Lara De Jong
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AI Brings About a Shift in Video Surveillance
AI is revolutionizing video surveillance, moving beyond simple motion detection to systems that not only see what’s happening but understand why. This shift promises more proactive, reliable, and efficient security through Vision-Language Models (VLM) which combine visual information with language, allowing them to track activities over time and identify cause and effect.
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French government advises against biometric phone security
The French government is advising against using biometric security, like facial scans or fingerprints, to unlock phones, as detailed in a new advisory document from ANSSI, the national agency for information system security. Instead, ANSSI recommends using end-to-end encrypted chat apps for sensitive communication and disabling automatic MMS reception to prevent spyware attacks. They also…
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Military Court Sentences 8 to Life in Prison Over Crimean Bridge Bombing
A Russian military court has sentenced eight men to life in prison for their alleged involvement in the 2022 bombing of the Crimean Bridge. This bridge is a crucial symbol of Russia’s claim to the annexed peninsula.
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Ukrainian Drones Target Rosneft Refinery in Samara – Reports
Ukrainian drones reportedly targeted targets across various Russian regions overnight, with some reports claiming an oil refinery in the southern Samara region was hit. Russia’s Defense Ministry stated that its air defenses intercepted 118 Ukrainian drones.
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JackFix Uses Fake Windows Update Pop-Ups on Adult Sites to Deliver Multiple Stealers
A new cybersecurity campaign, dubbed JackFix, is tricking users into installing malware via fake Windows update pop-ups on adult websites. Attackers use ClickFix lures to deceive victims into running malicious commands. This tactic leverages fake adult sites (like xHamster or PornHub clones), often distributed via malvertising. The “urgent security update” creates psychological pressure on victims,…
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Fire Department Insufficiently Prepared for Large and Long-Term Incidents
The Dutch fire department is currently unprepared to handle large-scale, simultaneous, or long-term incidents like wildfires or floods across multiple safety regions or nationwide. According to a new investigation by the Inspectorate of Justice and Security (Inspectie JenV), existing efforts to assist other regions directly compromise regular service coverage, endangering citizens and responders. The Inspectorate…
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Minister: Mandatory Acceptance of Digital Euro for Stores is Understandable
The Dutch Minister of Finance, Heinen, finds the mandatory acceptance of the digital euro by stores and businesses understandable. This stance comes as Europe continues negotiations on the digital currency, aiming for a council agreement this year. The minister emphasizes finding a balance between widespread adoption and practical implementation for smaller retailers. Concerns were raised…
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U.S. Army Wants to Manufacture 30,000 155mm Cluster Shells Per Year
The U.S. Army is seeking manufacturers for its new XM1208 155mm cluster shells, aiming for a production of up to 30,000 rounds annually. This push addresses the urgent demand for howitzer munitions, particularly amidst global conflicts. The current U.S. production of artillery shells is 40,000 per month, but Western allies are still struggling to meet…
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New Fluent Bit Flaws Expose Cloud to RCE and Stealthy Infrastructure Intrusions
Five new vulnerabilities have been discovered in Fluent Bit, a popular open-source telemetry agent. These flaws could be exploited to compromise and take over cloud infrastructures, raising significant security concerns. Successful exploitation means attackers could disrupt operations, tamper with sensitive data, and gain deeper access into cloud and Kubernetes environments.
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Japan’s defense chief inspects frontline bases close to Taiwan
Japan’s Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi recently visited Ground Self-Defense Force units on Ishigaki and Yonaguni, islands strategically located near Taiwan. This inspection comes amid increasingly strained relations between Japan and China, highlighting the importance of these remote garrisons.