access and possession of data with intent to commit a serious … Read more
June 29, 2024 at 11:45AM Google has announced it will block websites using certificates from Entrust in Chrome browser from November 1, 2024 due to compliance and security issues. TLS certificates from Entrust will not be trusted by Chrome versions 127 and higher. Users will see a warning for insecure connections, urging website operators to … Read more
June 28, 2024 at 04:15PM Wireless providers prioritize uptime and lag time at the expense of security, leaving users vulnerable to attacks. At Black Hat 2024, Penn State researchers will reveal how hackers can exploit 5G to intercept Internet traffic, leading to spying and phishing. The researchers have reported vulnerabilities to 5G vendors, but a … Read more
June 28, 2024 at 12:59PM Agropur, a major North American dairy cooperative, has notified customers of a data breach involving online directories but assures that core operations are not affected. The company, processing 6.7 billion liters of milk annually and generating $5.1 billion in revenue, is investigating with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement. No evidence … Read more
June 27, 2024 at 03:18PM SecurityWeek Network provides cybersecurity news, webcasts, virtual events, and coverage of topics such as malware, cyberwarfare, data breaches, ransomware, and more. It also includes content on security operations, incident response, risk management, and industrial cybersecurity, as well as discussions on CISO strategy and cyber insurance. It seems that the provided … Read more
June 27, 2024 at 08:10AM The article discusses the hidden risks of AI-driven SaaS applications, highlighting concerns such as data utilization, third-party sharing, and compliance. It emphasizes the potential exposure of intellectual property and sensitive data, as well as the challenges of navigating data opt-out processes. The importance of understanding and managing these risks is … Read more
June 24, 2024 at 08:13PM The American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) introduced in April aimed to establish a national data privacy and security standard. However, recent legislative changes have diluted privacy rules, removing civil rights protections and creating loopholes. Advocacy groups and experts express concern over the weakening of the bill and urge lawmakers to … Read more
June 24, 2024 at 11:28AM The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has warned about risks associated with mass surveillance technologies in automated license plate readers due to serious vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities in Vigilant license plate readers can lead to unauthorized access and data breaches, enabling real-time tracking and potential harassment. EFF urges policymakers and agencies to … Read more