Water you waiting for? Note

Water you waiting for?

Cyberattacks are impacting U.S. water systems, with evidence pointing towards Iran's involvement. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released new guidance to improve the security of open-source software. Recent reports have exposed China's extensive surveillance operations targeting foreigners. Microsoft has issued a warning to Windows PC users regarding potential risks associated with hotel Wi-Fi networks. Data breaches have affected both healthcare partners, with Inc Ransom claiming responsibility, and police staff, with 100,000 records leaked online. A significant security flaw put thirty years of DNA evidence at risk of hacking. Security researchers are questioning whether certain SQLite vulnerabilities are legitimate or a result of AI-generated misinformation. In business news, ThreatLocker has secured a substantial Series F funding round. On college campuses, the rapid rise of artificial intelligence is fueling interest in computer science studies. This episode features a discussion with Tim Starks of CyberScoop about the White House's quantum computing initiatives.