This article discusses email bombing, a spam technique increasingly used by cybercriminals to organise and cloak their malicious activities, benefiting phishing and ransomware schemes. Source: Raconteur Key Points Email bombing involves flooding a victim’s inbox with a massive number of emails, often using botnets. Attackers utilise marketing platforms to send legitimate-looking emails, making spam filters […]
CrowdStrike and Microsoft are riding a wave of growth in 2025, according to Eddie Ghabour, co-founder and CEO of Key Advisors Group. He discussed the potential for further gains during a segment on CNBC’s “Power Lunch”. CrowdStrike has surged over 40% this year alone, hitting all-time highs ahead of its first-quarter earnings report, which is […]
CrowdStrike has projected a disappointing second-quarter revenue, indicating a downturn in government and enterprise spending on cybersecurity, leading to a significant drop in their share prices. The company’s forecast is below Wall Street estimates, which reflects the ongoing economic pressures and increased competition in the cybersecurity market. Source: Daily Mail Online Key Points CrowdStrike’s second-quarter […]
The Ohio Secretary of State, Frank LaRose, has rolled out a new directive to bolster election cybersecurity across the state. This sixth statewide election security measure mandates monthly checklists for county election boards and state cybersecurity audits to enhance protection against potential cyber threats. Key Points The directive requires monthly cybersecurity checklists for all 88 […]
Victoria’s Secret has faced a significant setback as the release of its quarterly financial results has been delayed due to a cybersecurity incident. This event has compelled the company to shut down its e-commerce site and corporate systems, impacting its stock performance and financial outlook. Source: Investopedia Key Points Victoria’s Secret shares fell almost 3%, […]
With mandatory third-party audits now in effect, government contractors must act quickly to meet stricter cybersecurity standards or risk losing DoD contracts. This article, penned by Raj Raghavan, provides a clear roadmap for navigating the complexities of the updated CMMC 2.0 framework. Source: Washington Technology Key Points The CMMC 2.0 initiative protects sensitive data among […]
Summary The Trump administration has announced plans to reorganise the U.S. AI Safety Institute (AISI) into the new Centre for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI). The AISI was created by the Biden administration in 2023 to assess risks connected to AI technologies like OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The change signals a shift towards prioritising innovation and reducing […]
The article provides a quick overview of accessing the eClips Web service, detailing the necessary steps for users to log in using their credentials. It highlights how to use a password manager for easier access and the importance of accessing resources through the Newspaper Licensing Agency. Source: eClips Web Key Points Users need to enter […]
Summary In a recent report, leaked documents reveal the extent of China’s AI-driven censorship efforts to erase the history of the Tiananmen Square massacre. Over 230 pages of censorship directives highlight systematic attempts to suppress any reference to state violence from the public sphere. Meanwhile, law enforcement in the U.S. and the Netherlands has successfully […]
Many organisations are overwhelmed by the complexity of their IT systems, making it difficult to manage cybersecurity risks, according to a new Ivanti report. The “Exposure Management: From Subjective to Objective Cybersecurity” report points out that as companies keep adding more cloud services and smart devices, they’re struggling to keep up with securing them all. […]
