UK is developing offensive cyberattack capability to counter enemy-attacks: Defence Minister Ben Wallace

UK is developing offensive cyberattack capability to counter enemy-attacks: Defence Minister Ben Wallace

London: – UK is yet to suffer a ‘tier one’ and ‘catastrophic’ cyber attack and it would be a ‘dereliction of duty’ if the government were not in a position to strike back on the same scale, said Ben Wallace, Defence Minister of the United Kingdom. Furthermore, he added that the United Kingdom would develop a capability […]

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UK to explore options of cyberattacks & special forces to retaliate against the oil tanker attack

UK to explore options of cyberattacks & special forces to retaliate against the oil tanker attack

London: – The United Kingdom is preparing to teach Iran a lesson, after a British citizen was killed in a drone strike on the merchant ship ‘Mercer Street’. The British newspaper reported that it was considering using special forces to take an action directly against Iran’s drone command centre, launch cyberattacks or any other options. Earlier, the United States, Israel, Britain and Romania had discussed retaliation […]

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Russia should act against US cyberattacks or be prepared for consequences: US President Joe Biden

Russia should act against US cyberattacks or be prepared for consequences: US President Joe Biden

Washington/Moscow – US President Joe Biden warned that Russia should take action against the ransomware attacks launched on the United States. Otherwise, Russia will have to face the consequences. Russian President Vladimir Putin has given his reaction to the statement of the US President. Russia said that the United States has not shared any information […]

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US and Russian Presidents hold talks in Geneva; cyberattacks, nuclear treaty, diplomatic relations, human rights claimed to be discussed

US and Russian Presidents hold talks in Geneva; cyberattacks, nuclear treaty, diplomatic relations, human rights claimed to be discussed

Geneva/Moscow/Washington – Presidents of the United States and Russia held discussions in the European city of Geneva. It has been revealed that discussions were held on cyberattacks, nuclear treaty, diplomatic relations, and human rights during the meeting, which lasted for nearly three hours. US President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed independent press […]

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US adversaries capable of shutting power grid through cyberattacks: US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm

US adversaries capable of shutting power grid through cyberattacks: US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm

Washington: – US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm informed, ‘The adversaries of the United States have the capability of bringing the huge power grid in the United States to a grinding halt through cyberattacks. Such attacks are a routine. An attack may be happening even while I am saying this.’ Granholm appealed that the private […]

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The danger of Ransomware cyberattacks and 9/11 attack is alike – FBI director warns

The danger of Ransomware cyberattacks and 9/11 attack is alike – FBI director warns

Washington: The challenges posed to national security by the 9/11 terror attack and recent US cyberattacks are alike, claimed the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). FBI Director Christopher Wray drew attention to the fact that both the attacks compelled the ordinary citizens to face immense turmoil. Three years ago, US cybersecurity experts […]

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Russia cannot avoid the responsibility of cyberattacks, warns British Foreign Minister Dominic Raab

Russia cannot avoid the responsibility of cyberattacks, warns British Foreign Minister Dominic Raab

London/Moscow: – British Foreign Minister Dominic Raab issued a stern warning to Russia over the issue of cyberattacks, ‘The hackers launching cyberattacks seem to be stressing on creating obstacles with sabotage. These factors are the notorious gangs of the 21st century. They don’t only mean causing trouble. These factors, with support from some countries and […]

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US imposes fresh sanctions against Russia, accusing of cyberattacks and interference in elections

US imposes fresh sanctions against Russia, accusing of cyberattacks and interference in elections

Washington: – US President Joe Biden signed an ordinance expelling nearly ten Russian diplomats from the United States and imposing sanctions against 30 Russian officials and institutions. The White House informed that these actions had been taken because of the SolarWinds cyberattack and Russian interference in the US elections. Clear indications were being received that […]

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