Government has a critical warning for these Android users – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-118050475,imgsize-28748,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/government-has-a-critical-warning-for-these-android-users.jpg The government’s cybersecurity watchdog, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a high-risk security advisory regarding multiple vulnerabilities found in Android systems. These security flaws can allow attackers to gain unauthorised access, execute arbitrary code, and destabilise systems, potentially leading to privilege escalation, data theft, ...
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Meta’s WhatsApp says Israeli spyware company Paragon targeted users, ET CIO
Meta’s WhatsApp says Israeli spyware company Paragon targeted users, ET CIO By Raphael Satter WASHINGTON: An official with Meta’s popular WhatsApp chat service said Israeli spyware company Paragon Solutions had targeted scores of its users, including journalists and members of civil society. The official said on Friday that WhatsApp had sent Paragon a cease-and-desist letter following the hack. In a ...
Read More »India’s digital transformation may peak in a decade, but cybersecurity lags: Zoho survey – ET CISO
India’s digital transformation may peak in a decade, but cybersecurity lags: Zoho survey – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117544389,imgsize-5998,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/indias-digital-transformation-may-peak-in-a-decade-but-cybersecurity-lags-reveals-zoho-survey.jpg According to the “Workplace Digital Transformation Survey 2025” global survey by Zoho, India’s workplace digital transformation is likely to peak in 10 years, but is currently lacking in cybersecurity readiness. The study, conducted by Zoho Workplace, the company’s enterprise email and collaboration suite, ...
Read More »MeitY launches ‘Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0’ with ₹6.85 crore prize pool – ET CISO
MeitY launches ‘Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0’ with ₹6.85 crore prize pool – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117285700,imgsize-29956,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/meity-launches-cyber-security-grand-challenge-2-0-with-6-85-crore-prize-pool.jpg Registration are now open till February 14, for innovative solutions in API Security, Data Protection, Wearable Privacy, Clone App Mitigation, AI Threat Detection, and Biometric Security. The government on Wednesday launched the ‘Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0’ (CSGC 2.0) with a total prize money ...
Read More »GenAI can help cos fight cyber threats – ET CISO
GenAI can help cos fight cyber threats – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117285935,imgsize-35032,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/genai-can-help-cos-fight-cyber-threats.jpg As a majority of cybersecurity breaches are due to human errors, advanced tools such as Generative AI (GenAI) can help organisations thwart such threats, according a report by NASSCOM and Data Security Council of India (DSCI). The report has pegged breaches because of human errors to a massive 88%. ...
Read More »AI: the new arsenal of cybercriminals and its growing threat to business – ET CISO
AI: the new arsenal of cybercriminals and its growing threat to business – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117255830,imgsize-9430,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/ai-the-new-arsenal-of-cybercriminals-and-its-growing-threat-to-business.jpg Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries around the world. Although it creates grounds for more innovation and efficiency, it also presents cybercriminals with new opportunities. From automating attacks to outsmarting highly secure systems, AI is undoubtedly a powerful weapon for hackers, posing unprecedented threats to ...
Read More »How the upcoming DPDP Act could reshape BFSI sector’s data practices – ET CISO
How the upcoming DPDP Act could reshape BFSI sector’s data practices – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117042307,imgsize-238860,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/data-breaches/how-the-upcoming-dpdp-act-could-reshape-bfsi-sectors-data-practices.jpg The draft rules under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, released recently, are set to impose significant changes on how banks, non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), and insurance firms handle customer data. The proposed regulations, which mandate explicit customer consent for data sharing and restrict ...
Read More »Agnelo Dsouza has joined Adani Airports – ET CISO
Agnelo Dsouza has joined Adani Airports – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117021065,imgsize-3278,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/ciso-movement/agnelo-dsouza-has-joined-adani-airports.jpg Cyber Security Leader Mr. Agnelo Dsouza has Joined Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) as their Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Excited about his new role, Mr. Dsouza said that he is responsible for defining and implementing the Cyber Security Strategy for AAHL In his previous role, Mr. Dsouza was the ...
Read More »China protests US sanctions for its alleged role in hacking, complains of foreign hacker attacks – ET CISO
China protests US sanctions for its alleged role in hacking, complains of foreign hacker attacks – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-116993444,imgsize-129880,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/china-protests-us-sanctions-for-its-alleged-role-in-hacking-complains-of-foreign-hacker-attacks.jpg China has slammed a decision by the US Treasury to sanction a Beijing-based cybersecurity company for its alleged role in multiple hacking incidents targeting critical US infrastructure, while the Chinese cyber security agency complained Monday of attacks on Chinese networks. Asked ...
Read More »Outlook 2025: CFOs see geopolitical tensions, cybersecurity threats, and inflationary pressures top risks for India Inc – ET CISO
Outlook 2025: CFOs see geopolitical tensions, cybersecurity threats, and inflationary pressures top risks for India Inc – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-116993537,imgsize-5170,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/outlook-2025-cfos-see-geopolitical-tensions-cybersecurity-threats-and-inflationary-pressures-top-risks-for-india-inc.jpg Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) are raising alarm about a range of risks that could threaten business stability, with geopolitical uncertainties, cybersecurity threats, regulatory challenges, and economic volatility topping the list. In this unpredictable environment, CFOs are urging companies to adopt ...
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