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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 1d

“Diplomatically, we need to have the international community come together and start putting pressure on those countries that are harbouring cyber criminals and saying, 'you are acting outside the interests of the common good'. More diplomatic pressure – More economic pressure
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'We're continuously under attack': Experts warn of AI and quantum-powered cyber threat | The National

Online security in focus at World Economic Forum event in Dubai

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 2d

CTA @cyallianceprez.bsky.social said the agency might not currently have the staff to respond to a major #cybersecurity incident. “You’re talking about an agency that’s really sort of operating at a bare bones kind of level, these are threats that don’t tend to take a break”
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Lawmakers sound alarm over lapsed cybersecurity law - Roll Call

The lapse of two key federal programs could discourage information sharing between companies and the government, leaving an opening for a cyberattack.

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 2d

"These changes increase the likelihood that a problem will be missed or overlooked, and they will make marshaling the capability to respond to significant incidents harder," @cyallianceprez.bsky.social

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#cybersecurity #CISA2015 #cyberpolicy

CISA in Disarray Amid Shutdown and Growing Political Threats

Facing major turnover, partisan upheaval and a government shutdown, the U.S. cyber defense agency is now operating at a fraction of its strength, leaving states and

www.govinfosecurity.com

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 5d

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Sen. Peters tries another approach to extend expired cyber threat information-sharing law

A new bill renames the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 and would make its legal protections retroactive after its lapse.

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 5d

Our @cyberalliance.bsky.social member @reversinglabs.com article on vibe coding
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#cybersecurity #supplychain #vibecoding

Vibe coding is the new OSS — in the worst way possible

Welcome to this week’s edition of Chainmail: Software Supply Chain Security News, which brings you the latest software security headlines, curated by the team at ReversingLabs (RL). This week: Vibe co...

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 5d

Next-gen computing isn’t just faster, it’s fundamentally different. Quantum, neuromorphic, biological, orbital. It’s expanding cyberspace, but also attack surface. Security must be embedded from day one, or we risk building brilliance on a brittle foundation. #QuantumComputing
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Securing next-generation computing capabilities for all

Cybersecurity should be built into next-generation computing engineering and deployment processes, but it doesn’t have to mean compromising capability.

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 7d

Now on stage at @CyberNextDC: Safeguarding the Backbone: Cybersecurity for Essential Services
Products are facing the internet that were never designed to face the internet. Secure by Operations can manage this.
@gca.bsky.social cyberseccenter.bsky.social
@cyberalliance.bsky.social
#cyberpolicy

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 7d

Now on stage at #CyberNextDC Cyber Force Commission Update panel
www.youtube.com/live/VxtE68R...
@cyberseccenter.bsky.social ky.social @cyberalliance.bsky.social
#cybersecurity #cyberpolicy

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 7d

The Next Disruption: Agentic AI and the Business of Cybersecurity now speaking at #CyberNextDC
AI can help with vetting if someone is a 'real' person when recuriting and hiring. Ensure you have processes and audits in place.
@cyberseccenter.bsky.social ky.social @cyberalliance.bsky.social

Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 7d

Steve Vintz Co-Chief Executive Officer, Tenable speaking at #CyberNextDC
"21st century threat with 20th century bureaucracy"
#cyberpolicy #cybersecurity
@cyberseccenter.bsky.social @cyberalliance.bsky.social

Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 7d

Now at #CyberNextDC: Vulnerable: Weakness in the Nation's Vulnerability Management System
CVE helps us all know we are talking about the same thing. It is critical not just in US but govts & industry worldwide!
Recognize this is an international effort & impact. It can't be single source of funding

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Center for Cybersecurity Policy and Law @cyberseccenter.bsky.social · 7d

Starting now at #CyberNextDC a panel on "Vulnerable: Weaknesses in the Nation's Vulnerability Management System."

Watch here: www.youtube.com/live/VxtE68R...

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Center for Cybersecurity Policy and Law @cyberseccenter.bsky.social · 7d

@cybercoalition.bsky.social executive director Ari Schwartz talks about the continued need for information sharing as he kicks off #CyberNextDC and asks Congress to asks Congress to reauthorize the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act. Watch here: www.youtube.com/live/VxtE68R...

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 7d

Now speaking at #CyberNextDC, the Cyber Luminaries Panel.
Paraphrasing: Many attacks are from teenagers - if we can't stop teenagers, we can't stop nation states. The advantage is to the attackers, not the defenders. Better to prioritize addressing the consequences of attacks.
#cyberpolicy

Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 7d

Now speaking at #CyberNextDC @megans.bsky.social on What Cyber Policy Needs Next: Through the Looking Glass of the Ransomware Task Force
"We are too dependable on undependable things'
#cyberpolicy #cybersecurity #ransomware
@cyberalliance.bsky.social @cyberseccenter.bsky.social

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 7d

The #CyberNextDC conference is kicking off. Watch here: youtube.com/live/VxtE68R...
#cybersecurity #cyberpolicy

Center for Cybersecurity Policy and Law @cyberseccenter.bsky.social · 7d

@cybercoalition.bsky.social executive director Ari Schwartz is kicking off #CyberNextDC! Watch the program live here: youtube.com/live/VxtE68R...
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CyberNext DC 2025

YouTube video by Center for Cybersecurity Policy and Law

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 8d

Join us Oct 8th for CyberNextDC
Registration: tinyurl.com/mu8zpem5
We will examine how govt and industry can collaborate to confront new and emerging threats, strengthen supply chain resilience and advance proactive strategies to protect our digital future
@cyallianceprez.bsky.social
#cyberpolicy

Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 9d

On Oct. 8, @cybercoalition.bsky.social and @cyberalliance.bsky.social will bring together leading voices to explore how industry and government can confront threats, strengthen resilience, and shape the future of #cybersecurity at #CyberNextDC
Join us!
Register now: tinyurl.com/mu8zpem5

CyberNext DC 2025

CyberNextDC 2025 returns on October 8th to convene leading policymakers, industry innovators, and security experts to explore the evolving policy landscape.

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 9d

Cybersecurity doesn’t have to be complicated. By implementing '4 Core' steps, & remembering to back up your data, you can take your digital safety to the next level and help protect yourself, your family, & your organization from malicious online activity
www.cyberthreatalliance.org/stay-safe-on...

Stay Safe Online: Small Steps, Big Protection - Cyber Threat Alliance

Jeannette Jarvis, Chief Business Officer In today’s digital world, staying safe online is more important than ever. Whether you’re checking emails, shopping, working remotely, or helping your kids wit...

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 12d

We're saying goodbye to CTA Board Director Dave Beabout as his term ends. His leadership, insight, and unwavering vision played a vital role in CTA’s growth and success. Dave, your presence will be deeply missed - wishing you nothing but the best in all that lies ahead!
#cybersecurity #leadership

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 13d

A new proposal outlines six national-level metrics to help us finally measure what’s happening in cyberspace. No more relying on anecdotes, let’s build an evidence-based foundation for smarter, stronger cyber policy.
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#DataDriven #DigitalResilience #threatintelligence

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 13d

The @cyallianceprez.bsky.social predicted that some companies will “suspend some sharing activities with the government,” but he added that a lot will depend on “each company’s risk tolerance.” Reduced collaboration will continue
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#cybersecurity #cyberpolicy #threatintelligence

Landmark US cyber-information-sharing program expires, bringing uncertainty

Without legal protections, companies might stop reporting information about cybersecurity threats.

www.cybersecuritydive.com

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 14d

"A short term blip could cause some temporary problems, but probably not big ones," @cyallianceprez.bsky.social said. "The real issue is if the lapse stretches into months and there's no path forward for reauthorization."
www.bankinfosecurity.com/what-happens...
#cyberpolicy #cybersecurity

What Happens to Cyberthreat Sharing After CISA 2015?

With a key cyberthreat sharing law expiring Tuesday, analysts tell Information Security Media Group legal protections enabling cyberthreat sharing across the public

www.bankinfosecurity.com

Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 14d

“We’re kind of hobbling ourselves in doing all of the functions that you would want to be going on,” @cyallianceprez.bsky.social "And with a threat like cyber threats that evolve and move so quickly, falling behind on that is just really not a terribly smart way to go.”
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Government shutdown deepens US cyber risk, exposing networks to threat actors

As Trump’s cyber spending cuts and CISA firings weaken defenses, the latest government shutdown leaves federal networks even more exposed to nation-state and criminal hackers looking to exploit thinne...

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Cyber Threat Alliance @cyberalliance.bsky.social · 14d

Given that #cybersecurity professionals are scattered throughout the government, the effect on their overall employment during a shutdown is hard to track or predict. @cyallianceprez.bsky.social thinks that most cybersecurity workers will be exempt from furloughs.
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Government shutdown deepens US cyber risk, exposing networks to threat actors

As Trump’s cyber spending cuts and CISA firings weaken defenses, the latest government shutdown leaves federal networks even more exposed to nation-state and criminal hackers looking to exploit thinne...

www.csoonline.com

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