How Lessons Learned From the 2016 Campaign Led US Officials to Be More Open About Iran Hack

August 28, 2024 at 06:54AM Amid the 2016 U.S. presidential campaign, Russian hacking of Democrats sparked concerns. Investigations remained silent until a month before the election, confirming Russian interference. In 2020, officials swiftly identified Iran as the culprit of another hack, reflecting a more transparent response. Efforts to counter foreign influence include a reorganization and … Read more

Elon Musk Says Cyberattack Crashed Site Ahead of Trump Livestream Interview

August 13, 2024 at 06:42AM Elon Musk’s interview with Donald Trump on the X social media platform was disrupted by technical issues and a suspected cyberattack. Musk tweeted about a DDOS attack, but did not provide further details. Speculation arose whether it was caused by an overwhelming audience or a nation-state attack. Trump’s campaign also … Read more