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
May 10, 2024 at 09:06AM The RSA Conference 2024 highlighted the looming threat of sophisticated deepfake media that can manipulate and deceive. Kevin Mandia of Mandiant at Google Cloud warns of the upcoming surge in realistic deepfakes, necessitating new detection and prevention methods such as watermarks. Additionally, there is an urgent need to counter cybercriminals … Read more
May 2, 2024 at 07:11AM The rise of Deepfakes and AI-driven disinformation poses a significant threat to elections, with the upcoming US presidential election at risk. The ease of access to AI technology allows for the spread of misinformation, making it challenging for citizens to discern real news. Vigilance and critical thinking are crucial in … Read more
March 19, 2024 at 10:12AM Generative AI, used in cyber threats, can create self-augmenting malware to evade YARA rules. This allows for the modification of malware code to bypass detection, posing risks in impersonation and reconnaissance operations. Organizations are urged to be cautious with publicly accessible images and videos to mitigate such threats. Additionally, there … Read more
March 7, 2024 at 12:57PM The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has ramped up efforts to address election security concerns, setting up an Election Operations Center and providing cybersecurity support for state and local elections. The agency is combating evolving threats such as deepfakes and misinformation, with various initiatives and resources in place to … Read more