Summary The latest CTIX FLASH update sheds light on escalating malware activities and evolving cyber threats. It tracks various cybersecurity incidents, including the emergence of malicious NPM packages masquerading as Telegram libraries and a new Android malware named “Supercard X,” which exploits NFC technology to facilitate card fraud. Furthermore, it discusses ClickFix attacks employed by […]
Cynomi, a startup focused on cybersecurity for small and medium businesses (SMBs), has successfully raised $37 million in funding to further develop its AI-based “virtual CISO” service. With malicious hackers increasingly targeting SMBs, the need for robust cybersecurity solutions is more pressing than ever, making Cynomi’s innovative approach particularly significant. Source: TechCrunch Key Points Cynomi […]
Thales, a prominent technology and security provider, has teamed up with Deloitte to offer enhanced cybersecurity solutions. This strategic alliance merges Thales’s renowned encryption and key management technologies with Deloitte’s extensive consulting and implementation expertise, focusing on improving data protection and compliance for organisations navigating the complex cybersecurity landscape. Source: Original Article Key Points The […]
Summary The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued warnings regarding multiple vulnerabilities in industrial control systems (ICS) related to Siemens, Schneider Electric, and ABB equipment. The advisories, released on April 23, 2025, detail critical flaws that could pose significant risks to essential infrastructure across various sectors, including energy and transportation. Specific vulnerabilities […]
Welcome to the latest edition of Data Bytes! In this post, we dive into the busy world of data governance, recent ICO enforcement actions, and the implications of new regulatory frameworks for AI and cybersecurity. Key Points New Cyber Governance Code of Practice aims to elevate the role of boards in managing cyber risk. The […]
Summary Uldana Mussabekova, a seasoned cybersecurity expert, shares crucial strategies for protecting your bank accounts against the rising threat of cybercrime, which resulted in losses exceeding $12.5 billion in 2023 alone. She emphasises the importance of both individual and corporate security measures, delving into how customers can evaluate the lowest risk banks and the key […]
The latest report from the AlixPartners Disruption Index reveals significant insights into the life sciences sector. As the industry races forward with breakthroughs in technology and treatment, it simultaneously grapples with a myriad of challenges that threaten its advancements. Key Points Life sciences lead global advancements in health with new drugs and technologies tackling serious […]
The Pentagon has rolled out fresh guidance for contracting officials, focusing on the latest updates from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) regarding controlled unclassified information (CUI). This new guidance centres around tailoring the updated publication as part of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) programme, essential for enhancing cybersecurity practices. Source: InsideCyberSecurity […]
Lauryn Williams, a former strategist at the Office of the National Cyber Director, has outlined a multipronged approach that the Trump administration should adopt to enhance the cybersecurity of space systems. Her insights frame the importance of information sharing, research, and collaboration between public and private sectors as critical measures against the growing threats faced […]
Summary Check Point Software Technologies has reported impressive first-quarter profits that exceeded analysts’ expectations, primarily thanks to a surge in sales of its AI-driven security products. The Israeli firm noted that it hasn’t yet felt any repercussions from global economic volatility, including President Trump’s tariffs. For the January-March quarter, Check Point stated earnings of $2.21 […]
