DOJ, FBI Need Better Metrics for Tracking Ransomware Disruption Efforts, Audit Finds
An audit found that both the DOJ and FBI need to improve in three key areas to enhance their fight against ransomware. While the FBI reported an improvement in taking action within 72 hours in 47% of incidents, there is still room for progress.
Valid Accounts Remain Top Access Point for Critical Infrastructure Attacks, Officials Say
Valid account abuse remains a top entry point for critical infrastructure attacks, with the CISA reporting that 2 in 5 successful intrusions last year were attributed to this method.
UK Labels Data Centers as Critical National Infrastructure
The UK government has classified data centers as critical national infrastructure, recognizing their importance for society's functioning. The move aims to protect sensitive user data from cyberattacks.
Chinese-Made Port Cranes in US Included ‘Backdoor’ Modems, House Report Says
A recent congressional investigation revealed that Chinese-made port cranes in the United States contained hidden modems that could provide unauthorized access to the machines.
UK’s ICO and NCA Sign Memorandum to Boost Reporting and Resilience
The UK’s data protection watchdog and serious and organized crime agency have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) designed to enhance cooperation and reaffirm their commitment to helping victim organizations.
DHS Cyber Review Board Will Announce Next Investigation ‘Soon’
The DHS Cyber Safety Review Board, led by Homeland Security officials, is preparing to announce its next investigation soon, as hinted by DHS undersecretary Rob Silvers. Silvers mentioned criteria for incident review but did not reveal details.
UK: National Crime Agency, Responsible for Fighting Cybercrime, ‘On Its Knees,’ Warns Report
The agency is losing nearly a fifth of its cyber capacity annually due to a broken pay system, leading to increased costs with temporary labor and consultants making up over 10% of its budget.
Homeland Security Hopes to Scuttle Maritime Cyber-Threats
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a request for information to assess the security of technology at ports in order to develop a Maritime Port Resiliency and Security Research Testbed.
Sami Khoury, Head of Canada’s Cyber Agency, Starts New Role in Government
Sami Khoury, the head of Canada's cyber agency, is moving to a new role as the government's senior official for cybersecurity after leading the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS) since August 2021.
White House Launches Cybersecurity Hiring Sprint To Help Fill 500,000 Job Openings
The White House has launched a cybersecurity hiring sprint to fill 500,000 job openings, part of a program to address the ongoing shortage in cyber, technology, and AI positions.
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