The US is Bracing for Complex, Fast-Moving Threats to Elections This Year, FBI Director Warns

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

Australian spy chief fears sabotage of critical infrastructure

February 28, 2024 at 09:04PM ASIO’s director general, Mike Burgess, warned of ongoing threats from adversaries trying to disrupt critical infrastructure through cyber attacks. He noted increased interest in sabotage from terrorists, foreign spies, and extremists, highlighting a nation-state’s sophisticated reconnaissance efforts. Burgess also revealed a foreign intelligence group’s subversion of an Australian politician and … Read more

How Cybercriminals Will Sway 2024 US Elections, Or Try To

December 27, 2023 at 09:07AM Foreign interference actors, including Doppelganger, are intensifying efforts to influence the 2024 US elections. The Russia-based Doppelganger group operates inauthentic news sites and social media accounts promoting divisive stories. Meta identified China, Russia, and Iran as primary sources of influence and misinformation campaigns. Despite efforts, Recorded Future found Doppelganger’s impact … Read more

Libyan Government Trains Personnel in Electoral Cyber Threats

December 12, 2023 at 12:14PM The Ministry of Interior in Libya is collaborating with the UNDP to focus on cybersecurity in preparation for upcoming national elections. The training program aims to enhance staff’s grasp of cybersecurity best practices and social media dynamics to safeguard against foreign interference. The specialized module equips security staff to navigate … Read more