Cyber exec with lavish lifestyle charged with selling secrets to Russia
05 Nov
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Cyber exec with lavish lifestyle charged with selling secrets to Russia

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Lifestyle Federal prosecutors have charged a former general manager of US government defense contractor L3Harris's cyber arm Trenchant with selling secrets to an unidentified Russian buyer for $1.3 million. According to the Justice Department, Peter Williams stole seven trade secrets belonging to two unnamed companies between April 2022 and June 2025 "knowing and intending those secrets to be sold outside of the United States, and specifically to a buyer based in the Russian Federation." The court documents don't specify what the trade secrets involved, but Williams worked as a director and general manager at L3Harris' Trenchant division, which develops cyber weapons. According to the company's website, it supports "national security operations with end-point intelligence solutions," and is "a world authority on cyber capabilities, operating in the fields of computer network operations and vulnerability...
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Empowering Cyber Resilience: A Holistic Approach to Securing the Future of Organizations
10 Oct
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Empowering Cyber Resilience: A Holistic Approach to Securing the Future of Organizations

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Top Stories Tamfitronics SINGAPORE, Oct 10, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - Customized Training Solutions Pte. Ltd. (CTS) is hosting a virtual summit, “Empowering Cyber Resilience,” aimed at addressing the growing cyber threats facing today's interconnected world. This two-half day event will bring together top industry leaders, government officials, and cybersecurity experts to provide actionable strategies for organizations to enhance their cyber resilience, focusing on People, Process, and Technology.As cyber threats escalate, resilience is now essential to protect data, maintain business continuity, and recover quickly after cyber incidents. This summit emphasizes a holistic approach—combining human factors, organizational processes, and the latest technologies.Key Focus: People, Process, and TechnologyPeople: Cyber awareness and creating a "human firewall" are critical. Speakers will emphasize security-first cultures and employee training, ensuring staff become the first line of defense against attacks. Jocel de...
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