How ChatGPT can turn anyone into a ransomware and malware threat actor

December 15, 2022

Since OpenAI launched ChatGPT at the end of November, commentators on all sides have been concerned about the impact AI-driven content-creation will have, particularly in the realm of cybersecurity. In fact, many researchers are concerned that generative AI solutions will democratise cybercrime.  With ChatGPT, any user can enter a query and generate malicious code and convincing phishing emails without any technical … More How ChatGPT can turn anyone into a ransomware and malware threat actor

Traveling for the holidays? Stay cyber‑safe with these tips

December 15, 2022

Holiday travel is back with a vengeance this year. Set yourself up for a cyber-safe and hassle-free trip with our checklist. You’ve successfully avoided all sorts of shopping scams while hunting for bargains this holiday season, and now the time has come to drive, fly or take a train home for Christmas. You’re taking time off to … More Traveling for the holidays? Stay cyber‑safe with these tips

Executives are four times more likely to be victims of phishing than workers

December 14, 2022

According to SC Magazine, a report by Ivanti has revealed that leaders also engage in dangerous behavior and are four times more likely to be victims of phishing compared with office workers. Some other findings: Professional cyberattackers favorably target those with more permissions, access or power within a company due to the far greater consequences … More Executives are four times more likely to be victims of phishing than workers

Uber Says Third Party Responsible for Latest Breach

December 13, 2022

As reported by govinfosecurity, an actor going by the handle “UberLeak” on Saturday posted online a number of files available for free download purporting to originate from Uber. Bleeping Computer and Restore Privacy each reported the news. Although UberLeak references Lapsus$, the files “are unrelated to our security incident in September,” an Uber spokesperson told Information Security Media … More Uber Says Third Party Responsible for Latest Breach

Top tips for security‑ and privacy‑enhancing holiday gifts

December 13, 2022

Think outside the (gift) box. Here are a few ideas for security and privacy gifts to get for your relatives – or even for yourself. Some don’t cost a penny! Thanks to a decade or more of big-name data breaches, global privacy scandals and consumer rights legislation like the GDPR, we’re all more aware of … More Top tips for security‑ and privacy‑enhancing holiday gifts