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DIL Observatory: when the World Escalates, the Underground Responds

Digital Intelligence Lab (DIL) launches an observatory for reading cyber events as what they actually are: signals of a broader social and geopolitical reality. The timing rarely lies, and the connection between real-world events and cyber activity is no longer a theoretical framework. It is a documented pattern, traceable across months and geographies. This new…

KnowledgeDeliver LMS Flaw Exploited to Deploy Godzilla and Cobalt Strike

A now-patched high-severity security flaw affecting Digital Knowledge KnowledgeDeliver, a Learning Management System (LMS) popular in Japan, was exploited as a zero-day to deliver the Godzilla web shell and ultimately facilitate the deployment of Cobalt Strike Beacon. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-5426 (CVSS score: 7.5), stems from the use of hard-coded ASP.NET machine keys, leading…

12 Common Online Scam Tactics: Shielding Yourself from Digital Deception

The Internet offers many opportunities for connection, information, and commerce. However, this digital landscape also harbors a dark side: common online scam tactics that trick unsuspecting users into revealing personal information or parting with their money. These scams can be sophisticated and persuasive; even the most tech-savvy individuals can fall victim. This guide explores various…

Pros And Cons Of Open Source CMS

Today, we will show you the pros and cons of open-source CMS. In today’s digital landscape, Content Management Systems (CMS) are the cornerstones of website creation. These software applications empower users to publish content, manage media, and build websites without extensive coding knowledge. However, a crucial decision arises: Open-source or closed-source CMS? Let’s delve into…

CISA chief frets about open-source vulnerabilities, delayed security improvements

Securing some of the open-source technology that serves as the backbone for all modern digital infrastructure is going to require some “hard decisions” amid a wave of malware attacks, the leader of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency said Thursday. “The open-source community is one that I’m particularly worried about when we start to think…

Riverbed introduces new Aternity tools for autonomous IT operations

Riverbed has announced new capabilities for Aternity designed to support autonomous IT operations for digital experience management. The updates help digital workplace teams move toward prevention-focused operations through broader visibility, context-aware intelligence, and governance controls that support automated workflows. Organizations are measured by their ability to deliver frictionless digital experiences that keep employees productive and…

House Republicans roll out national privacy bill

House Republicans unveiled on Wednesday Congress’ latest effort to tackle comprehensive digital privacy legislation for Americans. The Secure Data Act would allow consumers to opt out of data collection for individual businesses for the purposes of targeted advertising, selling to third parties or for use in automated decisionmaking. It would also require companies to inform…

Fireside Chat: PKI has carried digital trust through every tech advance—now comes the hardest one

Public key infrastructure — the authentication and encryption framework that has held digital commerce together through every chaotic leap forward in technology — is facing a double whammy. Related: Achieveing AI security won’t be easy Autonomous AI agents are flooding enterprise networks, most without verified identities or any meaningful governance. What’s more, quantum computers are…

EU pushes for stronger cloud sovereignty, awards €180 million to four providers

The European Commission is stepping up efforts to strengthen the EU’s digital sovereignty by awarding a cloud services tender worth up to €180 million over six years. The initiative gives EU institutions and agencies access to sovereign cloud services delivered by a group of Europe-based providers. Four vendors were selected under the tender. Post Telecom…

As AI Accelerates Software Complexity, Thoughtworks Technology Radar Urges a Return to Engineering Fundamentals to Combat Cognitive Debt

Thoughtworks, a global technology consultancy that integrates design, engineering and AI to drive digital innovation, today released volume 34 of the Technology Radar, a biannual report informed by the organisations’ experiences with clients. This edition spotlights a critical inflection point in the industry; while AI-assisted software development represents a radical transformation, it is also actively…

What Is Digitization vs Digitalization vs Digital Transformation?

In today’s digital landscape, the terms “digitization,” “digitalization,” and “digital transformation” are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion about their distinct meanings and business implications.  While these three concepts are interconnected, each represents a unique approach to leveraging technology to drive organizational change and growth. Understanding the nuances between them is crucial for companies seeking…

TeamViewer unveils AI-driven Tia Reporting at Gartner Digital Workplace Summit

TeamViewer recently introduced Tia Reporting at Gartner Digital Workplace Summit. The new conversational AI capability within TeamViewer DEX accelerates IT decision-making by generating real‑time dashboards from simple natural‑language prompts. TeamViewer marked the launch with the first activation of the new global brand campaign, Fix it before they feel it, which highlights its leading value proposition in Autonomous Endpoint Management (AEM)…

Google races to secure encryption before quantum threats arrive

Google is preparing for the quantum era, a turning point in digital security, with a 2029 timeline for post-quantum cryptography (PQC) migration. Security professionals warn that current encryption could be broken by large-scale quantum computers in the coming years. This risk is already relevant due to store-now-decrypt-later attacks. Google says organizations should adopt NIST-developed PQC…

How Businesses Can Protect Sensitive Mailroom Workflow in a Digital Age

In this post, you will learn how businesses can protect sensitive mailroom workflow in a digital age. Mailrooms are no longer just a place where packages are received and sorted. They are critical control points where sensitive information, valuable assets, and internal operations intersect. Yet many businesses still rely on outdated processes that expose them…

6 Best Digital Forensics Tools Used in 2026

This guide is for security professionals, IT teams, and investigators evaluating the best digital forensics tools in 2026, covering top platforms and how they support modern investigations.  As cyber incidents, insider threats, and legal disputes become more complex, organizations need reliable tools to collect, analyze, and preserve digital evidence across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.…

Indigo Appoints Ilex Content Strategies as its Marketing and Communications Agency of Record

Indigo Telecom Group, a strategic partner for critical digital infrastructure, has appointed  Ilex Content Strategies, a global B2B marketing and communications agency, as its marketing and communications agency of record. Ilex will support brand and messaging development, account-based marketing, content creation, internal communications, and Borderless PR as Indigo drives global growth.      Indigo serves critical digital infrastructure providers, from…

New Kingston IronKey USB drive delivers enterprise-grade data security

Kingston Digital has announced the launch of the next-generation IronKey Locker+ 50 G2 (LP50 G2) hardware-encrypted USB flash drive. The drive provides enterprise-grade security with FIPS 197 and AES 256-bit hardware encryption in XTS mode. It also safeguards against BadUSB with digitally signed firmware and against brute force password attacks. LP50G2 features a premium space…

Telstra Health introduces Smart Connect to streamline pathology eRequesting for GPs, patients and pathology providers

COMPANY NEWS:  Telstra Health, Australia’s largest digital health technology company, has today launched Smart Connect, a new pathology eRequesting capability within MedicalDirector Clinical, designed to replace manual, paper-based pathology requests with a fully digital workflow. The feature launches with Healius Pathology Network as its first integrated partner.

Telus Digital hit with massive data breach

Telus Digital, which provides business process outsourcing (BPO) services to a range of organizations worldwide, has been hit with a massive cyberattack conducted by extortion group ShinyHunters The group, which has been in operation since 2020, specializes in stealing data from Salesforce and other SaaS vendors, and has also recently been conducting voice phishing (vishing)…

Transforming campus IT operations to enhance student experiences

GUEST OPINION: Universities are under growing pressure to deliver consistent, high-quality digital services for students, academics, and researchers. IT teams at these institutions are expected to provide uninterrupted availability and seamless experiences across complex ecosystems spanning core enterprise platforms, cloud infrastructure, and teaching technologies. This challenge is compounded by budget constraints, limited headcount, and the…

Why Digital Identity Is Becoming the Backbone of Cybersecurity

In this post, I will show you why digital identity is becoming the backbone of cybersecurity. Cybersecurity used to focus primarily on protecting networks, devices, and software from unauthorized access. Firewalls, antivirus programs, and intrusion detection systems formed the first line of defense for businesses and organizations. While these tools remain essential, the nature of…

Samsung brings Digital Home Key to Samsung Wallet, extending secure access to the home

Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of Digital Home Key, a new feature within Samsung Wallet built on Aliro, a standardized smart lock access protocol that enables Samsung Galaxy users to unlock compatible smart door locks using their smartphone. This feature expands Samsung Wallet’s digital key capabilities beyond vehicles to the home, offering a secure…

Review: Digital Forensics, Investigation, and Response, 5th Edition

Digital Forensics, Investigation, and Response, 5th Edition presents a structured survey of the digital forensics discipline. The book spans foundational principles, platform specific analysis, specialized branches, and incident response integration. About the author Chuck Easttom has many years of practical experience across a wide range of computer science, mathematics, and related fields. He holds a…

Thoughtworks and IDC Report Reveals Most Organisations Trapped in Costly Legacy Cycles; Only 12% Achieve True AI-Driven Operations

GUEST RESEARCH:  Thoughtworks, a global technology consultancy integrating design, engineering and AI to drive digital innovation, today released findings from its global report, titled; “Modernisation Is No Longer a Project: AI-Enabled Managed Services for Continuous Change.” The data reveals a critical disconnect between AI adoption and maturity in IT operations. The report delves into what separates…

Cybersecurity Tech Predictions for 2026: Operating in a World of Permanent Instability

In 2025, navigating the digital seas still felt like a matter of direction. Organizations charted routes, watched the horizon, and adjusted course to reach safe harbors of resilience, trust, and compliance. In 2026, the seas are no longer calm between storms. Cybersecurity now unfolds in a state of continuous atmospheric instability: AI-driven threats that adapt in…

Safe and Inclusive E‑Society: How Lithuania Is Bracing for AI‑Driven Cyber Fraud

Presentation of the KTU Consortium Mission ‘A Safe and Inclusive Digital Society’ at the Innovation Agency event ‘Innovation Breakfast: How Mission-Oriented Science and Innovation Programmes Will Address Societal Challenges’. Technologies are evolving fast, reshaping economies, governance, and daily life. Yet, as innovation accelerates, so do digital risks. Technological change is no longer

How Digital Training Programs Support Skills in Healthcare Settings

In this post, I will show you how digital training programs support skills in healthcare settings. Healthcare workers should keep updating their information to provide safe and effective care. In such environments, digital training programs have emerged as a critical component of the skill development strategy. Frequent learning opportunities allow staff to build familiarity and…

Why Audio Hacking is the Modern Office’s Biggest Security Gap

GUEST OPINION: The Threat: “Audio Hacking” (or Aural Espionage) bypasses digital firewalls by targeting spoken data in open-plan offices. The Vector: High-sensitivity microphones on laptops and unsecured “breakout zones” leak sensitive C-suite strategy. The Fix: Treating acoustic isolation as a “Physical VPN” using ISO 23351-1 rated office pod as barriers. Best For: CISOs, IT Directors,…

Why Audio Hacking is the Modern Office’s Biggest Security Gap

Executive Summary The Threat: “Audio Hacking” (or Aural Espionage) bypasses digital firewalls by targeting spoken data in open-plan offices. The Vector: High-sensitivity microphones on laptops and unsecured “breakout zones” leak sensitive C-suite strategy. The Fix: Treating acoustic isolation as a “Physical VPN” using ISO 23351-1 rated office pod as barriers. Best For: CISOs, IT Directors,…

TikTok under EU pressure to change its addictive algorithm

The European Commission has issued preliminary findings that say TikTok breaches the Digital Services Act due to its addictive design. The Commission opened a formal investigation into TikTok in February 2024. The probe examined whether the platform meets its obligations as a very large online platform under the Digital Services Act. These obligations include identifying…

TikTok under EU pressure to change its addictive algorithm

The European Commission has issued preliminary findings that say TikTok breaches the Digital Services Act due to its addictive design. The Commission opened a formal investigation into TikTok in February 2024. The probe examined whether the platform meets its obligations as a very large online platform under the Digital Services Act. These obligations include identifying…

United Airlines CISO on building resilience when disruption is inevitable

Aviation runs on complex digital systems built for stability, safety, and long lifecycles. That reality creates a unique cybersecurity challenge for airlines, where disruption can quickly become an operational and public trust crisis. In this Help Net Security interview, Deneen DeFiore, VP and CISO at United Airlines, explains how the company approaches modernization without compromising…

United Airlines CISO on building resilience when disruption is inevitable

Aviation runs on complex digital systems built for stability, safety, and long lifecycles. That reality creates a unique cybersecurity challenge for airlines, where disruption can quickly become an operational and public trust crisis. In this Help Net Security interview, Deneen DeFiore, VP and CISO at United Airlines, explains how the company approaches modernization without compromising…

Digital Fingerprinting in 2026: What Platforms Know About You Before You Click

Platforms don’t need cookies to track you. Learn how digital fingerprinting works across four layers and practical steps to reduce your exposure. You cleared your cookies. You’re using incognito mode. Maybe you even have a VPN running. None of that matters as much as you think. Modern platforms don’t need cookies to identify you. They’ve…

Why API Security Is No Longer an AppSec Problem – And What Security Leaders Must Do Instead

APIs are one of the most important technologies in digital business ecosystems. And yet, the responsibility for their security often falls to AppSec teams – and that’s a problem.  This organizational mismatch creates systemic risk: business teams assume APIs are “secured,” while attackers exploit logic flaws, authorization gaps, and automated attacks in production. As Tim…

Why API Security Is No Longer an AppSec Problem – And What Security Leaders Must Do Instead

APIs are one of the most important technologies in digital business ecosystems. And yet, the responsibility for their security often falls to AppSec teams – and that’s a problem.  This organizational mismatch creates systemic risk: business teams assume APIs are “secured,” while attackers exploit logic flaws, authorization gaps, and automated attacks in production. As Tim…

Why API Security Is No Longer an AppSec Problem – And What Security Leaders Must Do Instead

APIs are one of the most important technologies in digital business ecosystems. And yet, the responsibility for their security often falls to AppSec teams – and that’s a problem.  This organizational mismatch creates systemic risk: business teams assume APIs are “secured,” while attackers exploit logic flaws, authorization gaps, and automated attacks in production. As Tim…

Why API Security Is No Longer an AppSec Problem – And What Security Leaders Must Do Instead

APIs are one of the most important technologies in digital business ecosystems. And yet, the responsibility for their security often falls to AppSec teams – and that’s a problem.  This organizational mismatch creates systemic risk: business teams assume APIs are “secured,” while attackers exploit logic flaws, authorization gaps, and automated attacks in production. As Tim…

Why API Security Is No Longer an AppSec Problem – And What Security Leaders Must Do Instead

APIs are one of the most important technologies in digital business ecosystems. And yet, the responsibility for their security often falls to AppSec teams – and that’s a problem.  This organizational mismatch creates systemic risk: business teams assume APIs are “secured,” while attackers exploit logic flaws, authorization gaps, and automated attacks in production. As Tim…

Why API Security Is No Longer an AppSec Problem – And What Security Leaders Must Do Instead

APIs are one of the most important technologies in digital business ecosystems. And yet, the responsibility for their security often falls to AppSec teams – and that’s a problem.  This organizational mismatch creates systemic risk: business teams assume APIs are “secured,” while attackers exploit logic flaws, authorization gaps, and automated attacks in production. As Tim…