DtSR Episode 608 - Karim Hijazi Ransomware Gets Nastier Still
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DtSR Episode 608 - Karim Hijazi Ransomware Gets Nastier Still

Friend of the pod, Karim Hijazi of Vigilocity, joins Rafal this week to talk about the state of ransomware, its "families", proliferation and motivations. It's a dark picture that's getting darker as it all evolves. Karim also provides some data-driven insights you can even investigate for yourself, check this show out on the video stream for more complete insights.

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How big a threat do hackers pose to U.S. infrastructure?
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How big a threat do hackers pose to U.S. infrastructure?

The Department of Energy announced a new effort to protect the country’s energy sector from cyber attacks, after last week President Biden signed an executive order to beef up cyber security at U.S. ports.

Here & Now's Peter O'Dowd speaks with Karim Hijazi, a cybersecurity expert and founder of Vigilocity, a cybersecurity company about the threats to U.S. infrastructure from hackers.

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Does anyone not like Biden's new guidelines on AI?
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Does anyone not like Biden's new guidelines on AI?

US president Joe Biden’s sweeping executive order to set guidelines for artificial intelligence has been widely applauded by the industry, while 68% of Americans approve of the initiative, according to AI Policy Institute’s latest survey.

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Cybernews - Killnet’s attacks on Israel: an invitation to open fire
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Cybernews - Killnet’s attacks on Israel: an invitation to open fire

Killnet’s invitation to open fire has worked, at least to some degree, as various groups that supported Moscow in its war against Ukraine joined the cyberwar on the side of Palestine. Hijazi believes that Killnet’s involvement likely influenced Libyan Ghosts and Anonymous Sudan to throw themselves into the conflict.

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Karim Hijazi on stage at MENA ISC 2023: Challenges And Opportunities For Trust And Authenticity In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence
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Karim Hijazi on stage at MENA ISC 2023: Challenges And Opportunities For Trust And Authenticity In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence

In this keynote talk, Karim Hijazi, delves into the intricate interplay between AI and the fundamental pillars of trust and authenticity in the context of cybersecurity, safeguarding sensitive data, ensuring reliable intelligence, and fortifying digital infrastructures. Drawing from interdisciplinary research and real-world case studies, Hijazi critically examines the challenges AI presently poses and what it represents for our future. Factors such as algorithmic biases, adversarial attacks, and data privacy breaches have come under scrutiny, necessitating a comprehensive framework for AI governance. While AI can enhance data analysis and streamline processes, it can also be exploited to sow disinformation, create and propagate sophisticated malware, deceive the most discerning and tenured minds, and even “disobey” human directives. Conversely, the utilization of AI-powered techniques offers novel avenues for enhancing authenticity verification in an era rife with synthetic media and deep fakes. By analyzing the tension between AI’s inherent limitations and its innovative potential, this talk empowers stakeholders to craft strategies that foster a balanced and responsible integration of AI in cybersecurity and intelligence practices.

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