October 23, 2024 at 08:58AM CISA and the DOJ are inviting feedback on proposed rules aimed at safeguarding Americans’ personal data from foreign adversaries. This initiative seeks to enhance data protection measures in response to potential threats. ### Meeting Notes Takeaways: – **Organizations Involved**: CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency) and DOJ (Department of Justice). … Read more
September 24, 2024 at 10:18AM The U.S. Department of Commerce is proposing a ban on connected vehicles using software and hardware from China or Russia. This includes Vehicle Connectivity System and Automated Driving System components, to prevent potential security and privacy risks. The ban aims to secure the automotive supply chain and will come into … Read more
September 23, 2024 at 12:58PM The US Department of Commerce announced a proposed ban on software and hardware made by foreign adversaries, especially China and Russia, in connected vehicles on US roads due to national security concerns. It aims to ban most Chinese vehicles from the US market and prevent testing of self-driving cars by … Read more
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
August 15, 2024 at 06:39AM Google’s threat intelligence has uncovered an Iranian-linked group’s attempt to infiltrate the personal email accounts of individuals connected to President Biden and former President Trump. The group targeted Biden, Trump, and Vice President Harris, and its activities align with a broader pattern of attempts to disrupt the U.S. election. This … Read more
April 25, 2024 at 09:40AM Experts emphasize the threat of state-sponsored cybercriminals meddling in the upcoming US presidential election and the UK’s next general election. Mandiant’s report highlights the likely tactics, such as DDoS attacks, data theft, disinformation, and deepfakes, and identifies Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea as the primary adversaries. These nations have … Read more
April 19, 2024 at 10:05AM Foreign adversaries have a history of disrupting US elections through tactics like espionage and “hack and leak” campaigns. Generative AI (GenAI) is now a concern for election security, as it can facilitate misinformation and disinformation. The 2024 election faces potential threats from nation-state adversaries and sophisticated cyber-threat actors, and combating … Read more
March 21, 2024 at 11:12AM The US House of Representatives passed bipartisan bill H.R. 7520, prohibiting data brokers from selling Americans’ personal information to foreign adversary countries or entities. The bill empowers the Federal Trade Commission to enforce the legislation and covers various sensitive information types. The legislation aims to safeguard national security and individual … Read more
March 1, 2024 at 12:45PM FBI Director Christopher Wray warned of increased foreign threats to U.S. elections this year due to advancements in technology, particularly generative AI, making interference easier. Concerns over foreign influence operations shaping public opinion have grown, with Russia and Iran cited as engaging in efforts to disrupt the election. Despite these … Read more
January 12, 2024 at 08:51AM FBI Director Christopher Wray and NSA Director Gen. Paul Nakasone highlighted the resilience of the election defense system against illegal interference. They warned about potential chaos caused by foreign adversaries using misinformation and cyber attacks. China was emphasized as a major threat in cyber warfare, with the US focusing on … Read more