Google Uncovers Massive Chinese Disinformation Network Using Fake News Sites
Google's Threat Analysis Group has exposed GLASSBRIDGE, a sophisticated Chinese influence operation using fake news outlets to spread pro-Beijing narratives globally. The network exploited legitimate news platforms by placing content on subdomains, highlighting growing challenges in combating state-sponsored propaganda.
US Military Personnel Tracked: Commercial Data Brokers Selling Sensitive Location Data in Germany
A joint investigation reveals that location data of US military and intelligence personnel in Germany is being sold by commercial data brokers, tracking movements from homes to secure facilities including suspected nuclear sites. The legal but concerning practice raises major security risks as anyone can purchase this sensitive information.
EPA Report Reveals Critical Cybersecurity Gaps in US Water Infrastructure
A concerning EPA watchdog investigation has uncovered major cybersecurity vulnerabilities in drinking water systems serving 193 million Americans. The report highlights inadequate security protocols and emergency response planning, raising alarms about potential cyber attacks that could disrupt or contaminate water supplies.
The Hidden Danger of Useless Security Controls: Wasting Resources and Undermining Cybersecurity
Many organizations implement ineffective security measures that waste resources and potentially make systems less secure. Learn how to identify and eliminate these useless controls to focus on genuine cybersecurity challenges.
Massive Data Breach at Set Forth Exposes 1.5 Million Debt Relief Clients
Set Forth, a prominent debt relief firm, has suffered a major data breach, compromising personal information of 1.5 million Americans. The incident highlights the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in the financial services industry.
CFPB Warns Staff to Limit Phone Use Amid Salt Typhoon Cyber Threat
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau advises employees to restrict cellphone usage for work due to a cybersecurity breach by China-linked hackers. The agency urges staff to use secure platforms for communication as a precautionary measure.