Category Archives: Digital Security

Digital security is the process of protecting your online identity, data, and other assets from intruders, such as hackers, scammers, and fraudsters. It is essential for trust in the digital age, as well as for innovation, competitiveness, and growth. This field covers the economic and social aspects of cybersecurity, as opposed to purely technical aspects and those related to criminal law enforcement or national and international security.

In this category, you will find articles related to digital security that have a direct or indirect connection with the activities of Freemindtronic Andorra or that may interest the readers of the article published in this category. You will learn about the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in this field, as well as the best practices and recommendations from experts and organizations such as the OECD. You will also discover how to protect your personal data from being used and sold by companies without your consent.

Whether you are an individual, a business owner, or a policy maker, you will benefit from reading these articles and gaining more knowledge and awareness about this topic and its importance for your online safety and prosperity. Some of the topics that you will find in this category are:

  • How to prevent and respond to cyberattacks
  • How to use encryption and cryptography to secure your data
  • How to manage risks and vulnerabilities
  • How to comply with laws and regulations
  • How to foster a culture of security in your organization
  • How to educate yourself and others about this topic

We hope that you will enjoy reading these articles and that they will inspire you to take action to improve your security. If you have any questions or feedback, please feel free to contact us.

Why Encrypt SMS? NFC card protecting encrypted SMS communications from espionage and corruption on Android NFC phone.
16
Dec
2024, Digital Security

Why Encrypt SMS? FBI and CISA Recommendations

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French Minister at G7 holding a hacked smartphone, with a Bahraini minister warning him about a cyberattack.
06
Dec
2024, Digital Security

French Minister Phone Hack: Jean-Noël Barrot’s G7 Breach

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Government office under cyber threat from Salt Typhoon cyber attack, with digital lines and data streams symbolizing espionage targeting mobile and computer networks.
14
Nov
2024, Digital Security

Salt Typhoon & Flax Typhoon: Cyber Espionage Threats Targeting Government Agencies

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Salt Typhoon – The Cyber Threat Targeting Government Agencies Salt Typhoon and Flax Typhoon represent two related state-sponsored cyber espionage campaigns that have significantly impacted government agencies. These sophisticated attacks utilize advanced phishing, spyware, and zero-day vulnerabilities to infiltrate government systems and steal sensitive data. The growing sophistication of these campaigns highlights the critical need […]

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Cyberattack exploits backdoors in telecom systems showing a breach of sensitive data through legal surveillance vulnerabilities.
15
Oct
2024, Digital Security

Cyberattack Exploits Backdoors: What You Need to Know

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Cyberattack Exploits Backdoors: What You Need to Know In October 2024, a cyberattack exploited backdoors within U.S. telecom systems, revealing critical vulnerabilities. Salt Typhoon, a Chinese hacker group, leveraged legal backdoors designed for lawful surveillance to access sensitive data intercepted through wiretaps. This incident highlights the growing global risk of backdoor exploitation, where tools intended […]

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Google Sheets interface showing malware activity, with the keyphrase 'Google Sheets Malware Voldemort' subtly integrated into the image, representing cyber espionage.
03
Sep
2024, Digital Security

Google Sheets Malware: The Voldemort Threat

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Sheets Malware: A Growing Cybersecurity Concern Google Sheets, a widely used collaboration tool, has shockingly become a playground for cybercriminals. Recent cybersecurity research uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign leveraging Google Sheets’ features for large-scale cyberespionage. The malware, dubbed “Voldemort,” is engineered to infiltrate systems, exfiltrate sensitive data, and execute commands remotely. It masks its malicious […]

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Operation Dual Face - Russian Espionage Hacking Tools in a high-tech cybersecurity control room showing Russian involvement
31
Aug
2024, Articles, Digital Security, News

Russian Espionage Hacking Tools Revealed

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Russian Espionage Hacking Tools: Discovery and Initial Findings Russian espionage hacking tools were uncovered by Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) on August 29, 2024, during an investigation prompted by unusual activity on Mongolian government websites. These sites had been compromised for several months. Russian hackers, linked to the SVR, embedded sophisticated malware into these sites […]

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Side-channel attacks visualized through an HDMI cable emitting invisible electromagnetic waves intercepted by an AI system.
20
Aug
2024, Digital Security, Spying, Technical News

Side-Channel Attacks via HDMI and AI: An Emerging Threat

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Understanding the Impact and Evolution of Side-Channel Attacks in Modern Cybersecurity Side-channel attacks, also known as side-channel exploitation, involve intercepting electromagnetic emissions from HDMI cables to capture and reconstruct the data displayed on a screen. These attacks, which were previously limited to analog signals like VGA, have now become possible on digital signals thanks to […]

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Depiction of OpenVPN security vulnerabilities showing a globe with digital connections, the OpenVPN logo with cracks, and red warning symbols indicating a global breach.
12
Aug
2024, Digital Security

OpenVPN Security Vulnerabilities Pose Global Security Risks

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Critical OpenVPN Vulnerabilities Pose Global Security Risks OpenVPN security vulnerabilities have come to the forefront, affecting millions of users globally. Microsoft recently highlighted these critical flaws, which are present in the widely-used open-source project OpenVPN. This project integrates with routers, firmware, PCs, mobile devices, and smart devices. Attackers could exploit these flaws to execute remote […]

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Multiple computer screens displaying data breach alerts in a dark room, with the Pentagon in the background.
25
Jul
2024, Digital Security

Leidos Holdings Data Breach: A Significant Threat to National Security

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A Major Intrusion Unveiled In July 2024, the Leidos Holdings data breach came to light, revealing sensitive internal documents on a cybercriminal forum. These documents exposed critical vulnerabilities within the IT infrastructure of several U.S. government agencies, including the Pentagon, Homeland Security, and NASA. The details of the breach remain unclear, but initial reports suggest […]

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