In Other News: Automotive CTF, Deepfake Scams, Singapore’s OT Security Masterplan

Noteworthy stories that might have slipped under the radar: automotive CTF with $100k in prizes, deepfake scams, and Singapore’s OT security masterplan for 2024.

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Check Point, Cisco Boost AI Investments With Latest Deals

Cisco’s deal to acquire Robust Intelligence will make it possible to use red team algorithms to assess risk in AI models and applications, while Check Point’s acquisition of Cyberint will add threat intelligence to its SOC platform.

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New Malware Masquerades as Palo Alto VPN Targeting Middle East Users

Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a new campaign that potentially targets users in the Middle East through malware that disguises itself as Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect virtual private network (VPN) tool.

“The malware can execute remote PowerShell commands, download and exfiltrate files, encrypt communications, and bypass sandbox solutions, representing a significant threat to

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Cisco Bolsters AI Security by Buying Robust Intelligence

Cisco is strengthening its AI security by acquiring Robust Intelligence, a startup led by a former Harvard professor. This acquisition emphasizes the importance of AI security in modern IT infrastructure.

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Unpatchable Zero-Day in Surveillance Cameras is Being Exploited to Install Mirai

The vulnerability, known as CVE-2024-7029, allows attackers to remotely execute commands on the compromised device. The targeted device is the AVM1203 surveillance camera from AVTECH.

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California Passes Landmark Bill Requiring Easier Data Sharing Opt-Outs for Consumers

California has passed a landmark bill that requires internet browsers and mobile operating systems to make it easier for consumers to opt out of sharing their private data with websites for targeted advertising.

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Philippines: Intel Fusion Center Eyed to Boost Cybersecurity

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is focusing on enhancing cybersecurity in the Philippines through the National CyberSecurity Plan (NCSP) 2023-2028.

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INE Security Named 2024 SC Awards Finalist

Cary, North Carolina, 30th August 2024, CyberNewsWire

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PoorTry Windows Driver Deletes Crucial Files to Impairs Windows Computers

The PoorTry Windows driver, originally used to disable EDR solutions, has now evolved into an EDR wiper, deleting crucial files to make system restoration harder. Sophos has confirmed actual EDR wiping attacks in the wild.

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The top 10 most-searched data security terms in the US: Can you define them?

As the number of data breaches soars, people are trying to become more educated about their sensitive data. Here’s what they’re searching for.

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