ABC among Australian targets in spyware-linked ad campaign
Australia's public broadcaster has confirmed that a small number of staff devices were exposed to malicious online advertisements linked to a wider spyware campaign. The broadcaster said it has wiped the affected devices as a precaution and has so far found no signs of compromise. The incident is part of a broader operation researchers say targeted more than two dozen Australian organisations across government, critical infrastructure, universities and media.The exposure was identified after researchers at Citizen Lab examined a campaign they have dubbed Adfection. According to the findings cited in the report, the operation used online advertising technology to deliver... [Continue Reading]
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Trump approval falls to record low as Democrats widen midterm lead
The latest Reuters/Ipsos poll shows United States President Donald Trump's approval rating at 31%, the lowest level recorded during either of his terms in office. The same survey found Democrats leading Republicans by 12 points in a generic congressional ballot test, widening their advantage from seven points two weeks earlier. The findings come as the country moves toward the November 3 midterm elections, when control of both chambers of Congress will be at stake.The poll canvassed 1,679 adults and found that 47% would vote for Democrats if the election were held today, compared with 35% for Republicans. About 31% of... [Continue Reading]
Iran approves new defence minister as war with United States and Israel escalates
Iran's parliament has approved Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi as the country's new defence minister, as the war with the United States and Israel continues to intensify. The vote took place on Sunday, with lawmakers meeting online since the conflict began on February 28. Akhlaghi will lead the Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics at a time when Tehran says it is working to rebuild damaged military-industrial capacity.Parliament backed the appointment by 237 votes to 15, according to the supplied report. Akhlaghi is 68 and has more than 42 years of experience in the Defence Ministry and related organisations, President Masoud... [Continue Reading]
