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New cybersecurity partnership aims to improve incident response readiness

The collaboration will combine Redpoint's response services with Cytactic's AI-powered management platform, with the goal of improving preparedness and coordination before, during, and after attacks.

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Iran-linked hackers may target US firms and critical infrastructure, US government warns

 An illustration of a cyber hacker and the Iranian flag.

US hospitals, critical infrastructure brace for retaliatory Iran-backed cyberattacks

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National Cyber Directorate urges immediate action to secure cameras amid heightened security risks


Hackers steal $48 million in cryptocurrency used by Iran to fund terror

The same group, which is reportedly affiliated with Israel, also hacked the IRGC-controlled Sepah bank on Tuesday

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Cyberattack on IRGC-controlled bank causes disruptions, Iranian media claims

Anti-regime activist group "Gonjeshke Darande" (Predatory Sparrow) claimed responsibility for the attack

 Iranians walk past a Sepah Bank branch in the capital Tehran, on June 15, 2022; illustrative.

700% spike in cyberattacks on Israel since strike on Iran - Radware

Government websites, financial institutions, telecommunications companies, and critical infrastructure are among the variety of targets for the attacks.

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US probes effort to impersonate White House Chief of Staff, WSJ reports

The report said Wiles had told associates that some of her cellphone contacts had been hacked, allowing the impersonator to access private phone numbers.

 President-elect Trump brings Susie Wiles to the podium at an election night

Shin Bet foils 85 Iranian cyber infiltration attempts on Israelis

Among those targeted were senior officials in the defense establishment, political figures, journalists, academics, and media professionals.

 A conversation between an Iranian agent posing as Government Secretary Yossi Fuchs, and an Israeli.

Cyber arms race: Can Israel stay ahead of the increased threats of the Israel-Hamas War? - watch

Perry describes how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing the field, how Israel keeps its dominance in the sector, and what the biggest cyber threats private citizens are facing today.

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Ex-cyber chief: 'Q-day' could lead to hacking of nuclear weapons

“What will be the October 7 in the cyber space and are we ready for it? To meet this kind of challenge, we need to build better resilience, improve the culture of sharing, change all of the time."

 A missile is launched during a joint exercise called the 'Great Prophet 17', in the southwest of Iran, December 24, 2021. Picture taken December 24, 2021.

Cyber diplomacy or a strategic retreat? US stopping cyber-offensive operations against Russia

The decision to scale back offensive cyber operations comes amid calls from lawmakers and security officials for a stronger US response to cyber threats

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Israel ranked second most targeted country for cyberattacks

In 2023, Israel was in fourth place for the number of attacks after India, the US, and Ukraine.

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Russian-linked bots sow fear, distrust ahead of German vote, researchers find

Cyber experts warn that Russian bots are flooding social media with fake terror threats ahead of Germany’s election.

 People attend an election campaign event of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) in Heidenheim, Germany, February 9, 2025.

Significant increase of fraud, cyberattacks against Israelis amid Israel-Hamas war - study

"Cyberattack and harassment attempts against civilians have increased by tens of percent over the past year," said VP of Community and Social Affairs Edan Ring.

 Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram apps are seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021