The nightmare of the Islamic State resurfaces in Iran
ISIS claimed responsibility for the deadly attack in the Iranian city of Kerman, demonstrating their ability to carry out high-impact operations.
Despite setbacks, ISIS remains a threat and is capable of carrying out hundreds of attacks per year, exploiting political and security vulnerabilities.
France to deploy 90,000 police officers to patrol New Year's Eve festivities
90,000 law enforcement officers will be deployed across France on New Year's Eve, with 6,000 in Paris.
Drones will be used for the first time as part of security work during New Year's Eve celebrations in Paris.
More than 300 arrested on New Year's Eve in Berlin as fireworks shot at police
Berlin police detained over 300 people on New Year's Eve after 14 officers were injured in firework attacks.
Authorities detained three suspects in an alleged plot to attack Cologne Cathedral on New Year's Eve.
Berlin prepares for another rowdy New Year's Eve DW 12/30/2023
New Year's Eve in Berlin is a big party with up to 65,000 people expected at the Brandenburg Gate.
Increased security measures are in place due to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks and violence related to the conflict in the Middle East.
The nightmare of the Islamic State resurfaces in Iran
ISIS claimed responsibility for the deadly attack in the Iranian city of Kerman, demonstrating their ability to carry out high-impact operations.
Despite setbacks, ISIS remains a threat and is capable of carrying out hundreds of attacks per year, exploiting political and security vulnerabilities.
France to deploy 90,000 police officers to patrol New Year's Eve festivities
90,000 law enforcement officers will be deployed across France on New Year's Eve, with 6,000 in Paris.
Drones will be used for the first time as part of security work during New Year's Eve celebrations in Paris.
More than 300 arrested on New Year's Eve in Berlin as fireworks shot at police
Berlin police detained over 300 people on New Year's Eve after 14 officers were injured in firework attacks.
Authorities detained three suspects in an alleged plot to attack Cologne Cathedral on New Year's Eve.
Berlin prepares for another rowdy New Year's Eve DW 12/30/2023
New Year's Eve in Berlin is a big party with up to 65,000 people expected at the Brandenburg Gate.
Increased security measures are in place due to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks and violence related to the conflict in the Middle East.
Code Archeology: The Evolution of ActionController::Parameters From Rails 4 to 5
Rails 5 has improved parameter handling in ActionController.
The changes in ActionController::Parameters make code cleaner and more secure.
Guest at SF Marriott Last Summer Sues Over Alleged Attack By Homeless Person
A man has filed a lawsuit against Marriott for negligence after allegedly being assaulted by a homeless person on hotel property.
The lawsuit claims that the hotel was negligent in its security for allowing the attack to happen.
If successful, the lawsuit could have broad implications for hotels and businesses in urban areas and their security measures.
Bomb threats force evacuation of state capitols across U.S.
Multiple states evacuated state institutions due to bomb threats.
Threats against public officials have been increasing in recent years.
OpenSSF Adds Attestations to SBOMs to Validate How Software is Built
OpenSSF has developed SBOMit, a tool that enhances Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs) with in-toto attestations to increase transparency and security in the software development process.
SBOMit provides a standardized method for attesting components with added verification information, regardless of the SBOM format used.
Police arrest man they say held guard at gunpoint at Colorado supreme court
A man broke into the Colorado supreme court building and held a security guard at gunpoint.
The break-in is not connected to threats received by supreme court justices after removing Trump from the state's 2024 Republican primary ballot.
UK Information Commissioner Edwards weighs in on DPDIB
U.K. Information Commissioner John Edwards supports the proposed Data Protection and Digital Information Bill.
However, he has concerns about proposals for social security purposes.
Orbit Chain's Bridge Hacked for $81.5 Million in a Major Security Breach
Bhushan Akolkar reports:
Although the cryptocurrency markets have progressed significantly bridge attacks and hacks continue to plague the market due to bad players.
Turkey arrests dozens suspected of spying for Israel
Turkey has detained 33 people suspected of spying on behalf of Israel, with 13 others still being sought.
The suspects were allegedly planning activities that included reconnaissance and pursuing, assaulting, and kidnapping foreign nationals living in Turkey.
InfoQ Cloud and DevOps Trends 2023
The podcast episode features members of the editorial staff and friends of InfoQ discussing current trends in the cloud and DevOps space.
Topics covered include AI and low-code, no-code, the changing face of Serverless, the impact of shift left, and security and sustainability within the cloud.
Harry Pitman stabbing: Royal Parks were warned about violence fears before 16-year-old's death
Residents near Primrose Hill had warned of a tragedy due to rise in violence and anti-social behavior
Some residents even hired a barrister to write a legal letter to Royal Parks calling for better security
Andy Cohen says he was scammed out of 'a lot of money' and is now trying to get it back
Andy Cohen fell victim to a fraudster and lost a significant amount of money.
The fraudster posed as a fraud alert representative from Cohen's bank and tricked him into giving away his personal information.
In Times Square, Hundreds of Thousands Gear Up for 2024
Increased police presence in Manhattan for New Year's Eve due to Israel-Hamas war protests
Festivities in Times Square proceeded as planned despite demonstrations
France heightens security for New Year's Eve, with 90,000 police officers to be mobilized
There will be tight security in France on New Year's Eve, with 90,000 law enforcement officers deployed.
Paris is expecting over 1.5 million people for New Year's Eve celebrations on the Champs-Elysees.
Hello, 2024! San Francisco gets ready to ring in the new year
Fireworks will light up the skies over San Francisco's waterfront at midnight.
San Francisco has been flagged as an 'attractive target' for potential attackers during New Year's Eve celebrations.
Olympic host country France sees less New Year's Eve disorder as it celebrates 2024's arrival
France saw a decrease in car burnings and arrests during New Year's Eve celebrations compared to previous years.
Authorities had tightened security measures to ensure a safe celebration and to showcase their ability to handle security challenges ahead of the Olympics.
In Times Square, Hundreds of Thousands Gear Up for 2024
Increased police presence in Manhattan for New Year's Eve due to Israel-Hamas war protests
Festivities in Times Square proceeded as planned despite demonstrations
France heightens security for New Year's Eve, with 90,000 police officers to be mobilized
There will be tight security in France on New Year's Eve, with 90,000 law enforcement officers deployed.
Paris is expecting over 1.5 million people for New Year's Eve celebrations on the Champs-Elysees.
Hello, 2024! San Francisco gets ready to ring in the new year
Fireworks will light up the skies over San Francisco's waterfront at midnight.
San Francisco has been flagged as an 'attractive target' for potential attackers during New Year's Eve celebrations.
Olympic host country France sees less New Year's Eve disorder as it celebrates 2024's arrival
France saw a decrease in car burnings and arrests during New Year's Eve celebrations compared to previous years.
Authorities had tightened security measures to ensure a safe celebration and to showcase their ability to handle security challenges ahead of the Olympics.
Styra's Policy as Code Report: Identity and Access Management Drives Adoption
97% of respondents believe policy as code is crucial for efficient software building in cloud environments
86% of respondents faced issues in authorization implementation
NYPD 'prepared' for large pro-Palestine protests during New Year's Eve bash at Times Square
NEW YORK - There are no known security threats related to this weekend's New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square, but the New York Police Department is gearing up for the possibility that thousands of pro-Palestine protesters will be demonstrating nearby, Mayor Eric Adams and police officials said Friday.
NYPD 'prepared' for large pro-Palestine protests during New Year's Eve bash at Times Square
NEW YORK - There are no known security threats related to this weekend's New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square, but the New York Police Department is gearing up for the possibility that thousands of pro-Palestine protesters will be demonstrating nearby, Mayor Eric Adams and police officials said Friday.
People are waiting': Guardiola warns players to be safe after Grealish burglary
Pep Guardiola has warned footballers to be on their guard after Jack Grealish's home was targeted by burglars while he was playing in Manchester City's win over Everton on Wednesday.
Man Charged in Grand Central Stabbings Slashed Inmate, Officials Say
A Bronx man facing attempted murder charges after he stabbed two girls at Grand Central Terminal on Christmas Day slashed a fellow Rikers Island detainee in the head and face on Thursday, seriously injuring him, according to Correction Department officials.
Larry Magid: Tech New Year's resolutions for 2024
I'm well aware that New Year's resolutions are often abandoned by the end of January, but that's no reason to avoid thinking about how we can improve our lives in the year to come.
Upsides and Downsides of Open Source Adoption
According to Hila Fish, the benefits of open source projects are supporting rapid innovation, the flexibility provided to customize and adapt tools, and transparency of the code which can enhance security efforts.
Police bust homeless man with machete, knife outside US Capitol
A homeless man was arrested outside the US Capitol with a knife, a brick, and a machete.
There is no evidence that the man was targeting members of Congress.
American Spies Confront a New, Formidable China
WASHINGTON-Beijing's spycatchers all but blinded the U.S. in China a decade ago when they systematically rounded up a network of Chinese agents working for the CIA.