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@LarryVNN shared
On Jul 1, 2021
RT @EamonJavers: NSA and global agencies release a new cyber advisory “exposing malicious cyber activities by Russian military intelligence against U.S. and global organizations, starting from mid-2019 and likely ongoing.” https://t.co/blFERZ5hgK
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NSA, Partners Release Cybersecurity Advisory on Brute Force Global Cyber Campaign

NSA, Partners Release Cybersecurity Advisory on Brute Force Global Cyber Campaign

The National Security Agency (NSA), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) ...

@LarryVNN shared
On Jul 5, 2021
RT @Reuters: After Didi, China launches cybersecurity probe into more U.S.-listed firms https://t.co/CCVYDL2jnM https://t.co/Bq9xkOyyiF
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After Didi, China launches cybersecurity probe into more U.S.-listed firms

After Didi, China launches cybersecurity probe into more U.S.-listed firms

China's cyberspace watchdog said on Monday it is investigating online recruiter Zhipin.com, and truck-hailing apps Huochebang and Yunmanman, ramping up a crackdown on the mainland's tech ...

@DrInfoSec shared
On Jul 5, 2021
RT @WeldPond: Demanding a ransom based on attacking a single vendor vulnerability puts more pressure on that vendor from its customers. This is a new escalation in ransomware tactics. https://t.co/ht8rTqPIXf
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Ransomware group demands $70 million for Kaseya attack

Ransomware group demands $70 million for Kaseya attack

The ransomware group REvil has demanded a $70 million payment in Bitcoin for a decryptor tool following its attack on the software vendor Kaseya, cyber researchers say.

@hackernoon shared
On Jul 2, 2021
"Blockchain Applications in The Public Sector" by @LiskHQ https://t.co/YaWu9fye2b #lisk #blockchain
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Blockchain Applications in The Public Sector

Blockchain Applications in The Public Sector

Well functioning public services are crucial for the functioning of society and this, in turn, has a large impact on the economy.

@DrInfoSec shared
On Jul 1, 2021
This major ransomware attack was foiled at the last minute. Here's how they spotted it. https://t.co/e3nwvObdEZ [who takes over 100 machines and uses a well-known attacks tool?]
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This major ransomware attack was foiled at the last minute. Here's how they spotted it

This major ransomware attack was foiled at the last minute. Here's how they spotted it

Cybersecurity researchers detail what they found during an investigation into an attempted ransomware attack - and what other organisations can learn to avoid becoming victims.

@bernardmoon shared
On Jul 5, 2021
China regulator orders Didi ride-hailing app removed from stores https://t.co/KC8Cmi48u4 via @Verge
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@LarryVNN shared
On Jul 5, 2021
RT @Reuters: Hackers demand $70 mln to restore data held by companies hit in cyberattack - blog https://t.co/ViA4IVEMwi https://t.co/JWLX9bYV2z
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Hackers demand $70 mln to restore data held by companies hit in cyberattack - blog

Hackers demand $70 mln to restore data held by companies hit in cyberattack - blog

Hackers suspected to be behind a mass extortion attack that affected hundreds of companies worldwide late on Sunday demanded $70 million to restore the data they are holding ransom, ...

@jolosousa shared
On Jul 2, 2021
The IF Statement on the "tax challenges arising from the digitalisation of the economy" mentions digital in the title, in the 1st para. and shortly about removing unilateral DSTs. On July 14, the EU Commission proposes the "complementary" digital levy. https://t.co/C1wj6KIMYr
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Washington: Delay the EU digital levy

Washington: Delay the EU digital levy

The Commission plans to propose the initiative in mid-July.