#NationalSecurityRisk

If you’re holding important data, Iran is probably trying spearphish it

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September 30, 2024 at 09:37AM US and UK security agencies are warning about ongoing Iranian spearphishing campaigns targeting high-value individuals, including government officials and journalists. The attackers use social engineering to harvest credentials and access sensitive data. The advisory provides indicators of compromise and urges vigilance against unsolicited offers. Recent indictments also highlight Iranian cyber … Read more

Kaspersky is shutting down its business in the United States

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July 15, 2024 at 03:55PM Kaspersky Lab, a Russian cybersecurity company, will begin shutting down its US operations on July 20, including laying off its US employees, following sanctions from the US Treasury Department and Department of Commerce. The company cited the US legal requirements and business viability as reasons for the decision. After a … Read more

US senator wants to put the brakes on Chinese EVs

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April 15, 2024 at 09:08AM Senator Brown called for a ban on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) to protect America’s domestic industries and national security. He emphasized concerns about Chinese government subsidies, potential harm to domestic automakers and workers, and access to sensitive data. The context of the tech war between the US and China, including … Read more

US lawmakers want ByteDance to divest TikTok or face a ban

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March 7, 2024 at 01:14AM A group of US lawmakers introduced a bill that could force Chinese company ByteDance to divest TikTok or face a ban in the US. The bill aims to prevent foreign-controlled apps from operating in the US and imposes fines for violations. It raises concerns about national security, foreign influence, and … Read more

CISA to Congress: US Under Threat of Chemical Attacks

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November 28, 2023 at 05:50PM CISA has highlighted a national security risk following the expiration of the CFATS program, which regulated security at chemical facilities to prevent terrorism. With CFATS lapsed since July, CISA notes increased danger as facilities may acquire dangerous chemicals without adequate security measures, and potential terrorist ties may go unchecked. Meeting … Read more