August 10, 2024 at 11:12PM Former President Trump’s campaign reported being hacked, alleging Iranian involvement and referencing a Microsoft report on foreign interference in the 2024 U.S. election. While Iran denies involvement, the U.S. Justice Department revealed criminal charges against a Pakistani with Iranian ties for planning attacks. Microsoft’s report highlighted Iranian cyber activity and … Read more
July 1, 2024 at 05:45AM CISA director Jen Easterly states that the Cybersecurity Safety Review Board (CSRB) remains willing to address security flaws, despite concerns about private sector cooperation after a critical report on Microsoft. The board’s report detailed security failings at Microsoft, raising questions about future cooperation. The CSRB lacks legal authority but has … Read more
May 27, 2024 at 09:06AM Microsoft has highlighted a cybercrime group, Storm-0539, responsible for sophisticated email and SMS phishing attacks, primarily aimed at stealing and selling gift cards. The group targets large retailers and utilizes tactics to evade detection, such as using cloud infrastructure and legitimate platforms. Microsoft advises companies to implement additional security measures … Read more
May 23, 2024 at 03:33PM Microsoft has released a “Cyber Signals” report revealing information about the hacking group Storm-0539 and an increase in gift card theft leading up to the Memorial Day holiday in the United States. The report highlights the group’s advanced techniques and a rise in their activity before major holidays. Microsoft also … Read more
February 14, 2024 at 09:46AM Nation-state actors from Russia, North Korea, Iran, and China are leveraging artificial intelligence and large language models (LLMs) to enhance their cyber attacks. Microsoft and OpenAI published a report detailing disruptions to state-affiliated actors’ malicious cyber activities. The report also highlights the use of AI technologies across various phases of … Read more