December 4, 2024 at 06:05PM Chinese state hackers, identified as Salt Typhoon, have compromised telecommunications firms in multiple countries, including eight in the U.S., with possible breaches lasting one to two years. Although classified communications remain secure, federal agencies recommend using encrypted messaging to protect against future intrusions. CISA and FBI released guidance for enhanced … Read more
November 27, 2024 at 01:07PM Over 600,000 sensitive files, including personal criminal histories, were exposed online by SL Data Services in an unprotected database. Security researcher Jeremiah Fowler reported the issue, highlighting risks of phishing and social engineering. Although the database was eventually closed, the exposed information could severely impact individuals and their associates. ### … Read more
October 9, 2024 at 08:12AM The Consumer Cyber Readiness Report reveals that while consumers acknowledge cyber threats, their adoption of security measures is low. Only 28% have identity theft protection, 54% use malware protection, and just 10% utilize encryption. There’s slight progress in software updates, but many remain uncertain about their security tools. ### Meeting … Read more