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Google fixes Chrome flaw exploited by spyware vendor

Leigh Mc Gowran — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:48:44 +0000

Google said it is aware that an exploit for this vulnerability exists and that it will take days or weeks to roll out the patch to all users.

How this cyber leader is addressing cyber talent shortages

silicon — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 06:01:56 +0000

EY's Puneet Kukreja discusses his role as UK and Ireland cyber leader as well as his thoughts on digital transformation, sustainability data and cyber talent shortages.

TikTok tackles disinformation network targeting Irish users

Leigh Mc Gowran — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:10:24 +0000

The social media company claims this network had more than 94,700 users and was deliberately attempting to 'intensify social conflict'.

A lifetime of software and seeing the bigger picture

Leigh Mc Gowran — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 06:07:22 +0000

Ronald Binkofski discusses his software career with Microsoft, his plans for STX Next and the importance of taking a calm and balanced approach to work.

The rising risk of AI scams and disinformation

Leigh Mc Gowran — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:48:02 +0000

Wasim Khaled of Blackbird.AI discusses the threat that AI poses in destroying trust online, flooding discussions with fake content and spreading disinformation to influence politics.

Apple releases iOS 17 patch to fix potentially exploited flaws

Leigh Mc Gowran — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 08:33:48 +0000

The iPhone maker has released various patches this year, including one earlier this month to fix a flaw that was exploited by Pegasus spyware.

Why employee login credentials are ‘the weakest link in security’

silicon — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 06:01:22 +0000

Richard Morrell, CTO at My1Login, discusses the issues of passwords and traditional access credentials in relation to cybersecurity.

The UK clashes with Meta over end-to-end encryption plans

Leigh Mc Gowran — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 08:38:26 +0000

The UK said thousands of predators could go undetected if Meta brings encryption to its platforms, while the country moves to make its Online Safety Bill law.

Amazon gets green light for three new Dublin data centres

Vish Gain — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 08:43:49 +0000

Fingal County Council has said Amazon can build three planned data centres on Cruiserath Road, Dublin 15, even as environmental groups oppose the move.

Online Safety Bill passed in the UK, soon to become law

Vish Gain — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:33:03 +0000

Apple, WhatsApp, Signal and several rights groups are unhappy with the bill because of potential encryption and privacy violations.

Microsoft accidentally leaks 38TB of private data on GitHub

Leigh Mc Gowran — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:06:15 +0000

The tech giant claimed a URL link contained an 'overly-permissive' token, which gave access to private employee data.

Lazarus Group stole $240m of crypto in 104 days, report claims

Leigh Mc Gowran — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 11:14:12 +0000

A report from Elliptic suggests the notorious hacker group is ramping up its operations and changing tactics this year, focusing more on centralised services.

79pc of Irish businesses plan to expand at home or abroad

Leigh Mc Gowran — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 07:28:26 +0000

Ireland is beating the global average in expansion plans, but most Irish IT leaders said new, stricter data sovereignty laws could impact their expansion goals.

With billions of leaks, is it time to move away from passwords?

Leigh Mc Gowran — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 14:35:21 +0000

With endless leaks and cyberattackers conducting 'password spray' attacks, the arguments for the move to passkeys appear to be gaining more merit.

How the macroeconomic climate is affecting the cybersecurity space

silicon — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 06:01:34 +0000

Pedro Fortuna, co-founder and CTO of Jscrambler, discusses the company's approach to digital transformation and how its obfuscation tool is faring against generative AI.

Digital product passport: A ticket to brand sustainability?

Rebecca Graham — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:00:15 +0000

Will a digital product passport help the EU reduce waste and create a circular economy? SiliconRepublic.com spoke to people involved in a passport pilot project to find out.

Ransomware distributors target Microsoft Teams users

Leigh Mc Gowran — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 11:34:11 +0000

Microsoft said a financially motivated threat actor has turned to Teams as a way to breach networks for future ransomware attacks.

MGM Resorts shuts down IT systems amid ‘cybersecurity issue’

Leigh Mc Gowran — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 11:20:24 +0000

There are reports that casino machines and digital hotel room keys are not working, while MGM Resorts said it took 'prompt action' to protect its data.

11 alleged Conti criminals hit with UK and US sanctions

Leigh Mc Gowran — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:10:00 +0000

The notorious Conti ransomware gang is believed to be responsible for extorting at least $180m globally and was behind the HSE cyberattack in 2021.

Chinese operators use AI to influence US voters, Microsoft claims

Leigh Mc Gowran — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 08:11:08 +0000

Microsoft claims Chinese actors are using generative AI to create compelling images to spread their divisive content across Western social media.