Cybercrime Rundown ~ 1 / 29

Good Morning!

Here’s this week’s cybercrime rundown :

• NSA buying your internet data

• New Jersey Middle school closed due to cyberattack

• The Beekeeper

Later this week, we’re doing a small deep dive into privacy laws & ways to remain digitally anonymous.

NSA buying your data

Recent disclosures from the Pentagon have shed light on the NSA's regular acquisition of web browsing histories from Data Brokers. These records include details about Americans' online activities, such as visited websites and utilized applications. This practice effectively circumvents the necessity for warrants to access specific data. While technically permissible, it prompts the pertinent inquiry: What objectives does the NSA pursue through the procurement of individuals' internet data from Data Broker Marketplaces? A spokesperson for the NSA clarified that the Agency's focus lies primarily on internet traffic originating domestically and extending overseas.

Later this week, we’ll do a deep dive into the difference between Privacy & Anonymity. What laws protect you, and what is solely your responsibility.

New Jersey schools closed due to cyberattack

Yesterday, Freehold Township, nestled in New Jersey, announced the closure of all schools across the district. A response to an unfolding cyber attack. The specifics surrounding the nature of this attack and the rationale behind the comprehensive closures are not yet known.

Unfortunately, cyber assaults targeting educational institutions are anything but rare. Approximately 80% of educational and research facilities have reportedly faced attacks. In 2022 alone, a staggering average of 2,300 attacks per week occurred against these centers of learning and innovation. Such statistics underscore the critical need for heightened cybersecurity measures in safeguarding our educational infrastructure.

The Beekeeper

Have you seen the latest Jason Statham film, "The Beekeeper" ? If not, fear not—I won't spoil a thing. However, the film does serve as a timely reminder of a pressing issue in our world: organized scam call centers. These operations generate staggering sums of money annually, even monthly or weekly, through deceitful schemes. Operating like conventional businesses, scam centers have employees who punch in and out just like any regular 9-to-5 job. It's a concerning reality that deserves attention and action.

Go check out the movie & let us know what you think.

Thursday we’re discussing privacy laws, and ways to be digitally anonymous.

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