Risky Bulletin: EU readies new anti-spyware group, but with even less powers than PEGA
Summary
This Risky Business News bulletin covers several cybersecurity incidents, including the EU forming a new anti-spyware group with limited powers, Microsoft providing BitLocker keys to the FBI, Russia deploying wipers on Poland's energy grid, and the dismantling of a murder-for-hire portal in Romania. The EU's new group has even less power than PEGA.
IFF Assessment
The diverse array of incidents, including nation-state attacks and privacy concerns, poses threats to defenders.
Severity
Defender Context
Defenders need to be aware of nation-state attacks targeting critical infrastructure like energy grids, as well as potential legal challenges related to data access by government agencies. The deployment of wipers highlights the importance of robust backup and recovery procedures, while the dismantling of the murder-for-hire portal underscores the need for collaboration with law enforcement. Increased nation-state activity and legal tensions create a complex threat environment.