Russell Fairweather

Russell Fairweather

Cybersecurity Consultant
Russell Fairweather is a versatile tech enthusiast whose expertise spans IT security, development, and networking. With a deep understanding of software development principles and networking protocols, Russell crafts content that offers invaluable insights and actionable advice. Trusted by professionals seeking to elevate their coding skills and reinforce network infrastructure, Russell is a resource for tech leaders navigating the ever-evolving shifts in technology.
EU AI Ban Signals New Era of Data Governance
Infrastructure & Network Security EU AI Ban Signals New Era of Data Governance

The rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence has created a profound tension between its transformative potential and the fundamental principles of data privacy, a conflict compelling organizations to confront how they manage and protect sensitive information. This dynamic is no longer

A CISO's Playbook to Defend Data From AI Scraping
Security Operations & Management A CISO's Playbook to Defend Data From AI Scraping

Today we're joined by Rupert Marais, our in-house security specialist with deep expertise in cybersecurity strategy and network management. As organizations increasingly find their most valuable data targeted by sophisticated AI-driven scraping, the old playbook of treating it as a low-level

Trend Analysis: Defense Technology Autonomy
Infrastructure & Network Security Trend Analysis: Defense Technology Autonomy

The provocative assertion that a sophisticated F-35 fighter jet could be manipulated with the same fundamental approach as an iPhone signals a profound shift in the landscape of global defense. This statement, from a high-ranking European official, is more than a technical boast; it is a

GitHub Fork of macOS App Spreads Windows Malware
Infrastructure & Network Security GitHub Fork of macOS App Spreads Windows Malware

The open-source software ecosystem, built on a foundation of collaborative development and shared trust, has become an unexpected battleground where threat actors are now cleverly disguising malware within seemingly legitimate projects. A recent cybersecurity investigation has uncovered a

Underfunded Registries Threaten Software Security
Infrastructure & Network Security Underfunded Registries Threaten Software Security

The digital architecture powering modern society rests precariously on a foundation of open source software, yet the very infrastructure distributing this code is quietly crumbling under the weight of its own success. These essential software registries, the digital libraries for languages like

Odido Data Breach Exposes Data of 6 Million Customers
Data Protection & Privacy Odido Data Breach Exposes Data of 6 Million Customers

Dutch mobile carrier Odido recently confirmed it was the target of a major cyberattack, resulting in a data breach that has compromised the personal information of more than 6 million customers across its primary brand and its subsidiary, Ben. The incident, which unfolded over a two-day period on

Is a Phishing Group Selling Access to Your Company?
Malware & Threats Is a Phishing Group Selling Access to Your Company?

An elusive and financially motivated threat actor, identified as GS7, is currently orchestrating a large-scale, sophisticated phishing campaign that meticulously weaponizes the brands of Fortune 500 companies against their own customers and employees. This operation, codenamed "Operation

Is North Korea Using AI to Target Blockchain Developers?
Endpoint & Device Security Is North Korea Using AI to Target Blockchain Developers?

A sophisticated and ongoing phishing campaign has revealed a startling evolution in the cyber threat landscape, where the North Korean advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as Konni is now strategically targeting blockchain developers with malware that appears to be generated with artificial

Digital Age Verification – Review
Infrastructure & Network Security Digital Age Verification – Review

The once-boundless digital frontier is now being methodically mapped with new kinds of borders, not defined by geography but by complex legislative mandates designed to shield minors from the internet's adult-oriented corners. Digital Age Verification technology represents a significant advancement

When Is a Windows Flaw Not a Vulnerability?
Data Protection & Privacy When Is a Windows Flaw Not a Vulnerability?

Today we’re speaking with Rupert Marais, our in-house security specialist, about a series of newly disclosed techniques that turn the humble Windows shortcut, or LNK file, into a surprisingly potent tool for cyberattacks. We'll be exploring the technical nuances of how these shortcuts can be

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