Cyber Security Today, June 5, 2023 – Data stolen from Swiss authorities, a new skimmer attack on Web sites, and more
This episode reports on the new BlackSuit ransomware strain, a EU privacy fine that Microsoft expect
Spam campaign targets government, websites with hacking ads
An extensive spam campaign has targeted the official websites of several state, county, and municipal governments in the United States, as well as federal agencies and many colleges with hacking service ads. The scammers posted PDF adverts promising hacking services on websites ending in.gov and.edu domains. California, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Ohio, Washington, and Wyoming […]
Amazon considers entry into mobile market
Telecom shares fluctuated due to a Bloomberg report suggesting Amazon might enter the mobile market as a reseller. According to the report, Amazon is in discussions with major telecom carriers such as Verizon, T-Mobile, and Dish about potentially reselling their mobile services to Prime members. Amazon may provide discounted or even free programs to Prime […]
Challenger, Gray & Christmas reports rise in AI-driven layoffs
According to data from Challenger, Gray & Christmas, there has been a rise in job layoffs as a result of increased interest in AI’s enhanced organizational skills. AI played a big part in the loss of over 4,000 jobs last month, as businesses increasingly appreciate the technology’s ability to simplify operations and cut workloads. Over […]
U.S. Air Force denies AI drone incident
The United States Air Force has denied press reports that an AI-controlled drone purposely harmed its pilot during a simulation. In an official statement, the U.S. Air Force stated that no such exercise involving AI and drones had taken place. It said that the story’s source “misspoke,” and it contradicts Colonel Tucker Hamilton, the U.S. […]
