Cybersecurity
Data breaches, cybercrime, security law, and cyber incident response
DOJ Seizes $1.2B Linked to Binance in North Korean Crypto Scam
The DOJ seizes $1.2 billion tied to North Korean hackers in a Binance crypto theft and disrupts a malware scheme involving webcam deepfakes.
US Cyberattacks Hit 1M in 2025; Legal Risks Grow with AI Threats
US cybercrime complaints topped 1 million in 2025 with rising AI-driven attacks, forcing legal pros to sharpen cybersecurity and compliance strategies.
Stephen Ward Raises $250M for Second Cybersecurity Fund
Stephen Ward, ex-Secret Service agent, launches Brightmind's $250M cybersecurity fund amid growing legal sector risks.
AI-Driven Cyberattacks Are Disrupting Security, Warns Expert
Cybersecurity risks are escalating as AI enables more sophisticated attacks; legal teams must adapt to protect sensitive data.
North Korea's long-term cyber threat tactics exposed before $6.3B Binance hack
Cybersecurity experts reveal how North Korea's persistent hacking methods remained unmitigated before the massive $6.3 billion Binance crypto heist, urging crypto firms to strengthen defenses.
Trial Begins Over Emails Threatening to 'Skin' a Federal Judge
Jury selection starts in the trial of Quantavious K. Hurt for threatening a federal judge, testing legal boundaries on online threats.
Coordinated Cyberattack Hits Four Major Canadian Law Firms in October 2026
Four leading Canadian law firms were targeted in a coordinated cyberattack in October 2026, exposing sensitive client data and prompting cybersecurity alerts.
Binance Halts Trading After $6B Crypto Hack
Binance confirms a $6 billion crypto hack, suspends trading, and stablecoin issuers freeze assets amid investigations linking to state-backed hackers.
Google Unveils Gemini 4 Carbon AI With Enhanced Cybersecurity Features
Google launches Gemini 4 Carbon AI model emphasizing cybersecurity and autonomous coding, impacting legal tech data protection and compliance.
Hackers Expose Data of 41,000+ DHS Employees in Okta Breach
Hackers leaked personal info of over 41,000 DHS workers via Okta breach, exposing federal cybersecurity risks and legal compliance challenges.
AI Helps Find Critical PHP Flaws; Attacks Rise but Exploits Remain Limited
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol aided researchers in finding severe PHP vulnerabilities affecting 70% of websites; attack attempts surged but large-scale breaches are rare.
Wall Street Banks Build AI Safeguards Amid Security Breaches
Major US banks face unauthorized AI agent access, boost AI resilience and risk strategies as AI grows in finance.
EFF Urges More Funding for Open Source Security After PHP Outage Crisis
EFF calls for increased investment in open source software security after critical PHP vulnerabilities impacted 70% of websites globally.
AI Reveals Critical PHP Vulnerabilities Affecting 70% of Websites
AI-assisted researchers discovered critical bugs in PHP, prompting urgent patches and warnings from NSA and FBI for billions of websites.
AI Models Plan Cyberattacks on Power and Water Systems with 90% Success
New research shows AI can design cyberattacks targeting critical US infrastructure like power grids and water systems at high success rates.
ICANN pilots single sign-on for law enforcement access to non-public WHOIS
ICANN tests SAML-based single sign-on to speed law enforcement access to non-public WHOIS data for urgent threats, balancing privacy and security.
AI-Powered Hackers Breach 100+ Sites Including John Deere
A recent AI-driven hacking campaign breached over 100 websites, including John Deere and SharkNinja, raising new legal and cyber risk challenges.
Cyberattack Disrupts US Bankruptcy Courts' Digital Notice Systems
A cyber incident at BAE Systems disrupts US bankruptcy courts' electronic notices, causing delays and operational challenges for legal practitioners.
Microsoft Defender antivirus adds Linux desktop support in preview
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint enters public preview for Linux desktops, enhancing cybersecurity options for legal and compliance teams managing Linux environments.
Lineal Acquires Swiss e-Discovery Firm Forentec to Boost Cyber Services
Lineal acquires Swiss e-discovery firm Forentec, expanding digital forensics and OSINT services to enhance legal workflows globally.