threat-intel Meta Is Testing Facial Recognition for Police and Military Meta is reportedly developing facial recognition technology, initially for use by law enforcement and the military. This development involves a prototype being tested with a Pentagon supplier, raising concerns about the… Schneier on Security · Jun 26, 2026 Medium facial recognitionsurveillancemeta
threat-intel DHS chief says president has met with potential CISA nominee; agency plans to hire 600 The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is seeking to rebuild its workforce following significant layoffs and a prolonged period without a Senate-confirmed direc… The Record · Jun 25, 2026 Medium CHUScisacybersecurityhomeland security
threat-intel Russia used Cellebrite phone-hacking tool to crack down on dissident after firm cut off country This article reports that Russian authorities continued to use Cellebrite’s phone-hacking tool, the UFED, to access the devices of dissident political activist Andrey Pivovarov after Cellebrite announced it was ending it… The Record · Jun 25, 2026 High RUDEsurveillancephone-hackingdissident
threat-intel Bulgaria allowed surveillance tech firm to sell products to repressive regimes, report says A report by Human Rights Watch revealed that Bulgaria allowed a surveillance technology firm, Circles, to sell its products – including Pixcell, Landmark, and Voice Over Location Enabler software – to repressive regimes… The Record · Jun 18, 2026 High BUELUAsurveillancespywareexport control
threat-intel UK Social Media Ban for Minors Has Privacy Experts Worried The UK is implementing a ban on user-to-user social media platforms for individuals under 16, following similar legislation in Canada and Australia, driven by concerns about the impact of social media on young people. Th… Dark Reading · Jun 17, 2026 Medium UKCAAUsocial mediaage verificationprivacy
other Flock Cameras Are Being Used for Stalking Flock Cameras, a manufacturer of residential security cameras, is facing scrutiny due to reports of law enforcement agencies using their systems for excessive and potentially unlawful surveillance. Multiple cases across… Schneier on Security · Jun 16, 2026 High USsurveillanceprivacypolice
threat-intel Major US surveillance program poised to lapse after legislative deadlock This article reports on a looming lapse in the US surveillance program, Section 702 of the FISA, due to legislative deadlock in Congress. The program, which allows intelligence agencies to collect communications of forei… The Record · Jun 12, 2026 High USIRCHfisasurveillanceintelligence
threat-intel NSO Group Hacking WhatsApp Despite Court Order Recent reports indicate that NSO Group, a cybersecurity firm specializing in offensive intelligence, has been found to be utilizing its Pegasus spyware to target WhatsApp users despite a court order restricting its use.… Schneier on Security · Jun 10, 2026 High spywarewhatsappnsogroup
threat-intel Russia upgrades rules for its digital spy system to better track citizens online Russia has updated its SORM (System for Operative Investigative Activities) digital surveillance system to enhance its capabilities for tracking citizens online. The updated regulations expand the data accessible through… The Record · Jun 8, 2026 High RUsurveillancedigital privacyinternet monitoring
threat-intel Chinese hackers use new Atlas RAT malware in European cyberattacks A Chinese cybercrime group, tracked as TA4922, is expanding its operations with the deployment of new malware, including the Atlas RAT and RomulusLoader, targeting organizations across Europe and Southeast Asia. The grou… BleepingComputer · Jun 3, 2026 High CHGEITphishingremote access trojanmalware loader
threat-intel Russia claims foreign spy agencies hacked officials' phones Russia's FSB has accused foreign intelligence agencies of conducting a large-scale espionage operation targeting senior Russian officials through the use of malware installed on their mobile devices. The agency alleges t… The Record · Jun 2, 2026 High RUUNEUespionagesurveillanceforeign interference
threat-intel Eyes wide open: How to mitigate the security and privacy risks of smart glasses This article discusses the growing security and privacy risks associated with smart glasses, particularly due to their advanced tracking and recording capabilities combined with AI integration. The proliferation of these… WeLiveSecurity · May 11, 2026 High GEUKsurveillanceprivacyai
threat-intel Smashing Security podcast #466: Meta sees everything, Copy Fail, and a deepfake gets hired This Smashing Security podcast episode discusses ongoing cybersecurity challenges, including the persistent issues of AI-related bugs, social engineering attacks, and the dangers of deepfakes. A key topic is Meta’s smart… Graham Cluley · May 6, 2026 Medium UKaiprivacydeepfake
threat-intel NSA Chief During Snowden Affair Shares Regrets, Reflections 13 Years Later This Dark Reading Confidential episode features a retrospective discussion with Chris Inglis, former NSA Deputy Director during the Edward Snowden affair, 13 years after the events. The conversation focuses on the misund… Dark Reading · Apr 28, 2026 Low USRUnsasnowdenmetadata
