November 19, 2024 at 03:38AM Apple’s iOS 18 introduces a security feature that reboots devices after 72 hours of inactivity, enhancing data protection by keeping files encrypted in Before First Unlock (BFU) mode. This reduces access risks for stolen devices, impacting both criminals and forensic analysts, while emphasizing the urgency for law enforcement data extraction. … Read more
May 8, 2024 at 08:29PM Zscaler found and secured an exposed “test environment” after rumors of a potential breach circulated. The company stated that no customer or production environments were compromised and emphasized ongoing investigation. IntelBroker claimed they had access to a cybersecurity company, potentially Zscaler, leading to speculation and concerns. Zscaler did not respond … Read more
May 1, 2024 at 11:00AM A forensic analysis of a graph dataset of Bitcoin transactions by Elliptic and MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab revealed clusters linked to illicit activity and money laundering. The 26 GB dataset, Elliptic2, applies machine learning to detect criminal proceeds and unknown wallets, offering potential in combating financial crime using graph convolutional … Read more
April 9, 2024 at 07:54AM UK veterinary services provider CVS Group recently experienced a cyberattack resulting in operational disruptions and limited IT system access. Responding to the incident, the company engaged third-party specialists, notified authorities, and restored its business functions and services. Despite ongoing security and monitoring changes, clinical care continued. The incident did not … Read more
October 21, 2023 at 12:41PM The International Criminal Court (ICC) has provided more information about a cyberattack it experienced five weeks ago, stating that it was a targeted operation for espionage. The ICC has taken necessary steps to address any compromise to data and is reinforcing its risk management framework. The impact of the attack … Read more