Many security leaders at major companies, flush with expanded budgets to fend off AI-powered cyberattacks , are experiencing a level of decision fatigue that's freezing them in their tracks. Why it matters: Those leaders are still trying to size up how autonomous cyberattacks will affect their businesses at a time when they need to be taking bold action and mobilizing quickly, experts told Axios. The big picture: Companies have only a short window before AI models capable of end-to-end autonomous cyberattacks land in the hands of malicious attackers. - But four months after Anthropic released Mythos Preview to prepare for what's to come, many companies are still debating where to put their money and which controls to prioritize. State of…
Suspected Iran-linked cyberattacks re exposing long-standing vulnerabilities in fragmented U.S. drinking water systems facing aging infrastructure and intensifying climate threats. Why it matters: Drinking water systems disruptions can threaten public health and essential services, while many utilities—especially smaller ones—lack the staff and resources to strengthen their defenses.. - Kevin Morley, federal relations manager for the American Water Works Association (AWWA), tells Axios utilities now have to manage acute cybersecurity threats alongside chronic challenges, including climate change and infrastructure deterioration. The big picture: There are more than 144,000 public water systems in the U.S., including about 50,000…
The FBI says at least nine states have reported cyberattacks on water systems. It is still unclear who is behind the attacks, but officials say water quality was not compromised. #cybersecurity #water #safety Get a fast-paced look at the latest from the border to Main Street to the White House on "NewsNation Live" with Nichole Berlie. Weekdays starting at 12p/11C. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
