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One Iran hacking group was told to pause ‘overt’ attacks. But for others, the ceasefire is go time CyberAv3ngers claimed that an operative “has access to America’s electrical infrastructure and telecommunications sites, May God bless the American people.”…

Only at #ThreatBeat: Iranian and allied Russian hackers reveal their plans for the ceasefire. One group said that an operative “has access to America’s electrical infrastructure and telecommunications sites, May God bless the American people.” threatbeat.com/one-iran-hac...

Facing ‘velocity problem’ of AI-fueled attacks, federal cyber leaders pursue solutions at speed WASHINGTON — Federal cyber leaders warned Tuesday that artificial intelligence in the toolbox of bad actors requires urgent adaptation to meet the “scale and speed” of AI-propelled attacks and defend…

New on #ThreatBeat: Federal cyber leaders warned Tuesday that artificial intelligence in the toolbox of bad actors requires urgent adaptation to meet the “scale and speed” of AI-propelled attacks and defend critical networks.

Read the full story: threatbeat.com/facing-veloc...

Pro-Iran hackers claim Microsoft outage, vow to ramp up attacks on U.S. companies An Iranian group that has previously focused on operational technology targets also made a chilling yet unverified claim of responsibility for a deadly explosion at a Nebraska biofuels plant.

First on #ThreatBeat: Pro-Iran hackers claim Microsoft outage, vow to ramp up attacks on U.S. companies.
Exclusive reporting by our Executive Editor Bridget Johnson
Read it here: threatbeat.com/pro-iran-hac...

Cyber ‘mujahideen’ urged to ‘close the gaps’ as ‘double the force’ vowed in response to hit on Iran school Pro-Iran hackers urged “epic war” allies to stand as unified “mujahideen” as one team decided to withdraw from the coalition and settle into a neutral position due to Iran’s attacks on Kurdish…

Also on #ThreatBeat: Cyber ‘mujahideen’ urged to ‘close the gaps’ as ‘double the force’ vowed in response to hit on Iran school
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The risk for cyber or U.S. critical infrastructure attacks in Iran conflict U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear program have raised concerns about the security of American interests as the Islamic Republic and its proxies weigh their options for potential retaliation.

New on #ThreatBeat: exclusive reporting by our Executive Editor Bridget Johnson on the cyber threat posed by Iran and its proxies.

📰 Critical infrastructure attack claims in Iran cyber war linked to desired physical attacks.
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The latest on #ThreatBeat: A pro-Iran hacking group detailed an attack manipulating agricultural sector control systems in an incident the Jordanian government said was aimed at destroying a strategic wheat stockpile.
Full story: threatbeat.com/pro-iran-hac...

The risk for cyber or U.S. critical infrastructure attacks in Iran conflict U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear program have raised concerns about the security of American interests as the Islamic Republic and its proxies weigh their options for potential retaliation.

We're at war with Iran. What is the cyber threat to U.S. critical infrastructure from #Iran and their proxies? Look to our news site #ThreatBeat for original reporting and regular updates.
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Only on #ThreatBeat: Pro-Iran cyber threat actors began their promised retaliatory operations against Western and Gulf entities with DDoS attacks, claiming an American port’s website as one of their targets along with other critical infrastructure sectors
Full story: threatbeat.com/pro-iran-hac...

First on #ThreatBeat: Threat actors supporting the Islamic Republic warned Iran’s foes to “prepare for the destruction of your infrastructure” in eminent “massive” cyberattacks. An exclusive from our Executive Editor Bridget Johnson.
Full story: threatbeat.com/prepare-for-...

New on #ThreatBeat: The Nevada substation attack and the extremist threat to the power grid

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New on our Cyber Focus podcast: we dive into Forescout's 2025 Threat Roundup. It says a growing share of intrusions look less like immediate disruption and more like quiet preparation.
Full episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6n5d...
A recap on #ThreatBeat: threatbeat.com/beyond-the-s...

Food and ag sector weathers more ransomware attacks, braces for ‘strategic adaptation’ threats Ransomware attacks targeting the food and agriculture sector jumped by nearly 23% last year with five threat actors — Qilin, Akira, CL0P, Play and Lynx — accounting for nearly half of the attacks as a...

New on #ThreatBeat: Ransomware attacks targeting the food and agriculture sector jumped by nearly 23% last year with five threat actors accounting for nearly half of the attacks, according to a new report from sector security experts.
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Our latest Cyber Focus podcast dives into the “MacGyver Project,” one way the energy sector is going back to its analog basics, to build resilience.

Here's the full episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mh8V...

Read a recap on #ThreatBeat: threatbeat.com/the-macgyver...

AI health tools and data exposure: A physician’s guide to risk mitigation We all know that there are high-security and low-security jails. Of course, those are to keep the bad actors in. IT security is designed to keep the bad actors out. Much of IT security is focused on…

Exclusively on #ThreatBeat: a look at AI health tools and data exposure. It's a physician’s guide to risk mitigation.
What challenges arise when people use AI tools to get more information about their personal health? A doctor breaks it down. Practical tips included! threatbeat.com/ai-health-to...

Exclusively on #ThreatBeat: America’s public-private cybersecurity partnerships have been damaged by a double whammy of administration and legislative lethargy and our adversaries are the ones that will reap the benefits writes Mark Montgomery and Aarushi Garg. threatbeat.com

IT/OT convergence demands a new security mindset for critical infrastructure Protecting critical infrastructure has never been more urgent as IT and operational technology (OT) systems continue to converge, creating a vastly expanded attack surface. In the past year alone…

ICYMI: Exclusively on #ThreatBeat, The convergence of IT and OT systems demands a new security mindset for critical infrastructure writes Dr. Jerome Farquharson
Read his full piece on Threat Beat: threatbeat.com/it-ot-conver...

New on #ThreatBeat: Precious resources needed to respond to the next campus shooting or other mass-casualty incident could be strained by escalating swatting and bomb threats that intentionally cry wolf
Read the full story: threatbeat.com/amid-deadly-...

In a new piece on #ThreatBeat, Aden Klein and Andy Kotz argue that the review of the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement is the "best opportunity to advance secure digital infrastructure and influence technological markets in Northern and Latin America."
Full commentary: threatbeat.com/how-the-u-s-...

New on #ThreatBeat: Homeland Security Chairman Garbarino wants to see offensive cyber in forthcoming strategy
Here's the full story threatbeat.com/homeland-sec...

New on #ThreatBeat: Violent online extortion groups raise alarm over the ‘most egregious exploitation’ ever seen.
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Critical infrastructure sectors on the most concerning threats – and needed solutions SYMPOSIUM: Threat Beat asked ISACs/ISAOs: 1) What is the most pressing short-term security concern in your sector? 2) What is one thing the public and/or industry/gov can do now to address this?

November is #InfrastructureSecurityMonth, a perfect time to check in with some of our sector leaders. Exclusively on #ThreatBeat, thoughts from leaders of the water, electricity, space, food and agriculture, health sectors and more on their most concerning threats.
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Federal shutdown and expiration of key laws weaken America’s cybersecurity defenses As the federal government shutdown persists with no immediate end in sight, the news coverage echoes that of prior shutdowns, highlighting unpaid federal employees, delayed flyers…

Exclusively on #ThreatBeat: Former General Counsel of the White House Office of Management and Budget Ilona Cohen warns that a "perfect storm of events has weakened America’s cybersecurity defenses when they are most needed."

Read the full piece on Threat Beat: threatbeat.com/federal-shut...

Exclusively on #ThreatBeat: a piece from our senior fellow Bob Kolasky on the recent F5 breach.
"Cyber supply chain attacks seem to be running wild," he writes, so what are the layers of protection and what is an organization to do? Read the full piece on Threat Beat threatbeat.com/f5-breach-un...

This October, we're celebrating #cybersecurityawarenessmonth with a special page on #ThreatBeat with exclusive content and tips Americans need to stay safe online. Check it out! threatbeat.com/project/cybe...

New on #ThreatBeat: The Energy ISAC writes that forums such as 4chan play a role in promoting violence against the electric sector.
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New on #ThreatBeat: Southern states hit by 911 outage after ‘major fiber cut’ in Mississippi threatbeat.com/southern-sta...

New on #ThreatBeat: Food and ag sector ‘will almost certainly be more intensely targeted’ by attacks
Read the full recap of the House hearing raising alarms at threatbeat.com/food-and-ag-...

New on #ThreatBeat: Minerals security measures will be needed to withstand growing demand in critical sectors, warns a new report. threatbeat.com/minerals-sec...

New on #ThreatBeat: When it comes to cyber insurance, industry and government should not give up on a federal cyber backstop writes Matthew McCabe in a Threat Beat exclusive threatbeat.com/enhancing-cy...

Attacker barricades doors, shoots children through windows of Minneapolis Catholic church The Faith-Based Information Sharing and Analysis Organization (FB-ISAO) issued a security advisory on March 26 noting the importance of reinforcing windows.

Breaking on #ThreatBeat: Attacker barricades doors, shoots children through windows of Minneapolis Catholic church threatbeat.com/attacker-bar...