Tag Archives: Encryption

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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Telegram and Cybersecurity: The Arrest of Pavel Durov

Telegram and Cybersecurity: A Critical Moment On August 24, 2024, French authorities arrested Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, at Le Bourget airport in Paris. This event marks a turning point in how authorities handle cybersecurity and hold tech leaders accountable. The arrest highlights the ongoing struggle to balance user privacy with national […]

Side-channel attacks visualized through an HDMI cable emitting invisible electromagnetic waves intercepted by an AI system.

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 […]

Global encryption regulations symbolized by a digital lock over a world map.

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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Leidos Holdings Data Breach: A Significant Threat to National Security

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 […]

A realistic depiction of the 2024 Dropbox security breach, featuring a cracked Dropbox logo with compromised data such as emails, user credentials, and security tokens spilling out. The background includes red flashing alerts and warning symbols, highlighting the seriousness of the breach.

Dropbox Security Breach 2024: Phishing, Exploited Vulnerabilities

Phishing Tactics: The Bait and Switch in the Aftermath of the Dropbox Security Breach The 2024 Dropbox Security Breach stands as a stark reminder of the ever-evolving cyberthreat landscape and the urgent need for robust security measures. In this comprehensive article, we’ll unravel the intricate details of this breach, examining the tactics employed by attackers, […]

Illustration of an Apple MacBook with a highlighted M-series chip vulnerability, surrounded by symbols of data security breach and a global impact background.

Apple M chip vulnerability: A Breach in Data Security

Apple M chip vulnerability: uncovering a breach in data security Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) have unveiled a critical hardware flaw within Apple’s M-series chips, dubbed the “Apple M chip vulnerability,” marking a significant breach in data security. This vulnerability, referred to as ‘GoFetch,’ highlights […]

ECHR landmark ruling in favor of encrypted messaging, featuring EviCypher NFC HSM technology by Freemindtronic.

Encrypted messaging: ECHR says no to states that want to spy on them

Encrypted messaging: ECHR says no to states that want to spy on them The historic judgment of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) elevates encrypted messaging to the rank of guardian of privacy and freedom of expression. But this also poses security and public order problems. On February 13, 2024, she spoke out in […]