1. After 18 years, the government is relaxing network segmentation regulations, emphasizing the need for enhanced security technologies; 2. The National Intelligence Service has proposed a multi-level security system (MLS) roadmap to improve national network security policy; 3. The implementation of MLS will allow for the free use of AI and cloud services in public and financial institutions, enabling the integration of public data with AI services and the unrestricted use of open-source tools for development.

1. CrowdStrike's resilience post-outage and strong Q2 results affirm bullish sentiment; 2. Deals with eight or more modules surged 60%, highlighting the stickiness of Falcon platform and growth in new customer adoption; 3. Q2 revenue grew 32% year-over-year to $963.9M, beating expectations, and non-GAAP EPS of $1.04 also surpassed forecasts.

1. Rubrik's stock dipped post-earnings despite strong results; 2. The stock weakness is attributed to the upcoming IPO lock-up expiration; 3. The company remains unprofitable but has a strong cash position and growth potential.

1. Government issues warning about voice phishing, traffic violations fines, illegal dumping penalties, and shopping mall impersonation for holiday gifts; 2. Scammers are increasingly using public institution and acquaintance impersonation to deceive people; 3. Security measures and reporting services are being enhanced to combat cyber scams and smishing.

1. Zscaler's stock fell 15% after hours due to its projected 10th consecutive quarter of revenue growth deceleration. 2. Despite a strong balance sheet and medium-term growth prospects, concerns arise from slowing growth and competitive pressures. 3. The company's fiscal Q1 2025 is expected to show lower profit margins, contradicting expectations for higher profitability as it scales.

➀ The Cybersecurity Innovation Agency GmbH has successfully completed the first phase of the nationwide HAL2025 ideas contest, which aims to identify innovative solutions in the field of 'Autonomous Intelligent Systems in Swarms.' ➁ The contest received 65 submissions, highlighting the potential of this future-oriented topic. ➂ The internal jury will now evaluate the submissions, with finalists receiving funding to develop their ideas into comprehensive concepts.

➀ A 5-year-old vulnerability in AVTECH's network cameras has been exploited to inject a Mirai variant known as Corona Mirai. ➁ The vulnerability, CVE-2024-7029, allows remote code execution and command injection with a CVSS score of 8.7. ➂ Despite being known since 2019, the vulnerability remains unpatched, and the Mirai variant has been active since at least December 2023.

1. Korean government and tech firms are focusing on developing deepfake detection technology; 2. Companies like Raonsecure and Plantinet are leading the charge with AI-based solutions; 3. The government's initiative has led to a surge in stock prices for deepfake-related tech firms.

➀ NATO believes Russia could disrupt global internet and GPS services. ➁ Russia is suspected of mapping undersea fiber optic cables and has already carried out smaller-scale attacks. ➂ NATO is enhancing surveillance and developing systems to reroute communications via satellite in response.

1. Researchers at Cado Security have identified a new malware named 'Cthulhu Stealer' targeting macOS users, disguising as legitimate software like CleanMyMac and Grand Theft Auto IV. 2. The malware, similar to Atomic Stealer, attempts to steal passwords, credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, and game account data. 3. Users are advised to download software only from the Apple App Store or official vendor websites to avoid potential malware threats.

➀ The QuNET Initiative, funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, is preparing a large-scale final experiment to connect multiple users securely within the Berlin metropolitan area using quantum technology. ➁ The experiment involves setting up a network of six nodes in Berlin, utilizing both fiber optic and free-space connections, to demonstrate the exchange of sensitive data between institutions using quantum cryptography. ➂ This experiment is a significant step towards realizing complex multi-user quantum communication networks, following previous successful demonstrations of quantum-secured connections and key exchanges.

➀ Researchers from the QuNET initiative are preparing to connect multiple users within the Berlin metropolitan region in a quantum-secure network. ➁ The experiment aims to demonstrate how authorities will exchange quantum-secure data in the future. ➂ A network of six quantum nodes is being set up in Berlin, combining various quantum cryptographic systems.

➀ Microchip Technology, a leading semiconductor company, has reported disruptions in certain operations due to a cyber incident. ➁ The extent of the disruption and the nature of the cyber attack are currently under investigation. ➂ The company is working closely with cybersecurity experts to mitigate the impact and restore normal operations as soon as possible.

1. Palo Alto Networks' Q4 earnings exceeded expectations, but the stock is overvalued at 29x forward free cash flow for mid-teen growth rates. 2. The author upgraded the stock from sell to hold, suggesting better opportunities in the cybersecurity sector. 3. SentinelOne, with faster growth and better valuation, is considered a more attractive investment compared to Palo Alto Networks.

➀ U.S. lawmakers have requested an investigation into TP-Link due to potential cybersecurity risks. ➁ The letter cites TP-Link's widespread use in military bases and compliance with Chinese government laws. ➂ The Commerce Department has the authority to restrict or ban products that pose a threat, similar to actions taken against ZTC and Huawei.

➀ Tommaso Calarco discusses the potential of quantum computing in revolutionizing materials science, chemistry, and drug discovery through molecular simulation. ➁ He highlights significant engineering challenges, particularly in scaling qubits while maintaining quality. ➂ Calarco also emphasizes the role of quantum communication in providing a secure alternative to current encryption methods, addressing cybersecurity concerns.

➀ Encrypt your hard drive; ➁ Set a system password; ➂ Enable screen lock; ➃ Install a VPN; ➄ Set up a firewall; ➅ Disable root login over SSH; ➆ Keep your system updated.

1. A critical zero-click security flaw in all versions of Windows allows for wormable remote code execution; 2. Microsoft has assigned a severity score of 9.8/10 to CVE-2024-38063; 3. The vulnerability was discovered by Chinese researcher Xiao Wei and has been patched by Microsoft, along with other zero-day vulnerabilities.

➀ Hackers have reportedly stolen Social Security numbers of all Americans; ➁ 2.9 billion records are involved; ➂ The data includes personal information from the US, UK, and Canada.

➀ Intel sold its entire stake in Arm Holdings during the second quarter, raising approximately $147 million. ➁ The company also exited its investment in ZeroFox and reduced its involvement with Astera Labs as part of a broader cost management strategy. ➂ Intel reported a $120 million net loss on its equity investments for the quarter, amidst significant financial challenges.