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Nation state actors compromise Australian critical infrastructure, posing existential threat

Recent intelligence indicates that nation state linked actors have successfully infiltrated critical Australian infrastructure networks, maintaining persistent access. These sophisticated intrusions are designed to allow adversaries to disrupt essential services at a moment of their choosing. This development signifies a heightened level of cyber espionage and readiness for potential cyber warfare against critical national assets.

Today's question

Under Article 13 GDPR, when personal data is collected directly from the data subject, the controller must provide information:

  1. At the time when personal data is obtained
  2. Within 30 days of collection, subject to the applicable communication standards
  3. Only if the data subject requests it, subject to documented procedural requirements
  4. Within one year of collection, in accordance with the information provision framework

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Worth knowing

  1. London Police Deploy Live Facial Recognition in West End Amidst Privacy Concerns

    London metropolitan police have expanded their use of live facial recognition technology to the West End district, prompting renewed debate over privacy and civil liberties. This deployment raises significant questions about the proportionality of such surveillance in public spaces and its potential impact on individual rights.

  2. Microsoft Uses AI to Connect Malware Operations in Racketeering Lawsuit

    Microsoft is leveraging artificial intelligence to establish connections between two distinct malware operations as part of a racketeering lawsuit. This innovative application of AI demonstrates its growing role in cybersecurity investigations and legal proceedings, aimed at disrupting criminal networks and enhancing enforcement efforts.

  3. Google Introduces Enhanced Privacy Controls for Activity History and Personalization

    Google has rolled out new privacy controls, empowering users with greater management over their activity history and personalization settings. These updates aim to provide more transparency and user agency regarding how personal data is collected and utilized for service improvement and targeted content.

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