October 21, 2024 at 03:38PM Dan O’Dowd, founder of Green Hills Software, has developed an “unhackable” operating system, Integrity-178B, for secure communications, used by Trump and the military. He also critiques Tesla’s self-driving technology, calling it dangerous. O’Dowd previously ran for the Senate to address autonomous vehicle safety, gaining media attention and support. ### Meeting … Read more
October 21, 2024 at 01:46PM Apple is expanding its Security Research Device Program by providing hackable iPhones to select university educators, enhancing educational opportunities in cybersecurity. This initiative aims to facilitate research and development in security practices within academic institutions. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** – Apple is expanding its Security Research Device Program. – The initiative … Read more
October 17, 2024 at 04:57PM OpenAI is expected to generate over $10 billion in 2025, highlighting the rapid adoption of generative AI. Simplismart has announced a $7 million funding round to enhance its AI deployment infrastructure, addressing challenges faced by enterprises. The platform optimizes machine learning operations, aiming to streamline generative AI adoption in organizations. … Read more
October 17, 2024 at 04:18PM Generative AI is viewed variably as a solution or threat in cybersecurity. In a webinar, David Roth and Jeff Pollard discussed AI’s current limitations and its potential to enhance efficiency. While AI can aid reporting and proactive threat identification, it requires strong data management and strategic planning to mitigate risks … Read more
October 16, 2024 at 05:52PM Researchers at Shanghai University have shown that quantum mechanics can threaten current encryption systems, using a D-Wave quantum computer to factor a 50-bit integer. While this does not endanger existing 2048-bit keys, it highlights potential cryptographic vulnerabilities, emphasizing the need for organizations to adopt quantum-resistant encryption soon. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more
October 15, 2024 at 11:19AM The FIDO Alliance has released a draft specification to standardize the secure transfer of passkeys between providers, addressing portability issues. The Credential Exchange Protocol (CXP) and Credential Exchange Format (CXF) aim to enhance interoperability and security during credential migration. Feedback is welcomed for further refinement of these drafts. ### Meeting … Read more
October 14, 2024 at 09:15AM The online summit offers on-demand sessions aimed at enhancing organizations’ Identity and Zero Trust security strategies. It provides valuable insights for companies looking to improve their security frameworks. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Online Summit Focus**: The summit is centered on enhancing organizational strategies for Identity and Zero Trust security. 2. **On-Demand … Read more
October 10, 2024 at 03:24PM Microsoft’s new Administrator Protection feature in Windows aims to strengthen security by limiting local administrator privileges. It transforms privilege elevation into a “just-in-time” event, utilizing a temporary shadow account that disappears post-task, making it harder for attackers to exploit administrative access. This enhances overall system security and monitoring capabilities. ### … Read more
October 8, 2024 at 05:22AM Microsoft Edge Canary has added a new feature called Copilot Vision for webpage interpretation and assistance using natural language. Currently in testing, it appears at the bottom of the screen but isn’t fully functional. Users can enable it in Edge Canary settings, with Microsoft ensuring privacy of user data when … Read more
October 7, 2024 at 04:40AM British people express apathy towards the inundation of online cookie and data permission requests. Though aware of the risk, many succumb to the convenience of accepting cookies. Privacy regulations like the EU cookie law and GDPR attempt to protect users, but businesses find ways to circumvent them. Standardized APIs could … Read more