CYBER CENTRE
Microsoft says sorry for global outage as it traces disruption to network upgrade issue; adds all products now operational
Microsoft services like Outlook and Teams faced a significant outage impacting users globally for over a day. The disruption began on Thursday, November 12, and continued into Friday, leading to severe communication issues. Microsoft reported gradual improvements in service restoration across affected areas during the outage. Many users still encountered intermittent access problems and delays in email delivery as the company worked on a resolution.
Kangana Ranaut booked over social media posts on Gandhi family; FIR registered
The FIR has been registered under Sections 196, 353 and 356 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, which deal with promoting enmity, statements capable of causing public mischief and defamation, respectively.
What can you do while Microsoft fixes one of its biggest outages ever? Outlook is returning, but when can users trust email and Teams again before logging ?
Microsoft outage latest update: Microsoft is in the process of recovering services following a significant global outage. In its latest update on Friday, November 13, the company said North America was seeing broader improvements, while Europe and Asia-Pacific were also showing signs of recovery. Some users, however, continue to face intermittent access problems and delayed emails.
Microsoft says services being gradually restored in Asia Pacific
Microsoft said it was seeing improvements in mailbox access and delayed email processing, but some users may continue to experience intermittent issues. Its focus is now on extending the recovery actions to affected infrastructure in other regions and on reducing email queues and backlogs, it said.
Microsoft Outage: Air India, IndiGo and Akasa issue passenger advisories
Air India reported that its flight operations were unaffected by the ongoing Microsoft outage. The airline implemented measures to ensure continued communication with customers and timely email responses. IndiGo and Akasa Air experienced disruptions in their email services due to the same outage and recommended alternative support channels. Microsoft is addressing a significant global disruption impacting multiple services, including Teams and Outlook.
Platforms seek DPDP alignment in NCPCR’s child safety guidelines
In a meeting held by NCPCR on Thursday, the platforms said age-assurance and parental-consent mechanisms under the data protection regime should be harmonised with any NCPCR guidelines rather than being governed by parallel obligations.
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Help wanted: AI firms court ex-spies as Nvidia drama spotlights security risks
AI companies are increasingly employing former intelligence officers to enhance security measures against espionage. This trend follows concerns about potential security breaches, especially in light of recent incidents involving high-profile executives. Notably, Nvidia has launched an independent investigation into allegations of espionage linked to its CEO. Organizations like OpenAI and Anthropic are actively seeking counterintelligence experts to safeguard their operations.
Rajnath Singh calls for stronger defensive capabilities to maintain 'element of surprise' in future warfare; launches UDAAN-developed AI applications
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called on the armed forces to strengthen offensive and defensive capabilities in modern warfare. He highlighted the need for improved integration and intelligence mechanisms to counter unexpected threats. The Defence Minister urged the Indian Air Force to develop doctrines for evolving warfare domains, including cyber and space. He launched in-house developed Artificial Intelligence applications to enhance operational capabilities across various domains.
Meta India’s Arun Srinivas on CSAM, AI for small businesses and Muse’s India launch timeline
Meta India Managing Director Arun Srinivas discusses how harmful ads linked to child sexual abuse material slipped through Instagram's review process, the safety measures introduced since then and questions around accountability. In an interview with ET, he also talks about Muse AI's India launch timeline, how small businesses are using AI to create advertisements, Instagram's plans for creators and WhatsApp's growing ambitions in digital payments.
NCMEC urges India to avoid duplicate reporting of online child sexual abuse cases
The letter comes amid discussions following recent Supreme Court proceedings on the reporting and removal of child sexual exploitation and abuse material online. The court directed the government to strengthen the mechanisms for detecting and removing such material and reiterated that platforms must comply with reporting obligations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act.
Ireland mounts its biggest security operation for European summits
Ireland is implementing its largest-ever security operation as around 50 European leaders convene in Dublin this week. Growing concerns over hybrid attacks have prompted heightened vigilance and extensive preparations by the police. Many bomb threats in recent days have caused disruptions across Europe and targeted various institutions in Ireland. Specialist units, supported by military forces, will ensure safety during the significant political gatherings.
SC asks WhatsApp, others to list measures to prevent digital arrest, related cyber crimes
In an order uploaded on the website with regard to the hearing conducted on October 29 in a suo motu case titled 'In Re: Victims of Digital Arrest Related to Forged Documents', a bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant asked WhatsApp and like intermediaries to simultaneously submit their proposals to the I4C (Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre).
Nvidia scandal: The AI arms race puts human spies back into the game
The Nvidia controversy involving CEO Jensen Huang and a woman suspected by US intelligence of having links to Beijing has renewed concerns over corporate espionage in the AI industry. Recent cases involving OpenAI and Google have also highlighted risks from insiders and traditional spying methods.
Alice in Nvidia CEO's secret world: Jensen Huang's personal affair matters far beyond than what meets the eye
Concerns about national security have emerged regarding Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and a Chinese businesswoman, Alice Huang. US intelligence suggests Alice may have gathered information for Beijing after forming a close relationship with Jensen. Nvidia's advanced processors play a crucial role in AI and military applications, making them strategically significant in US-China relations. Congressional inquiries are seeking clarity on Nvidia's security protocols regarding foreign espionage risks.
Cybercrime networks shift to smaller, mobile scam operations amid enforcement pressure: FATF
In its report released from Paris, the global money-laundering watchdog said large, fortified compounds where cyber slaves were forced to commit financial cybercrimes are being moved to apartments, houses, hotels and office floors, sometimes rebranding as legitimate outsourcing or marketing firms.
Cybercrime networks shift to smaller, mobile scam operations amid enforcement pressure: FATF
In its report released from Paris, the global money-laundering watchdog said large, fortified compounds where cyber slaves were forced to commit financial cybercrimes are being moved to apartments, houses, hotels and office floors, sometimes rebranding as legitimate outsourcing or marketing firms.
Amagi, Shiprocket post profits; US polls’ impact on IT
Amagi’s Q2 profit surged nearly 30x while Shiprocket swung into the black for the first time. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Delhi Police files FIR against Meta India over child sexual abuse material on its platforms
In response to directives from the National Human Rights Commission, Delhi Police has launched an FIR against Meta India, concerning the alarming presence of Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Material on its platforms. This follows previous summons from the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights. As a proactive measure, Meta India is now coordinating with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre to report child safety violations.
India flags Chinese-linked AI tools in hacking campaign against financial firms
India's cybersecurity agency named the hacking group behind a wave of AI-driven attacks on financial firms and identified its tools, at least two of them linked to China, adding India to a growing list of countries where
SBI-led banking alliance comes together to mount a defence to AI threats
Indian Banks' Association, led by State Bank of India, is developing a strategy for cybersecurity in the AI era. The initiative focuses on improving coordination among banks and facilitating timely information sharing. Increasing digitalization has expanded the potential for cyberattacks, urging immediate measures to mitigate risks.
Central cyber security agency warns banks, NBFCs of AI attacks; I4C reveals how hackers are executing multi-crore frauds
I4C has warned banks, NBFCs and fintech firms about AI-powered cyberattacks that enable hackers to execute fraudulent transactions at machine speed. The agency has flagged multi-crore unauthorised fund transfers, urged financial institutions to strengthen API security and directed them to report cyber incidents to CERT-In and RBI within six hours.
India cybercrime agency warns financial firms on AI attacks
"These attacks are financially motivated and are being carried out with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI) agents leading to machine speed compromise," the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre said in an advisory made public on Wednesday.
Beijing says UK cybersecurity report 'smears' China
China has officially countered assertions made by Britain's National Cyber Security Centre, which indicated that Chinese AI operations could threaten UK infrastructure by 2028. The country’s foreign ministry condemned these claims as baseless and asserted that they reflect an effort to impede China's AI progress. This dispute underscores the intricate and evolving cybersecurity challenges faced by nations today.
'India is neither an ally or a superpower': Delhi Police file FIR against Prashant Bhushan for sharing a fake video of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov
Delhi Police has taken action against advocate Prashant Bhushan by filing an FIR for sharing a deceptive video purportedly from Sergey Lavrov, which harshly critiques India's oil imports from Russia. Confirmations from the Ministry of External Affairs and the Russian Embassy reveal the video is misleading. Concerns are rising that this could jeopardize India-Russia relations, with suggestions of involvement from Pakistani entities, as the SCO Civilisational Dialogue in Delhi approaches.
ETtech Explainer: Why SIM-binding is a concern for consumers and businesses
A new study raises alarms about the Department of Telecommunications' proposed SIM-binding requirement for messaging applications. The mandate could severely disrupt operations for consumers and businesses alike, especially impacting international travelers who depend on local SIMs or Wi-Fi. Businesses are bracing for heightened costs and difficulties tied to limited device accessibility.
Premji's deeptech bets; Razorpay gets IPO nod
Happy Thursday! Premji Invest is stepping up its bets on defence and aerospace manufacturing.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Are Russia, China, Iran planning to carry out large scale cyberattacks bigger than Europe supermarket fridges hacking? Top Britain official reveals shocking details
Moscow, Beijing and Tehran have all repeatedly denied similar accusations of malevolent cyber actions in the past.
IKEA store in Belgium hit by fridge cyberattack; refrigeration systems impacted as supermarkets across Europe face issues
IKEA's store in Mons experienced temperature rises in refrigeration systems due to a cyberattack. Several European supermarkets, including Carrefour and Coop, also reported similar issues affecting their refrigeration control systems. A broader cyberattack targeted grocery retailers across Belgium, Estonia, Finland, Luxembourg, and Sweden, leading to food waste concerns. Investigations are ongoing regarding the causes and potential future impacts on food supplies.
Sweden's cybersecurity centre working on freezer incidents at several grocery stores
The temperature of freezers at several Swedish grocery stores rose sharply overnight, operators ICA and Coop said on Monday, with at least one store blaming the incident on a cyberattack.
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