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Security News Update for August 17, 2024

White House Working on Cyber Insurance Policy for Catastrophes The White House is working on a policy proposal to stabilize the economy in case of a massive cyber incident. This would require help from Congress, of course, but it is certainly possible that we could have a cyber 9/11 that would require a federal bailout. […]

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Expect More Foreign Attacks Before November

While this is far from the biggest breach of the year, it is likely the one with the most political impact. At least so far. I assume the campaigns are doubling or tripling down on their security. Last week Politico said that it received multiple emails from a leaker who said that they hacked the […]

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More Stingray cell site simulator stories

Ars Technica reported about yet another case where prosecutors dropped charges against 4 suspects who robbed 7 people, including one who needed 18 stitches, rather than disclose information about the use of a Harris Stingray. Or at least that’s what we think.  The cops told the press that is was not related to “technology” (preferring […]

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