Tag Archives: Data protection

Illustration of a Russian APT44 (Sandworm) cyber spy exploiting QR codes to infiltrate Signal, highlighting advanced phishing techniques and vulnerabilities in secure messaging platforms.

APT44 QR Code Phishing: New Cyber Espionage Tactics

APT44 Sandworm: The Elite Russian Cyber Espionage Unit Unmasking Sandworm’s sophisticated cyber espionage strategies and their global impact. APT44, widely recognized as Sandworm, has been at the core of several global cyber espionage operations. The group’s latest method — QR code phishing — targets platforms trusted for privacy, exploiting their vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access. […]

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How to Defending Against Keyloggers: A Complete Guide

What is a keylogger? Successfully Defending Against Keyloggers involves understanding that they are software or hardware tools specifically designed to track and record keystrokes, usually without the user’s knowledge. They are used in both legitimate (e.g., parental controls) and malicious (e.g., spying and password theft) contexts. History of Keyloggers Keyloggers started as simple hardware devices […]

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New Microsoft Uninstallable Recall: Enhanced Security at Its Core

Microsoft’s Revamped Recall System Microsoft recently overhauled its Recall feature, which had faced criticism for security and privacy issues. The new version delivers enhanced protection and better control over personal data, responding directly to concerns raised by users and privacy experts. Key Features of Microsoft’s New Uninstallable Recall Recall is an activity journal that allows users […]

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SeedNFC HSM Products Warranty

Highly realistic 3D padlock representing AES-256 CBC encryption with advanced key segmentation, featuring fingerprint scanner, facial recognition, and secure server segments on a white background.

AES-256 CBC, Quantum Security, and Key Segmentation: A Rigorous Scientific Approach

Background: The Foundations of Quantum Security in AES-256 Understanding AES-256 in Classical Cryptography AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), especially its 256-bit variant, provides robust protection for sensitive data. The robustness of AES-256 arises from the complexity of its encryption operations, which require a 256-bit key. This key length makes brute-force attacks nearly impossible on classical computers. […]

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

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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Cybercrime Treaty 2024: UN’s Historic Agreement

UN Cybersecurity Treaty Establishes Global Cooperation The UN has actively taken a historic step by agreeing on the first-ever global cybercrime treaty. This significant agreement, outlined by the United Nations, demonstrates a commitment to enhancing global cybersecurity. The treaty paves the way for stronger international collaboration against the escalating threat of cyberattacks. As we examine […]

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Encryption Dual-Use Regulation under EU Law

Legal Framework and Key Terminology in Encryption Dual-Use Regulation Definition of Dual-Use Encryption under EU Regulation Under EU Regulation 2021/821, encryption technologies are classified as dual-use items due to their potential applications in both civilian and military contexts. Key terms such as “cryptography,” “asymmetric algorithm,” and “symmetric algorithm” are essential for understanding how these regulations […]

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OpenVPN Security Vulnerabilities Pose Global Security Risks

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 […]