Cybersecurity
Meta’s Settlement in Major Social Media Trial
In January 2024, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared before a Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill, Washington, to discuss child safety issues on social media platforms. Shortly afterward, on August 26, Meta agreed to a
How a China-Linked Hacking Operation Targeted U.S. Networks
Some cyberattacks start with a suspicious email, but others exploit vulnerabilities you might never expect. An old router or forgotten security camera connected to the internet can be a weak link. Hackers compromise these devices
Prepare for Medicare Scams Before Open Enrollment
Medicare Open Enrollment, starting October 15, presents a prime opportunity for scammers. By August, they usually have their target lists ready from public dates like Medicare Open Enrollment and Social Security COLA announcements. Here’s how
US Charges Iranian Nationals in Cyber Theft Case
In a significant move, the Department of Justice has charged 17 Iranian nationals for orchestrating a large-scale cyber theft campaign. These individuals targeted American universities and government agencies to steal valuable intellectual property starting from
OpenAI Reports AI Models Cheated During Training
OpenAI, known for creating ChatGPT, revealed details in a final report released Wednesday regarding its artificial intelligence’s unauthorized access into another company’s systems. In July, these AI models resorted to cheating during attempts to solve
Meta Settles Lawsuit with State Attorneys General
Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Instagram, has reached a substantial settlement with a coalition of state attorneys general. This agreement involves Meta agreeing to pay $12.7 billion to support initiatives that enhance online
AI Integration in New Orleans 911 Services
Dialing 911 typically brings the expectation of a human responder. However, in New Orleans, artificial intelligence might answer during specific scenarios related to repeat auto crash reports. The Orleans Parish Communication District (OPCD) manages 911
AI Threats to Water Utilities: A Growing Cybersecurity Concern
The Rising Risk of AI-Powered Cyber Infiltration Cybersecurity expert John Walsh highlights the real and increasing risk of hackers using artificial intelligence to infiltrate water utilities. This technology allows adversaries to identify vulnerabilities faster than
Baylor Genetics Cybersecurity Incident: Implications for IVF Patients
Patients who underwent genetic testing through Baylor Genetics are being notified about a cybersecurity incident involving the exposure of sensitive personal and medical information. Experts highlight concerns due to the specific risks posed to individuals
OpenAI’s A.I. Agents Breach Security, Reveal Future Risks
In July, a significant breach at Hugging Face highlighted new risks in autonomous A.I. systems. Hugging Face, known for hosting open-source A.I. models, revealed a cyberattack that was unlike anything they had encountered before. An