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Weekly Security Sprint EP 35. Yes, Virginia, Jen is a big deal, plus security planning, scams, threat TTPs, and more! Sep 25, 2023

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In this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy talked about the following topics. Security Planning CISA: New Product - Protecting Houses of Worship: Perimeter Security Considerations Infographic. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released the Protecting Houses of Worship: Perimeter Security Considerations Infographic. CISA: Security Planning Workbook. Security Planning Workbook (PDF) DHS: This #SeeSayDay Take the Pledge to Protect Your Community If You See Something, Say Something® #SeeSayDay. Selected FB reports: Statement from President Joe Biden on Yom Kippur Synagogues brace for bomb threats, ‘swatting’ attacks as Yom Kippur begins Escambia County church a 'total loss' after overnight fire Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation at Screening of John MacArthur’s ‘The Essential Church’ at G3 National Conference Anne Arundel police announce arrests in three hate bias cases at area churches FBI WARNED SIKHS IN THE U.S. ABOUT DEATH THREATS AFTER KILLING OF CANADIAN ACTIVIST INVITATION: Protecting Places of Worship Weeks of Action Virtual Events + DHS Resources Bomb threats target US synagogues during Rosh Hashanah West Virginia Man Admits to Obstructing Tree of Life Trial TikTok Shoplifting Threats. https://www.the-sun.com/news/9148713/retail-chains-tiktok-videos-shoplifting-warning-employees/ Jen Walker, Superstar, and Ransomware Resilience Congratulations to our 2023 SC Media Women in IT Security honorees. “Today SC Media shines a spotlight on 20 business leaders as part of our 2023 Women in IT Security program. Thank you to SC Media for recognizing Gate 15's very excellent Jennifer Lyn Walker in the 2023 Women in IT Security list‼️ Private Public Partnership. FBI Director Christopher Wray Speaks at 2023 mWISE Cybersecurity Conference. Cyberspace Solarium Commission’s (CSC’s) 2023 Annual Report on Implementation. Key Takeaways from the 2023 Security Summit Hosted at the Fortinet Championship. Ransomware. House Oversight Committee: Combating Ransomware Attacks MGM Resorts are operating ‘normally’ after hacks, sort of TribalNet: Cyber experts wrap up MGM hack at San Diego conference. The MGM Breach and the Role of IdP in Modern Cyber Attacks TribalNet: Gaming tech exec says it’s time finally to talk about cybersecurity MGM vs. Caesars: Cybersecurity Expert Rates Hacking Responses PhilHealth hit by Medusa ransomware, aims for site restoration by Monday Ransomware group claimed to have hit a New Jersey cardiology group. Did they? Growing Ransomware Threats: Looming Danger for ICS, Industrial Companies Morroco disaster scams / misinformation on social media, scams The Gate 15 Interview: Malicious Info Operations & MDM, the Space Sector, supply chain resilience, the City of Light, and nudging the world in a better direction. Misinformation research is buckling under GOP legal attacks GOP legal attacks create a chilling effect on misinformation research The Rise of Generative AI and the Coming Era of Social Media Manipulation 3.0 Quick Hits: Perspective: Homeland Security and the Shutdown Threat: Planning for an Unnecessary Contingency Alarm bells ring as lawmakers prep for possible shutdown U.S. braces for calamitous, costly government shutdown in eight days IT-ISAC: Cyber experts set out plan to secure crucial 2024 US election Health-ISAC QR Codes. https://www.aha.org/h-isac-white-reports/2023-09-19-h-isac-tlp-white-observed-increase-qr-code-phishing-attacks-september-19-2023 Harmonization of Cyber Incident Reporting to the Federal Government. El Nino winter. https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/25/weather/el-nino-winter-us-climate/index.html

The Gate 15 Interview EP 39: Malicious Info Operations & MDM, the Space Sector, supply chain resilience, the City of Light, and nudging the world in a better direction. Sep 25, 2023

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In this episode of The Gate 15 Interview, Andy Jabbour talks with Robert (Bob) Kolasky, “Advancing National Security Risk Management through Technology, Innovation and Governance,” who is presently serving as Senior Vice President for Critical Infrastructure at Exiger, where he is focusing on developing cutting-edge risk management solutions for critical infrastructure companies and supporting government agencies. Leads market strategy for addressing third party and supply chain risk in critical infrastructure and delivering analysis to support enhanced business and government operations. He also serves in a number of other roles including:

Nonresident Scholar, Technology and International Affairs Program, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Senior Associate, Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
Senior Fellow, McCrary Institute at Auburn University

Bob on LinkedIn.
Bob on Twitter, @BobKolasky.

We talk on Information Sharing Operations including the grouping of Mis- Dis- and Mal- info and what those terms mean, free speech and private-public coordination, solutions, and a speed round!
We revisit our discussion on space as critical infrastructure.
We explore what’s on Bob’s mind, including protecting our supply chains and cloud security.
Three (more!) Questions with Bob Kolasky as we talk about scooters, the City of Light/the City of Love, and nudging the world in a better direction.
And more!

Exiger website
The DHS Risk Lexicon (PDF)
COLUMN: Addressing the Homeland Security Threat from China, 18 Jan 2023
COLUMN: Advancing Homeland Security Risk Governance, 22 Sep 2022
COLUMN: The Country Can’t Afford a ‘Pause’ on Combating Disinformation and Violence, 15 Jul 2022
Pro-China Disinformation Campaign Claims US Started Maui Fires in a ‘Weather Weapons’ Experiment, Falsely Citing the UK’s MI6
5th Circuit finds Biden White House, CDC likely violated First Amendment
Bob’s Exiger profile
The Gate 15 Interview: Bob Kolasky talks critical infrastructure, risk, Guns N’ Roses and pizza! (November 2021)

Previously, Bob served as Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) Assistant Director, leading the National Risk Management Center (NRMC) and in a number of other critical homeland security roles and responsibilities.
In the discussion:
A few references mentioned in or relevant to our discussion include:

Nerd Out: EP 40. The Homeland's 50 Trailblazers, Homeland Threat Assessment, Fall events and some fun! Sep 19, 2023

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In the latest Episode of Nerd Out, Dave welcomes back Joe Levy and Bridget Johnson to talk about the latest security news and they start off with the recent release of Homeland Security Today's "Homeland's 50 Trailblazers" which recognizes individuals who have advanced their career in service to the nation, tackled progressively more complex and important responsibilities, addressed or are addressing an urgent homeland security challenge, and continue to forward mission. Even though Dave and Joe were denied yet again, the team talked about what distinguished these individuals before moving on to the release of the DHS 2024 Homeland Threat Assessment which replaced the National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin. Then the merry band of Nerds discussed trends from the summer season as they look ahead to threats in the fall. Dave, Joe and Bridget then wrap up with some football talk and then their own joys of the fall season while teasing the annual fall food draft coming in November! Homeland's 50 Trailblazers: https://trailblazers.hstoday.us/ Homeland Threat Assessment: https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/2023-09/23_0913_ia_23-333-ia_u_homeland-threat-assessment-2024_508C_V6_13Sep23.pdf

Weekly Security Sprint EP 34. MGM breach, disaster planning, Homeland Threat Assessment and more! Sep 18, 2023

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In this week's Security Sprint, Dave, Andy and Jen cover the following topics: Casino, Ransomware Washington Post Cybersecurity 202 - What’s behind recent hacks of casinos? Tactics of MGM-Caesars attackers were known for several months. High-profile cyberattacks will be talk of tribal technology conference this week. Very good perspective and tips from social engineering SME, Rachel Tobac, on LinkedIn BlackCat/ALPHV reportedly encrypted more than 100 MGM ESXi hypervisors Hackers tied to Las Vegas attacks known for sweet-talking their way into company systems The chaotic and cinematic MGM casino hack, explained MGM wrestling with fallout from days-long apparent cyberattack Two Vegas casinos fell victim to cyberattacks, shattering the image of impenetrable casino security Ransomware Resources! UK NCSC: Ransomware, extortion and the cyber crime ecosystem. Weatherman Segment. Nipah virus outbreak. https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/14/india/kerala-nipah-virus-india-outbreak-intl-hnk/index.html Libya flooding. https://apnews.com/article/libya-floods-derna-storm-daniel-mass-graves-72307547f3e0ff4fbf715a7f64c69383 Homeland Threat Assessment. DHS Continues to See High Risk of Foreign and Domestic Terrorism in 2024 Homeland Threat Assessment. Annual Threat Assessment to Replace Regular NTAS Bulletins and Provide the Public and our Partners with More Comprehensive Analysis of Most Pressing Threats and Challenges. HS Today: Homeland Threat Assessment Says Violent Extremists Are Improving Online Materials, Information Sharing, and Collaboration Cybersecurity 202 - DHS warns about 2024’s cyberthreats WaterISAC - H2O Surging Towards Safety & Security. 2023 Sponsorship Prospectus. Quick Hits: Faith Based Security: FB-ISAO Newsletter, v5, Issue 9 At least 49 synagogues have been evacuated due to bomb threats in the last 2 months. Next up, the High Holidays. Ahead of High Holidays, US Jewish leaders stress need for security vigilance as antisemitism surges Synagogues are doing active shooter training amid rise in antisemitism On Telegram, Accelerationist Group Claims Responsibility For Calling In Bomb Threats To Synagogues, Black Churches, LGBTQ+ Bar, Vows To Continue 'Swatting' Activities; Posts Livestreams Of Religious Services Online As They Call In Threats Altoona man with swastika tattoo charged for taping razor blade on church handrails, police say ‘Unacceptable’: North Shore church, crosswalk defaced amid rash of anti-LGTBQ vandalism across city Third Buddhist temple break-in in just weeks Man slugged unconscious outside mosque in Long Island City: NYPD MIAMI JEWISH SCHOOL EVACUATED OVER BOMB THREAT Experts: Hatred links Jacksonville shooting, antisemitic displays in Central Florida Athens neighborhood targeted by anti-Semitic flyers NSA, FBI, and CISA Release Cybersecurity Information Sheet on Deepfake Threats CISA: Vulnerability Scanning for Water Utilities FBI PSA - Violent Online Groups Extort Minors to Self-Harm and Produce Child Sexual Abuse Material CISA Releases its Open Source Software Security Roadmap White House urging dozens of countries to publicly commit to not pay ransoms The world just sweltered through its hottest August on record; Both hemispheres saw record-warm seasons. Identity of NSA hacker behind cyberattack on China’s leading aviation university identified; to be disclosed in due course China blacklists US defence companies over Taiwan arms sales US to revamp its aerospace forces as it faces China threat Speculation grows over whereabouts of China’s Defense Minister Li Shangfu Automotive Security: Stolen Auto Accounts: The $2 Price Tag on Your Car’s Identity Nearly 15,000 accounts raided at automaker sites to harvest vehicle IDs, report says Car Hackers Are Out for Blood EU to probe ‘flood’ of cheap Chinese electric vehicles, sparking trade war fears Have a SAFE ride – Cyber Threats in the Automotive Sector

Weekly Security Sprint EP 33. Embezzlement, See Something - Say Something, Morocco, Blended Threats and more! Sep 11, 2023

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In this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy talked about the following topics: 9/11. Bells toll as the U.S. marks 22 years since 9/11, from ground zero to Alaska Embezzlement. https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/las-vegas-casino-employee-accused-of-stealing-776k-from-resort-property/ Blended Threats. https://innotechtoday.com/how-to-bridge-the-gap-between-cybersecurity-and-physical-security/ See Something , Say Something. If You See Something, Say Something® Awareness Day | Homeland Security. Play a role on national "If You See Something, Say Something®" Awareness Day, on September 25. We can all help keep safe by learning the indicators. FBI Director Wray issues warning about number of Russian spies in the US Terrorism and Immigration: A Risk Analysis, 1975–2022 Yet Another Study Debunks The ‘YouTube’s Algorithm Drives People To Extremism’ Argument Devastation in Morocco. Morocco earthquake live briefing: Almost 2,500 dead; officials accept search-and-rescue help The destruction in Morocco in maps, videos and photos Morocco earthquake: foreign aid teams join efforts to find survivors Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills. This year's International ShakeOut Day is October 19, when millions of people worldwide will participate in earthquake drills at work, school, or home! At 10:19 a.m. (local time) on 10/19, you can join millions of people across the world practicing earthquake safety. Swatting: Click Here podcast: 83. "Ding-dong ditch" on steroids Bomb threat at Arlington National Cemetery delays funeral services Swatting started in the gaming world and it’s coming for the rest of us Los Altos Hills synagogue evacuated after Shabbat bomb threat Quick Hits: China’s military seeks to exploit U.S. troops, veterans, general warns Pro-China Disinformation Campaign Claims US Started Maui Fires in a ‘Weather Weapons’ Experiment, Falsely Citing the UK’s MI6 Chinese Gate-Crashers at U.S. Bases Spark Espionage Concerns; Washington has tracked about 100 incidents involving Chinese nationals trying to access American military and other installations Hongkonger John Shing-wan Leung ‘posed as philanthropist’ to spy on China for US US, Canadian warships transit Taiwan Strait in latest joint mission Health-ISAC Members Prove To Be Resilient and Avoid the Wall of Shame, by Errol Weiss on LinkedIn. This is a great post and a great example of the power of a healthy ISAC/ISAO. MGM Resorts says it identified ‘cybersecurity issue’ that’s affecting some of company’s systems Annual Peak Of Atlantic Hurricane Season Has Arrived International report confirms record-high greenhouse gases, global sea levels in 2022 Earth had hottest three-month period on record, with unprecedented sea surface temperatures and much extreme weather DOJ: Multiple Foreign Nationals Charged in Connection with Trickbot Malware and Conti Ransomware Conspiracies CISA Releases Capacity Enhancement Guide to Strengthen Agency Resilience to DDoS Attack This and so much on ransomware, hate crimes, much, much more, daily in the Gate 15 SUN. To be subscribed for free please email Gate15@Gate15.global

Weekly Security Sprint EP 32. National Preparedness Month, Burning Man, Insider Threat Awareness, Ransomware and more! Sep 04, 2023

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In this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy talk about the following topics: Burning Man. https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/04/us/burning-man-storms-shelter-monday/index.html Alphabet months begins! FEMA Advisory: FEMA, Ready Campaign Launch National Preparedness Month (September 1, 2023). September marks National Preparedness Month, the annual recognition set to remind everyone in America how important it is for individuals, families and communities to prepare for disasters and emergencies that can happen at any time. Earlier this year, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell announced this year’s theme would focus on preparing older adults and their caregivers ahead of disasters. NCSC And Federal Partners Focus on “Bystander Engagement” During National Insider Threat Awareness Month 2023. This year’s NITAM campaign focuses on bystander engagement. An engaged bystander is an individual who is aware of concerning behaviors and knows how to act on those concerns appropriately. The NITAM 2023 campaign encourages government and industry employees to recognize and report behaviors of concern to appropriate parties so early intervention can occur and at-risk employees can be connected to resources and assistance if appropriate. Back to School Scams & Sextortion Parents reveal teen sons committed suicide after being ‘sextorted’: ‘This is terrorism’ FBI Tech Tuesday - Safe Online Surfing: https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/phoenix/news/fbi-tech-tuesday-safe-online-surfing FBI PSA. https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdwa/pr/fbi-and-partners-issue-national-public-safety-alert-financial-sextortion-schemes Ransomware Subscribe to the SUN! Email Gate15@gate15.global TribalNet agenda set for San Diego conference TribalNet Conference and Tradeshow, by TribalHub Canadian Centre for Cyber Security - Baseline cyber threat assessment: Cybercrime Quick Hits and Soap boxes. White House Advisory Group: Water Sector Needs Cybersecurity National Standard. A new article looks at the report and quotes Gate 15’s Jennifer Lyn Walker. “I agree that a specialized workforce is needed,” said Jennifer Lyn Walker, director of Cyber Defense for Gate 15, and director of Infrastructure Cyber Defense for WaterISAC. “The large (better resourced) utilities are more inclined to have specialized staff, although some may not offer truly competitive wages. I believe many (if not most) of the small utilities (less resourced) aren’t even considering specialized staff, let alone the ability to afford them.” PDF report. U.S. and International Partners Release Report on Russian Cyber Actors Using “Infamous Chisel” Malware; Joint report provides technical analysis of malware targeting Android devices used by Ukrainian military. The malware analysis report provides technical details of a new kind of malware used to target Android devices in use by Ukrainian military personnel. Andy gets on the soapbox and opines on bias in analysis. Dave Weatherman Report. Disaster scams. https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/alerts/2023/08/31/cisa-warns-hurricane-related-scams

Weekly Security Sprint EP 31. Hostile Events, Space, Doxxing, a PSA, and so much more! Aug 28, 2023

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In this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy discussed the following topics: Gate 15 is on Threads! @gate_15_resilience Jacksonville Murders and other physical security updates. Gunman Kills 3 in Racially Motivated Attack on Jacksonville Dollar Store Jacksonville gunman was turned away from historically Black university before killing 3 in racist shooting at nearby store, authorities say Ryan Palmeter, Dollar General Suspect: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Ryan Palmeter Video: Dollar General Suspect Video Released Jacksonville Gunman Used Gun With Swastika on It to Kill 3 in Racist Attack, Police Say At least seven injured in shooting at Caribbean parade in Boston. Safeguarding The US Space Industry; Keeping Your Intellectual Property In Orbit (PDF). “Foreign intelligence entities recognize the importance of the commercial space industry to the US economy and national security, including the growing dependence of critical infrastructure on space-based assets." OODA Loop: What To Do About The U.S. Intelligence Community Warning on Safeguarding The Space Industry. Axios: Space is the next cybersecurity frontier Scientists Still Looking For Reasons Cybercriminals Are Disabling These Space Telescopes Space ISAC Swatting and Doxxing. Keep what you want, add what you want. Bomb threat at a Forest Park church induced panic, police say Threats against public officials on the rise as 2024 nears Surrenders and threats of arrest ahead of Trump’s booking in Georgia Bumbling alleged arsonist sets himself ablaze trying to burn down Florida church Trump’s Georgia arraignment expected to be televised, Fulton County judge says 3 killed, 6 injured in mass shooting at Orange County biker bar Bomb threat at Fulton County Courthouse after Trump arrest: report PSA: FEMA and FCC Plan Nationwide Emergency Alert Test for 04 Oct 2023. The Federal Emergency Management Agency, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) on Oct 4 at 2:20 p.m. FCC’s Public Notice EMR-ISAC InfoGram Aug. 24 – S&T report evaluates gunshot detection technology for first responders; Nationwide emergency alert test on Oct. 4 Radio World Quick Hits Idalia Intensifying and Forecast to Become a Major Hurricane. NHC issuing advisories for the Atlantic on Hurricane Franklin and TS Idalia Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Tropical Storm Idalia Key Messages regarding Tropical Storm Idalia Tropical Storm Franklin leaves a body count and damage in the Caribbean 7 tornadoes confirmed as Michigan storms down trees and power lines; 5 people killed USG Updates TLP:CLEAR FBI FLASH: Suspected PRC Cyber Actors Continue to Globally Exploit Barracuda ESG Zero-Day Vulnerability CISA, NSA & NIST: Quantum-Readiness: Migration to Post-Quantum Cryptography FBI PSA - FBI Guidance for Cryptocurrency Scam Victims Of possible interest The Cheap Radio Hack That Disrupted Poland's Railway System UK air traffic control experiencing 'technical issue' Elon Musk stopped policing political misinformation Ransomware MOVEit, the biggest hack of the year, by the numbers Banning Ransomware Payments Brings New Challenges. With references to our friends Silas Cutler and eCrime! Surge in Cybercrime: Check Point 2023 Mid-Year Security Report Reveals 48 ransomware groups have breached over 2,200 victims Rhysida claims ransomware attack on Prospect Medical, threatens to sell data Thousands have SSNs leaked after ransomware attack on Ohio state archive org Connecticut hospital nurse says ransomware attack has affected payroll From Russia and Ukraine, with love Statement from President Joe Biden on Ukraine Independence Day THE CYBERSECURITY 202 - Without Prigozhin, expect some changes around the edges on Russian influence operations Intentional explosion downed Prigozhin’s plane, says US intelligence

The Gate 15 Interview EP 38: Jeff Troy, President, Aviation ISAC, on public service, cybersecurity, understanding threats (and… colonizing the ocean?) Aug 28, 2023

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In this episode of The Gate 15 Interview, Andy Jabbour visits with Jeff Troy, President, CEO at Aviation Information Sharing and Analysis Center (A-ISAC). Over the past five years, Jeff has led the Aviation ISAC, a trust-based community focused on the sharing of threat intelligence and best practices. He has developed the strategic plans, driven the team’s expansion of services and overseen extensive growth in membership. He established relationships with global regulators, industry associations and private sector companies to drive cyber risk reduction across the aviation eco-system. He co-authored a white paper on Ransomware and continues to partner with international groups on the ransomware threat. Concurrently, Jeff is on the National Defense ISAC Board of Directors. Jeff spent 25 years as a Special Agent of the FBI. He served as Chief, Cyber Division, and retired as the Deputy Assistant Director for Cyber National Security and Cyber Criminal Investigations. · Jeff on LinkedIn. · Email: jtroy@a-isac.com · Web: a-isac.com In the discussion we address: · Serving in the FBI and ideas for young people thinking about their futures · Transitioning from the public sector to the private sector · Key ideas on how to building a successful information sharing community · Understanding how to think about threats · Responsibly and thoughtfully reducing risk and building reslience · Blended Threats · The importance of patching and baking security into technology · The upcoming Aviation ISAC Summit in Ireland · The Ocean State · Deep ocean colonies · More! Some links from our discussion include: · Aviation Cybersecurity Summit, 12-14 Sep 2023 in Dublin, Ireland · NBC News: FBI says mastermind of botnet nabbed, 27 Jul 2010

Weekly Security Sprint EP 30. Hurricane Hilary and the aftermath (scams), Pride Flag attack, ransomware, and more! Aug 21, 2023

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In this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics: ICYMI last week’s Nerd Out Security Panel Discussion presented the 2nd Annual Two-Thirds of the Year Awards. Mother Nature and Severe Weather. Heath Ledger Joker Award. Extreme Heat. Dennis Green “They are who we thought they were” Award. Mother Nature Selected links follow, much more being shared with some of our Gate 15 communities. Hilary Impacting the Southwest. Read More ESF #14 Cross-Sector Business and Infrastructure Partners Conference Series Concerning Tropical Storm Hilary - FOR WIDE DISSEMINATION. You are invited to join a Cross-Sector Business and Infrastructure partners conference series concerning Tropical Storm Hilary, hosted by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). § Date: Daily, starting Monday, August 21st until further notice § Time: 3:00 pm Eastern § Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://fema.zoomgov.com/j/1614360427 o Local info on Hilary: San Diego, Los Angeles Hilary releases fury on Southern California Tropical Storm Hilary causes flooding in SoCal hospital Hilary’s jagged path: How the storm wound up over Compton and Dodger Stadium Natural Disasters and Investment Scams – Investor Alert California Quake Rattled Nerves, but Didn’t Appear to Cause Major Damage NHC issuing advisories for the Atlantic on TS Gert TS Emily TS Franklin Key Messages regarding Tropical Storm Franklin Key Messages regarding Post-Tropical Cyclone Hilary Winds Push Destructive Fire Through Washington State As fires rage in British Columbia, more residents prepare for evacuations Hostile Event. LGBTQ+ Attack. California shop owner shot dead over LGBTQ+ Pride flag displayed at store Ransomware: As with the above spotlight, selected links follow, much more being shared with some of our Gate 15 communities. Ransomware Diaries: Volume 3 – LockBit’s Secrets. Haggling With Hackers: Surprising Lessons From 50 Negotiations With Ransomware Gangs The Week in Ransomware - August 18th 2023 - LockBit on Thin Ice Ransomware Roundup – Trash Panda and A New Minor Variant of NoCry TRACKING RANSOMWARE – JULY 2023 Cuba Ransomware Deploys New Tools: Targets Critical Infrastructure Sector in the U.S. and IT Integrator in Latin America Cyberattack Still Disrupting Prospect Medical’s Hospitals, Clinic Services Cyberattack on Popular Property Listing Software Throws Bay Area Real Estate Market into Chaos Ransomware gang threatens Raleigh Housing Authority months after devastating attack Bunker Hill Community College discloses May ransomware attack Quick Hits Risky Biz News: Twitter to remove block feature: Now completely to the other side of the spectrum, Twitter has announced plans to remove the ability for users to block other users, meaning trolls will be able to harass whoever they want. FBI IC3 - Cyber Criminals Targeting Victims through Mobile Beta-Testing Applications Report: Tesla Data Breach Was an Inside Job Summer Break Isn’t a Vacation for Cybercriminals: Education and Research Organizations are Top Targets According to Check Point Research Australian Lender Latitude Financial Reports AU$76 Million Cyberattack Costs Friday Prayers in Washington DC Masjid Muhammad Interrupted by Bomb Threat Brookline temple swatted JEWISH CENTER AND SYNAGOGUE IN ATLANTA EVACUATED AFTER BOMB THREAT Report spotlights 52 US doctors who posted potentially harmful COVID misinformation online CISA: CISA and Election Security Partners Hold Tabletop the Vote Election Security Exercise CISA Releases Infrastructure Resilience Planning Framework Launchpoint CISA Publishes JCDC Remote Monitoring and Management Systems Cyber Defense Plan UK NCSC - 'Online safety' vs 'cyber security' - Fiona F explains why 'cyber security' is a vital part of online safety. From cyber strategy to Implementation: what CEOs and boards need to Know

Weekly Security Sprint EP 29. MDM, Swatting, National Intelligence Strategy, Cyber Resilience, a Virginia history lesson and more! Aug 15, 2023

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In the Weekly Security Sprint, Dave and Andy talk about the following topics: Mis/Dis/Mal-information (MDM) Hawaii and Chile heat weapons. Utah man suspected of threatening President Joe Biden shot and killed as FBI served warrant. From 2017, Over 12,000 tweets are calling for Trump's assassination. Here's how the Secret Service handles it 'Remember Waco and Ruby Ridge': Man killed by FBI for making Biden death threat memes already a far-right rallying cry Faith-Based Security & False Reports ‘Online trolls’ target 26 synagogues in series of antisemitic swat calls and bomb threats: ADL. ADL Statement on Continued Series of Antisemitic Swatting Incidents Targeting Synagogues and Other Institutions US synagogues continuously targeted by 'swatting' Fake bomb threat forces Fullerton synagogue to evacuate during Sabbath service Lil Durk Calls Out Merch Thieves After False Active Shooter Report at Chicago Concert Eiffel Tower evacuated twice over bomb threat 3D-printed firearms plot exposes alarming antisemitism surge in LA. How Jewish community safety group tracked down suspect linked to extremist threat in Reseda Reseda Man Affiliated with Violent White Supremacist Group Charged in Federal Criminal Complaint with Drug and Ammunition Offenses Homeless man arrested, accused of threatening North Little Rock church Man arrested for threatening business, mosque Police Investigating Vandalism at Philadelphia Buddhist Temple PA Man Arrested for Making Ethnic Threats against Church 2023 National Intelligence Strategy (NIS). The 2023 National Intelligence Strategy (NIS) provides the Intelligence Community (IC) with strategic direction from the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) for the next four years. CISA: The Power of Resilience. “This is resilience: Doing the work up front to prepare for a disruption, anticipating that it will in fact happen, and exercising not just for response but with a deliberate focus on continuity and recovery, improving the ability to operate in a degraded state and significantly reducing downtime when an incident occurs…” Quick Hits NOAA forecasters increase Atlantic hurricane season prediction to ‘above normal.’ Top U.S. cyber official offers 'stark warning' of potential attacks on infrastructure if tensions with China escalate. China would consider attacks on US railroads, pipelines if it invades Taiwan, Easterly says China to disclose secret US ‘global reconnaissance system,’ claims official. Jen Walker spoke to this on a recent Gate 15 Security Sprint: Weekly Security Sprint EP 27. New SEC Rules and cybersecurity for everyone, not-so-subtle China cyber threat foot-stomping plus anger, radicalization and political violence, the critical-ist of infrastructure and…so much more! THE CYBERSECURITY 202 - China’s hacking of Japan’s defense networks ‘was bad — shockingly bad China's Plan to Rule the World Through Its Smart Devices, FCC Urged to Act President Biden Signs Executive Order on Addressing United States Investments In Certain National Security Technologies And Products In Countries Of Concern Cyber Updates Nexus Podcast: Jennifer Lyn Walker on Cybersecurity Risks in the Water Sector CISA: Review Of The Attacks Associated with Lapsus$ And Related Threat Groups Report, PDF. CISA: Review Of The Attacks Associated with Lapsus$ And Related Threat Groups Executive Summary, PDF. Akamai Research: Rampant Abuse of Zero-Day and One-Day Vulnerabilities Leads to 143% Increase in Victims of Ransomware Key Findings from the 1H 2023 FortiGuard Labs Threat Report. Administrator of ‘Bulletproof’ Webhosting Domain Charged in Connection with Facilitation of NetWalker Ransomware AI Biden-⁠Harris Administration Launches Artificial Intelligence Cyber Challenge to Protect America’s Critical Software The “AI Cyber Challenge” (AIxCC) THE CYBERSECURITY 202 - The Biden administration wants to put AI to the test for cybersecurity Virginia is For Lovers, a history

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