Global counter-ransomware task force to become active in January

The task force led by Australia is the latest step in a global effort that began in Washington to fight cyberattacks.

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Global counter-ransomware task force to become active in January

The task force led by Australia is the latest step in a global effort that began in Washington to fight cyberattacks.

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Insiders worry CISA is too distracted from critical cyber mission

The agency appears to be struggling with internal divisions, morale problems and growing concerns about leadership priorities.

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NSA cyber director warns of Russia digital assaults on global energy sector

The agency’s cyber director, Rob Joyce, also said he’s worried that TikTok has the ability to conduct ‘large scale influence.’

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Russian disinformation rampant on far-right social media platforms

The report found a web of 35 accounts linked to suspected Russian information operators spreading lies about rigged elections, the Ukraine war and political issues.

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White House argues platforms should be liable if algorithms promote harmful content

The Biden administration argues that companies such as Google should be responsible for harmful content their algorithms promote.

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US National Cyber Director plans Japan trip to bolster digital cooperation

Inglis’s trip reflects Japan’s status as an increasingly important ally on cybersecurity, particularly as the administration focuses more on China.

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$858 billion defense bill focuses heavily on cyber. These are some highlights.

The National Defense Authorization Act omits some efforts such as one to compel federal contractors to provide software bills of material.

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DHS Cyber Safety Review Board to focus on Lapsus$ hackers

DHS officials said Lapsus$ is the perfect target for the next CSRB report and described the hacking group’s hacks as “ongoing.”

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Beyond Trump, Twitter welcomes back purveyors of far-right disinformation

Soon after allowing Trump’s return to Twitter, Musk brought back other accounts that have promoted disinformation frequently in the past.

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