Cybersecurity news & updates

Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the Philippine government's executive branch, stealing sensitive military data in a prolonged campaign, highlighting ongoing cybersecurity threats in the region.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expressed serious concerns regarding China's state-sponsored cyber activities during a virtual meeting with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, emphasizing the threat posed by these malicious actions.

The UN's civil aviation agency is probing a potential data breach after reports surfaced claiming that tens of thousands of its records may have been stolen, raising significant cybersecurity concerns.

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) confirmed that the recent breach at the Treasury Department has not impacted other federal agencies, alleviating concerns about widespread vulnerabilities.

Washington state has filed a lawsuit against T-Mobile due to a 2021 data breach that compromised the personal information of 79 million customers, including at least 2 million residents of Washington.

Tech companies are promoting 'AI agents' as the future of AI, but these digital assistants require extensive access to user data, raising significant privacy and security concerns that remain unaddressed.

In 2024, Taiwan's government faced an alarming increase in cyberattacks, averaging 2.4 million daily, primarily attributed to Chinese cyber forces, as reported by the National Security Bureau.

Italy is negotiating a €1.5 billion deal with SpaceX to enhance secure telecommunications for its government, reflecting a significant move towards bolstering national cybersecurity infrastructure.

A recent report reveals that a Chinese cyberattack has compromised additional U.S. telecom companies, including Charter Communications and Windstream, indicating a broader impact than previously understood.

The recent Cybertruck explosion incident has raised concerns about the vast amounts of sensitive data collected by vehicles, prompting unease among drivers regarding their privacy and data security.

Amit Yoran, CEO of Tenable Holdings, passed away after a battle with cancer, marking a significant loss for the cybersecurity industry and the company he led.

Amit Yoran, CEO of Tenable and a prominent figure in cybersecurity, has died after battling cancer. His leadership at Tenable and previous roles at RSA and NetWitness significantly impacted the industry.