cyber threats
NSA Ajit Doval Highlights How Weak Governance Led to Regime Changes in South Asian Nations
Nov 01, 2025 09:35 am CST
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval emphasized the critical role of effective governance in nation-building during his Rashtriya Ekta Diwas lecture. He cited examples from Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka where weak governance led to regime changes through non-institutional methods. Doval praised PM Modi's governance model while highlighting the importance of institutional strength, women's empowerment, and technology adaptation to meet citizens' growing expectations in modern governance.
BBC Reporter Targeted by Ransomware Gang with Million-Dollar Bribery Attempt: Inside the Cybersecurity Investigation
Sep 30, 2025 12:03 pm CST
A BBC cybersecurity correspondent was approached by the notorious Medusa ransomware gang with a lucrative offer to compromise the broadcaster's systems. The hackers promised "life-changing" money—up to 25% of a potential million-dollar ransom—in exchange for access to BBC networks. This rare glimpse into criminal recruitment tactics reveals how cybercriminals target insiders and the sophisticated methods they employ, including MFA bombing and secure communication channels, to breach even prestigious organizations.