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fromwww.businessinsider.com
15 hours ago

We're in a new era of heightened CEO safety measures, security pros say

This attack is just shedding light on the fact that you're even more vulnerable outside of the office, said Don Aviv, CEO of Interfor International, a security consultancy.
Information security
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
9 hours ago

DOJ: Man Who Attacked Sam Altman's House Threatened to Kill Other Tech CEOs | KQED

A Texas man faces charges for attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after violent attacks at his home and company headquarters.
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fromFox News
6 days ago
NYC politics

Terror suspects indicted after allegedly throwing bombs at NYC protest outside mayor's mansion

NYC parents
fromMail Online
1 day ago

NYPD cop's sleeper cell' warning as NYC teen bombers are indicted

Americans in major cities should remain vigilant against potential sleeper cell attacks following recent terror incidents.
NYC politics
fromFox News
6 days ago

Terror suspects indicted after allegedly throwing bombs at NYC protest outside mayor's mansion

Two suspects were indicted for an ISIS-inspired bombing attempt at a protest outside NYC Mayor Mamdani's residence, with no injuries reported.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Peculiar State of Islamic Terror in America

Two men threw homemade bombs at an anti-Muslim demonstration outside NYC's mayor's home, claiming ISIS inspiration, though no direct terrorist group connection was established.
World news
fromFortune
15 hours ago

Man charged in arson attack on Sam Altman's house had AI CEO kill list, prosecutors say | Fortune

Oil prices are nearing $99 per barrel, while S&P 500 futures show slight gains and Asian markets rise, except for India's Nifty 50.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
21 hours ago

The West is preparing for cheap drone attacks, but many businesses and civilians can only watch, not stop them

Civilian and corporate organizations struggle to counter small drone threats due to legal restrictions, leading to increased demand for drone detection devices.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Counter-terror unit probing threat to bomb a garda station if officers 'get heavy handed' with protesters

A bomb threat was sent to Garda Headquarters, warning that a device would be detonated near a garda station if authorities acted heavily against fuel protesters.
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London politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Gangland double killer Stephen Penrose at the centre of DPP 'suspicious package' scare

Stephen Penrose, a notorious criminal, caused a security scare at the DPP's office in Dublin due to a suspicious letter.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Weird Obsession With Death': Current and Former Defense Officials Sound the Alarm on Hegseth

Retired Army Special Forces officer Mike Nelson criticized Hegseth's rhetoric, stating, 'That's a necessary end to achieve goals through military force - you have to kill people to achieve them. That's not the end. It's a weird obsession with death for the sake of it.'
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fromWIRED
5 days ago

Politicians Are Spending More Money on Security as They Increasingly Become Targets

Federal campaign spending on security for the 2024 election cycle exceeds five times that of the 2016 election due to rising threats against public servants.
#cybersecurity
fromFortune
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

First they went after medtech, then Kash Patel. Iranian hackers' next target is likely 'low-hanging fruit' in water, energy, and tourism, experts say | Fortune

fromFortune
5 days ago
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Trump's 'cease-fire' won't stop Iranian hackers for long, cyber experts say | Fortune

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fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

Iranian hackers used Stryker's own security tools against it - and U.S. agencies say it's just the beginning - Silicon Canals

Iran-backed hackers are escalating cyberattacks against U.S. critical infrastructure, targeting water utilities and energy systems to cause operational disruption.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Iranian-Linked Cyber Actors Target US Critical Infrastructure, Security Leaders Respond

Iranian cyber actors are actively targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, including water, energy, and government sectors, using advanced tactics and AI-enhanced methods.
Privacy professionals
fromFortune
4 days ago

First they went after medtech, then Kash Patel. Iranian hackers' next target is likely 'low-hanging fruit' in water, energy, and tourism, experts say | Fortune

Iran-linked hackers are targeting high-profile figures and critical infrastructure in the U.S. and Israel to sow disruption.
Information security
fromTheregister
5 days ago

'Several dozen' orgs targeted by a new extortion crew

A new extortion crew, UNC6783, targets high-value corporations using phishing and social engineering tactics to steal sensitive data.
Information security
fromFortune
5 days ago

Trump's 'cease-fire' won't stop Iranian hackers for long, cyber experts say | Fortune

Cyberattacks by Iranian-backed hackers will continue despite a ceasefire, targeting Israel and potentially the U.S. when deemed appropriate.
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fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

Shaky Ceasefire Unlikely to Stop Cyberattacks From Iran-Linked Hackers for Long

Cyberattacks by Iranian-backed hackers will continue despite a ceasefire, targeting Israel and potentially the U.S. when deemed appropriate.
Information security
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

Iranian hackers used Stryker's own security tools against it - and U.S. agencies say it's just the beginning - Silicon Canals

Iran-backed hackers are escalating cyberattacks against U.S. critical infrastructure, targeting water utilities and energy systems to cause operational disruption.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Iranian-Linked Cyber Actors Target US Critical Infrastructure, Security Leaders Respond

Iranian cyber actors are actively targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, including water, energy, and government sectors, using advanced tactics and AI-enhanced methods.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Teen tried to buy gun for terrorist attack, court told

Alfie Coleman, 21, from Great Notley, Essex, had spent the previous months messaging people who he thought were fellow extremists in 2023. In fact, they were MI5 operatives who arranged to sell him a pistol and ammunition.
London politics
#ice
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago
US politics

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

US politics
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

ICE is using commercial spyware domestically, raising constitutional concerns about warrantless surveillance and lack of oversight.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
6 days ago

Men Are Buying Hacking Tools to Use Against Their Wives and Friends

Telegram groups facilitate the sale of hacking and surveillance services, promoting abusive content targeting women and girls.
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

The Spy Who Helped Stop Iran from Getting the Bomb

Chalker claims that during his time at the C.I.A., he was instrumental in persuading Iranian scientists to defect, which provided crucial information that 'prevented Iran from getting a nuke.' His operations involved complex strategies and a deep understanding of the scientists' motivations.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Overwhelmed' Prevent at risk of missing threats as referrals rise, UK counter-terror chief says

Prevent scheme faces overwhelming referrals, risking identification of genuine threats due to increased volume and lack of triage system.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

What Counts As Domestic Terrorism in Trump's America?

The DOJ initiated a crackdown on antifa following the murder of Charlie Kirk, leading to terrorism charges against activists linked to the group.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
6 days ago

Shrinking the IAM Attack Surface through Identity Visibility and Intelligence Platforms (IVIP)

Enterprise IAM faces fragmentation, leading to Identity Dark Matter and a significant gap in visibility and security oversight.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Terrorism arrests rose 1,114% last year - so why aren't the security services more alarmed? | Zoe Williams

Terrorism arrest statistics in 2025 show a 1,114% increase to 3,034 arrests, primarily from Palestine Action protests, excluded from official figures pending judicial review.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Iran war has raised risk of attack in Britain, top terror chief warns

Armed patrols are deployed to protect Jewish sites after an arson attack on ambulances in Golders Green amid rising Iranian threats.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Iran's intelligence minister eliminated' in overnight strike, Israel claims

Israel claimed on Wednesday to have killed a third senior Iranian figure in 24 hours, stating that its forces had eliminated Tehran's intelligence minister, Esmail Khatib, in an overnight strike. If confirmed, his death would follow those of Ali Larijani, the head of the supreme national security apparatus, and the commander of the Basij militia, Gholamreza Soleimani.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Claims to Know Where Iran's Sleeper Cells Are. Why Isn't He Arresting Them?

President Trump claimed federal authorities have identified and are monitoring Iranian operatives who entered the U.S. during Biden's presidency, but reporters failed to press him on this significant national security assertion.
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fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

FBI raises terrorism alert over fears of retaliation by Iran

FBI counterterrorism teams mobilized on high alert after U.S. and Israel military strikes on Iran, monitoring pro-Iran groups for potential threats while no specific attacks have been identified.
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fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Officials Throw Cold Water on FBI Claim That Iran Sought to Attack California With Drones

The FBI issued an alert to California police about Iran's alleged aspiration to attack unspecified targets using drones, but multiple law enforcement officials confirmed no credible intelligence supports the bulletin.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Isis supporter claimed garda stabbing and pub arson were 'message to Government and Conor McGregor', court told

Abdullah Khan expressed that his violent actions were intended as a 'message to the Government and a message to McGregor,' highlighting his motivations behind the attacks.
London politics
World news
fromFortune
1 month ago

The war with Iran has defense experts wondering if Khamenei will activate sleeper cells on U.S. soil | Fortune

President Trump warns of Iranian sleeper cells in the United States, while defense experts assess Iran may pursue retaliatory attacks against the U.S., Israel, and allies following significant military losses.
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fromFortune
1 month ago

U.S. faces elevated terrorism threats amid cuts at FBI and DOJ. 'So much experience has been decimated from the ranks' | Fortune

Recent terrorism attacks in New York, Michigan, and Virginia reveal heightened threats amid U.S.-Iran tensions and staffing shortages in federal counterterrorism agencies.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Iran's threats on U.S. soil: sleeper cells, lone wolves, cyberattacks and eerie numbers code

U.S. federal counterterrorism authorities warn Iran may launch retaliatory strikes on American soil through sleeper cells, terrorist groups, lone wolves, or cyberattacks following offensive operations against Iran.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK counter-terrorism agents granted more time to question men suspected of spying for Iran

Four men arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran on Jewish community locations and individuals in Britain can be held in custody until 13 March for questioning.
World politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: Killing an enemy leader often escalates conflict and chaos

Decapitation strategy—killing enemy leaders—succeeds tactically but fails strategically in nationalist conflicts because nationalism evolves and strengthens after foreign attacks rather than collapsing.
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fromAxios
1 month ago

U.S. cities step up security measures amid Iran tensions

U.S. law enforcement agencies across major cities have implemented heightened security measures in response to Middle East military operations and a mass shooting investigation involving Iranian flag imagery.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

UK special forces on alert amid a terror threat as the war in Iran widens

UK national security is on high alert due to Iran conflict escalation, with SAS counter-terrorist units deployed to London and terror threat level maintained at 'substantial' amid concerns of Iranian-linked attacks.
fromDataBreaches.Net
1 month ago

Israeli spies 'hacked every traffic camera in Tehran to plot killing of Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei' - DataBreaches.Net

Israeli spies hacked nearly every traffic camera in Tehran for years in order to monitor the movements of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in an unprecedented intelligence-gathering campaign, according to a report. Officials surveilled highly trained and loyal security guards, bodyguards and drivers of senior Iranian officials to pick up on their "pattern of life".
Privacy professionals
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Interpol obliterates cyber criminal infrastructure | Computer Weekly

Interpol's Operation Synergia III neutralized 45,000 malicious IP addresses and servers across 72 countries, resulting in 94 arrests and over 100 investigations targeting cyber fraud, phishing, malware, and ransomware infrastructure.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

National Security Begins Behind the Toaster

Dear Secretary Pete Hegseth, I realize that this is a big ask, but would you please invade and take possession of my son and daughter-in-law's apartment? Or maybe you'd like to make them an offer first? Either way, as a concerned mother and patriot who believes that national security begins at home, I feel it's my duty to let you know that Otis and Luna, the co-dictators of Unit 4-C, at 439 Bergen Street, in Park Slope, Brooklyn, must be overthrown.
Humor
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

PREMIUM A terrorism label that comes before the facts can turn 'domestic terrorism' into a useless designation

Domestic terrorism legally requires demonstrated intent to intimidate or coerce; labeling incidents as terrorism should await investigation and disciplined analysis rather than rapid public pronouncements.
Business intelligence
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Private Sector Intelligence Careers

Private-sector intelligence roles require public-sector analytic skills plus explicit training in cognitive tradecraft, decision support, and structured reasoning for business contexts.
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fromSecurityWeek
1 month ago

Iran-Linked Hackers Take Aim at US and Other Targets, Raising Risk of Cyberattacks During War

Pro-Iranian hackers are expanding cyberattacks from the Middle East into the United States, targeting defense contractors, medical device companies, and critical infrastructure like power stations and water plants.
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Terrorism expert warns U.S.-Israeli military strike in Iran could raise security concerns in NYC

NYPD increases patrols citywide as terrorism expert warns U.S.-Israel military action against Iran could trigger security threats including cyberattacks and localized attacks on vulnerable sites like houses of worship.
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fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Discussing Use of Force in Security: A Challenging Discussion?

Use of force in security cannot be entirely avoided but should be deployed only as a last resort when lesser options fail, requiring comprehensive training in tactics, de-escalation, and legal authority.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

High Alert': DHS and FBI Monitoring Potential Threats on US Soil During Strikes on Iran

U.S. homeland security officials are coordinating enhanced monitoring and threat prevention measures following military action against Iran.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Suspect arrested in Germany in 2025 Ukrainian aide's killing

A suspect was arrested in Germany for allegedly killing Andrii Portnov, a former Ukrainian pro-Russian politician, outside Madrid in June 2025.
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fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

NYPD's Spooks Didn't Find Two of the Most Significant Terrorists to Attempt Attacks on NYC

The NYPD built a secret intelligence unit targeting Muslim communities, using Israeli-derived mapping, informants in mosques, shredded records, and unofficial CIA links.
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

Secret Service boosts security at key sites after Iran attacks | Fortune

The US Secret Service increased security at the White House, former presidents' homes, and other protected sites due to active monitoring of Iran's situation following US-Israel military operations.
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fromFortune
2 months ago

Masked gunman outside Nancy Guthrie's home in images released by FBI | Fortune

Surveillance footage shows a masked, armed individual tampering with Nancy Guthrie's front-door camera the morning she disappeared; DNA confirms her blood on the porch.
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fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 months ago

Russian Authorities Say Third Person Held Over Attack On Top Military Intelligence Officer

A third suspect was detained in Dubai and flown to Moscow over the shooting of GRU deputy commander Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 month ago

In Other News: FBI Hacked, US Security Pro Killed in Iran War, Hijacked Cameras Used in Khamenei Strike

Weekly cybersecurity roundup covers FBI network breach investigation, LeakBase forum administrator identification, Avira antivirus vulnerabilities, and Google Gemini API security risks.
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fromFortune
1 month ago

FBI raises terrorism alert over fears of retaliation by Iran | Fortune

FBI counterterrorism teams mobilized on high alert after US-Israel military strikes on Iran, monitoring pro-Iran groups and Hezbollah for potential threats to US targets.
World news
fromFortune
1 month ago

FBI raises terrorism alert over fears of retaliation by Iran | Fortune

FBI counterterrorism teams mobilized on high alert after US-Israel military strikes on Iran, monitoring pro-Iran groups and Hezbollah for potential threats to US targets.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Counter-terrorism police investigating highly targeted' attacks on Pakistani dissidents in UK

Akbar, 48, told the Guardian he was attacked just after 8am on Christmas Eve: I opened the door and then a masked man started punching me, after asking are you Shahzad Akbar?' I must have got 25-30 punches on my face. The man seemed trained to do what he was doing: proper footwork like a boxer, going only for my face My children and wife were terrorised and screaming. Akbar says he managed to push the attacker out of his house.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Man Who Threatened Trump Charges With Trying To Kill Agents

An Oklahoma man faces federal charges for attempting to murder law enforcement officers and making online threats against President Trump and federal agents.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US: Would-be Trump assassin gets life without parole

Ryan Routh received life without parole for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump, found guilty on multiple federal charges after planning the attack.
fromAxios
2 months ago

Threats against members of Congress skyrocketed in 2025

That incident, in which the 55-year-old assailant was arrested and later charged with third degree assault, illustrates the day-to-day threat environment member of Congress face. Omar wasn't even the only one attacked in the past week: Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) got punched in the face at the Sundance Film Festival just days earlier. By the numbers: The Capitol Police opened 14,938 cases into "concerning statements, behaviors, and communications" directed at congressional offices and family members in 2025, the department said in a press release.
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fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Drone War Secrecy and Kill or Capture

The NDAA and Obama-era drone program emphasize secrecy, legal resistance to declassification, and reliance on presidential authority for targeted killings.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

JUST IN: Thwarted Trump Assassin Sentenced to Life in Prison

Ryan Routh was sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday for his attempted assassination of President Donald Trump shortly before the 2024 presidential election. The attorney for the 59-year-old Hawaiian native was seeking a 27-year prison sentence for Routh, which he said was a fair punishment for the thwarted killing. U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon disagreed and slapped him with a life sentence. CNN's Randi Kaye reported Routh was hit with an additional 402 months on top of the life sentence for his various charges.
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fromComputerworld
2 months ago

This is why high-value targets should use Lockdown Mode

Apple's Lockdown Mode prevented the FBI from accessing a seized iPhone, demonstrating strong protection against physical wired extraction attempts.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Man convicted of trying to assassinate Trump to serve life in prison

Ryan Routh engaged in a premeditated, calculated plot to kill Donald Trump and was sentenced to life in prison.
US politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

Defending the Homeland: Pentagon Shifts Strategy on Drone Threats

DoD policy empowers commanders to use defensive measures, extend perimeters beyond installation fences, and counter UAS threats after an uncoordinated CBP laser incident.
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fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Human-related security risks rose 90% in 2025

Human-related cybersecurity incidents surged 90% in 2025, driven by email-based attacks, employee mistakes, insider threats, and increasing AI and deepfake exploitation.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Senior FBI Official Describes Surreal' Call Where Kash Patel Dictated Social Media Strategy Right After Kirk Assassination

FBI Director Kash Patel prioritized scripting social-media responses over investigative actions following Charlie Kirk's assassination.
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