Cybersecurity layoffs in 2023: What to expect?

The economic downturn predicted for 2023 will lead to layoffs but cybersecurity workers will be least affected, says the latest (ISC)² report. Also, as soon as things get better, they will likely be the first ones to get (re)hired. Execs have realized … Continue reading Cybersecurity layoffs in 2023: What to expect?

Germany Appoints Central Bank IT Chief to Head Cybersecurity

Germany appointed Claudia Plattner to lead its cybersecurity agency, months after her predecessor was removed following reports of possible problematic ties to Russia.

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Smashing Security podcast #294: The Virgin trains swindler, cyber clowns, and AirTag election debacle

Someone’s election-fiddling is uncovered with an Apple AirTag, a cyber scandal rocks Germany, and a swindler steals a fortune due to trains being delayed.

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Fine-tuning Germany’s cybersecurity strategy

Recently, Eileen Walther, Northwave’s Country Manager for Germany and specialized in information security, was elected the new Vice President of the Cyber Security Council Germany (Cyber-Sicherheitsrat Deutschland). Before joining Northwave, she was he… Continue reading Fine-tuning Germany’s cybersecurity strategy

DOJ, international law enforcement disrupt massive RSOCKS botnet

The search warrant targeted a Florida hosting company alleged to have facilitated the botnet activity.

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Lockbit ransomware attack cripples parts of German library service

One of the largest library services in Germany, EKZ Bibliotheksservice, has been impacted by a ransomware attack that has left book lovers unable to rent and borrow eBooks, audio books, and electronic magazines.

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Germany Shuts Down Russian Dark Web Market Hydra; Seizes $25M in BTC

By Waqas
On Tuesday, April 5th, Germany’s Federal Criminal Police Office (Bundeskriminalamt) announced the seizure and closure of the world’s largest Russian…
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