Top 3 Updates from the Week - Week of June 2, 2025

1. Netskope coverage of Scattered Spider's tactics

   The group Scattered Spider, also known as UNC3944, was identified as targeting diverse sectors through social engineering and ransomware attacks. Their operations involved phishing, vishing, and exploiting Multifactor Authentication (MFA) fatigue, along with Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) swapping. After gaining access, they used tools like AnyDesk and TeamViewer to maintain control and moved through various environments, including cloud applications. Organizations were advised to enhance training and utilize Netskope's advanced protection measures.

2. CISA, NSA, FBI issue Artificial Intelligence (AI) data security guidance

   CISA, alongside the NSA and FBI, released an information sheet detailing best practices for securing data in AI systems. The sheet emphasized the importance of data security to ensure the integrity of AI outcomes, addressing risks throughout the AI lifecycle. Federal agencies and critical infrastructure operators were urged to implement effective data protection strategies, enhance threat detection, and manage associated risks to safeguard sensitive information as AI systems become more prevalent.

3. Orange evaluates Fujitsu 1FINITY optical transport solution

   Fujitsu reported that Orange S.A. completed a successful lab evaluation of its 1FINITY™ T900 Series Transponder, demonstrating efficient performance at 800Gbps over long distances while using less power. The transponder achieved a range exceeding 1600 km with a power consumption below 150 Watts, aided by Fujitsu's advanced cooling technology. Fujitsu also planned to form a new entity, 1FINITY Inc., to streamline network solutions delivery following the positive outcomes of these tests.

Read more on these updates

1. Netskope coverage of Scattered Spider's tactics
   Active since 2022, Scattered Spider utilizes sophisticated social engineering strategies to compromise organizations across multiple sectors.
2. CISA, NSA, FBI issue AI data security guidance
   A joint information sheet encourages federal agencies and critical infrastructure owners to adopt best practices for AI data security.
3. Orange evaluates Fujitsu 1FINITY optical transport solution
   Fujitsu plans to form 1FINITY Inc. to streamline network solutions delivery after successful trials of its optical transport technology.