Stress-Testing Our Security Assumptions in a World of New & Novel Risks

July 2, 2024 at 10:07AM The text discusses the need for a future-resilient approach to security, stressing the importance of challenging existing assumptions to strengthen security plans. It highlights the four categories for stress-testing assumptions: Referent, Affect, Interdependence, and Governance. The approach involves questioning fundamental assumptions to build resilience in the face of uncertain future … Read more

FTC Sending $5.6 Million in Refunds to Ring Customers Over Security Failures

April 25, 2024 at 08:15AM The FTC is issuing $5.6 million in refunds to 117,000 Ring customers following a 2023 settlement over security issues. This action is a response to reported security failures. [Source: SecurityWeek] Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaway is that the FTC is issuing $5.6 million in refunds to more … Read more

US government excoriates Microsoft for ‘avoidable errors’ but keeps paying for its products

April 5, 2024 at 10:37AM Government cybersecurity agencies criticize Microsoft for repeated security breaches that compromised government secrets. Despite demands for stricter action against the tech giant, Microsoft has faced no significant consequences and continues to receive substantial government contracts. Concerns about national security threats and calls for improved cybersecurity measures highlight the ongoing tension … Read more

Discord in the ranks: Lone Airman behind top-secret info leak on chat platform

December 12, 2023 at 01:08PM The US Air Force confirmed that Airman 1st Class Jack Teixeira was the sole culprit behind the leak of classified military documents on Discord. However, the investigation revealed failures in his chain of command to act on warning signs, leading to a delayed response. 15 Air National Guard leaders were … Read more