December 8, 2023 at 10:18AM ProvenRun, a French startup, secures a €15 million investment to develop secure software for connected vehicles and IoT devices. The funding aims to support the company’s efforts in building advanced security solutions for the automotive and IoT industries. (47 words) Based on the meeting notes, it seems that the French … Read more
November 6, 2023 at 06:54AM Since January 2023, an Iranian advanced persistent threat (APT) group called Agrius, also known as Agonizing Serpens, BlackShadow, Pink Sandstorm, and DEV-0022, has been targeting higher education and technology organizations in Israel. The group, believed to be sponsored by the Iranian government, is engaging in espionage and destructive attacks, mainly … Read more
November 4, 2023 at 12:30PM Silicon Valley startup Xage Security has raised $20 million in new funding to expand its zero trust security technology beyond traditional IT environments. The company’s investors, including Piva Capital and Chevron Technology Ventures, participated in the financing. Xage also secured a strategic partnership with Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) to … Read more
October 20, 2023 at 07:57AM The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionizing business operations worldwide, but its full potential can only be realized with strong cyber security. IoT adoption faces challenges like security concerns, privacy issues, interoperability, and lack of standards. Addressing these factors and integrating cyber security into IoT design and development can unlock … Read more
October 19, 2023 at 08:15AM Google has updated its Play Protect feature to include real-time scanning at the code level. This enhancement allows for the detection of emerging threats prior to downloading and installing apps on Android devices. The new safeguard aims to protect users from malicious apps that can alter their code to avoid … Read more
October 12, 2023 at 07:00AM Simpson Manufacturing Company has experienced a cyberattack that has caused disruptions to its IT infrastructure and applications. The company has taken steps to contain the attack and is working on responding to and addressing the issue. It is currently unclear if the attack involved ransomware. The construction industry is increasingly … Read more
October 10, 2023 at 09:00AM Google has announced that all users can now set up passkeys by default, allowing for passwordless logins. Passkeys use public-key cryptography to authenticate users’ access to websites and apps, eliminating the need for usernames and passwords. This adds convenience and enhances security, as passkeys are phishing-resistant. Microsoft, eBay, and Uber … Read more
October 10, 2023 at 07:00AM A recent report from Thorn, a nonprofit focused on protecting children from sexual abuse, reveals that minors are increasingly sharing sexual images of themselves online, often as a result of consensual or coercive interactions with adults. The report aligns with findings from other child safety organizations, showing a significant increase … Read more
October 9, 2023 at 10:26PM The electric power industry is facing increasing cyber threats due to digitalization and the interconnectedness of IT and OT systems. A webinar by Trend Micro discussed these challenges and provided solutions, including improving employee security awareness, job rotation between IT and OT departments, and automation of incident response. The webinar … Read more