December 10, 2024 at 01:47PM Deepfakes pose a significant threat to Scottish Parliamentary recordings and live streams, as highlighted by researchers from the University of Edinburgh. They identified vulnerabilities, including hijacked streams and manipulated videos. Currently, the Parliament lacks preventative measures, but proposed solutions include enhanced authentication and a communication support team for targeted members. … Read more
November 5, 2024 at 08:02AM As the 2024 US presidential election concludes, cybersecurity experts express concern over disinformation, particularly deepfakes and misinformation (41%). Federal agencies debunked inflammatory videos allegedly showing election tampering as Russian disinformation. Experts warn that misinformation campaigns will continue post-election, aiming to undermine trust in election results. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. **Top … Read more
October 2, 2024 at 07:02PM The rise of AI-driven cyberattacks, including deepfakes and biometric fraud, poses a significant security challenge for individuals and businesses. As cybercriminals exploit AI, security professionals are using AI analytics and data quality measures to detect and counter these threats. Implementing a zero-trust model and predictive analytics can help organizations proactively … Read more
September 29, 2024 at 12:45PM Alethe Denis, a senior security consultant at Bishop Fox, specializes in physical security assessments and social engineering attacks. Denis and her team break into buildings by impersonating employees or vendors to access corporate networks and steal data. Despite AI and deepfake advancements, human interactions remain the most effective tactic for … Read more
July 17, 2024 at 11:12AM Pindrop Security secured $100 million in debt financing to enhance its AI-powered detection of AI-generated voice deepfakes, distinct from its previous equity funding. The surge in malicious gen-AI-based deepfake voice attacks has propelled the demand for improved detection tools, as the company aims to counteract the growing threat through specialized … Read more
June 28, 2024 at 01:19PM AI Pulse from Trend Micro summarizes the latest AI cybersecurity news. It covers Siri’s integration with OpenAI, the growth of AI-enabled fraud, and the cybercrime risks associated with the upcoming Paris Olympics. The blog discusses the implications of ChatGPT’s launch, advancements in AI technology, and potential threats, urging vigilance in … Read more
May 29, 2024 at 08:12AM Digital attacks on the EU, including election-related services, have doubled, with many linked to Russian-supported groups following the invasion of Ukraine. ENISA’s top official revealed the rise in hacktivist attacks and warned of AI-enabled disinformation threats. Experts are working to anticipate emerging digital threats, emphasizing the need for cybersecurity to … Read more
May 28, 2024 at 11:12AM The security industry faces vulnerabilities from software/hardware weaknesses to disinformation and policy interference at an industry level, eroding trust and overloading security teams. Government requirements, industry power imbalances, and profit-driven models influence security negatively. Industry standards, government guidance, and deceptive actors pose additional challenges, exacerbated by AI technologies. Security professionals … Read more
May 21, 2024 at 07:21AM The Central Intelligence Agency is embracing generative AI to enhance its mission, focusing on open-source applications, including a ChatGPT-like tool. Nand Mulchandani, the agency’s chief technology officer, emphasizes the importance of maintaining human oversight and vigilance due to the technology’s probabilistic nature and potential for bias. The CIA is already … Read more
May 20, 2024 at 04:11PM Deepfakes are now the second most common cybersecurity incident for US businesses, with over a third experiencing such incidents in the last year. Managing third-party vendor risk is a major challenge, and financial allocations for securing supply chain connections are set to increase. While AI and ML are seen as … Read more