Ghost Takedown and Europe's Fight Against Encrypted Chats
Europol dismantles Ghost, an encrypted platform for organized crime, raising debate on lawful access to data and encryption policies.
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We crave emerging trends and industry insights in cybersecurity. Here you will find a collection of actionable content that is designed for DFIR’s, Breach coaches, enterprise organizations and those hungry for threat intelligence. Content will range from thought leadership, breaking news and contextual blogs. Stay current as to what’s hiding in the shadows, and ensure your organization remains several steps ahead of cyber threats.
Russian Cyberattacks and NATO’s New Maritime Port Cybersecurity Policy
The Russia-Ukraine war has included several disruptive cyberattacks across Europe. NATO now responds with a new cybersecurity policy brief to protect maritime ports.
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US Department of Defense: New Cyber Force
The Capitol considers a new cyber force in addition to the US Cyber Command, while the Department of Defense shores up national security with new mandates. On August 4, 2025, the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) working with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) project, Cyber Solarium Commission 2.0 (CSC 2.0), reported the launch of a commission on Cyber Force Generation in a press release. The announcement of the venture follows the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which also requested a consensus study from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine for an “evaluation of alternative organizational models for the cyber forces of the Armed Forces.”
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CISA Director Update
In a busy week for CISA, Plankey nears his confirmation as director, Easterly loses her appointment at West Point, and JCDC weathers huge staff cuts.
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UK Ransomware Payment Ban
Following their consultation on the ransomware proposal, the UK has decided to ban ransomware payments for certain groups and set new reporting requirements for all.
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UK’s Ministry of Defense Major Data Breach
The UK’s MoD just disclosed a huge 2022 data breach that forced them to secretly relocate 4,500 Afghan people who worked with the UK against the Taliban.
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FBI Update: Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance (UTS) Audit
An FBI audit shared how a drug cartel hacker exploited UTS to track down and even kill possible 'persons of interest', sparking concerns about the UTS cybersecurity threat.
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Escalating US - Iran Cyber Tensions
The US’s strikes on Iranian nuclear sites have spurred concerns about retaliation in the cybersphere, and whether or not the US is prepared to counter it.
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DAR’s 100th #FederalFriday
This Friday marks our 100th #federalfriday blog! To celebrate, we’re looking back on our 10 most popular articles.
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Trump’s New Cybersecurity Executive Order
Trump's latest cybersecurity executive order addresses measures made in older EOs while outlining new goals - all at the same time that CISA is experiencing serious cuts.
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