Cybersecurity
Pakistan’s Digital Nation Bill 2024 Approved by NA Committee
ISLAMABAD: Digital Nation Pakistan Bill 2024, an initiative to modernize government processes and enhance openness, has been authorized by the National Assembly Standing Committee on…
UK Domain Registry Nominet Faces Security Incident Linked to Ivanti VPN Hack
Nominet, the leading U.K. domain registry responsible for managing .co.uk domains, has confirmed a cybersecurity incident connected to a recently exploited vulnerability in Ivanti’s VPN…
Cybersecurity Advisory Issued by Cabinet Division for Wi-Fi Safety
ISLAMABAD: The Cabinet Division has released a security alert regarding the proper use of Wi-Fi. The advice asserts that Wi-Fi connections are now fundamental to…
US Introduces New Cybersecurity Safety Label for Smart Devices
The White House has introduced the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark, a new cybersecurity safety label aimed at enhancing consumer awareness about the security of internet-connected…
New Malware Targets VPN Apps to Hack Devices: Here’s How to Defend Yourself
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new type of malware capable of executing files, capturing audio and screen activity, and connecting to a remote shell, enabling…
PTA Highlights Severe Security Risk in IBM Cognos Analytics
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a cybersecurity advisory highlighting critical vulnerabilities in IBM Cognos Analytics. These flaws pose a serious threat, potentially…
Al Meezan Group Website Restored After Brief Security Breach on Dec 29
On December 29, 2024, at around 10:45 PM PST, the official website of Al Meezan Group experienced a brief security breach, during which the website’s…
FBR Implements New Password Policy; Here’s What You Need to Know
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has rolled out a revamped password policy to bolster the protection of taxpayers’ credentials against increasing cybersecurity threats. The…
Pakistanis To Get Cheap Mobile Phones? Here’s What We Know!
ISLAMABAD: The federal government, under the leadership of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), has announced a significant initiative to make mobile phones more affordable for…
Meezan Bank Releases Cybersecurity Advisory Following Unauthorized Transaction Claims
Meezan Bank has responded to recent reports of unauthorized transactions on its debit and credit cards, with several customers alleging third-party data breaches. The bank…
Meezan Bank Refuses Data Breach, Links Unauthorized Transactions to Third-Party Platforms
Meezan Bank has addressed concerns over unauthorized debit card transactions, compensating at least ten affected customers following reports of potential third-party data breaches. The bank…
Advanced Cyber Threats Lead to Surge in Pakistan’s Cybersecurity Risks in FY24
Pakistan’s cybersecurity landscape is witnessing rapid evolution, marked by a surge in threats targeting critical infrastructure, financial institutions, and government entities, according to the Pakistan…
PTA Issues Alert on “regreSSHion” Vulnerability in OpenSSH for Linux Systems
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a Cyber Security Advisory regarding a critical vulnerability in OpenSSH’s server component on Linux systems. The flaw, known…