Cybersecurity blog

Prodefence is pleased to announce the publication—now available in both Romanian and English—of the educational guide “Artificial Intelligence & The Manipulation of Human Perception,” developed under the ADA program: “Analyze – Decide… Read more: ADA Guide released in Romanian and English

Have you ever received a message that “seems” real, but something doesn’t connect? As part of the ADA – Analyze – Decide – Act campaign, we tested a phishing message using our… Read more: AI vs Phishing – Who wins?

Information analysis in criminal investigations remains a cornerstone of modern law enforcement, enabling authorities to connect fragmented data points into actionable intelligence. Whether dealing with cybercrime, homicides, robberies, or financial fraud, this… Read more: Prodefence at the Intelligence Analysts Conference

On 21–22 November 2024, the Maritime University of Constanta hosted the first edition of the BlackSea Maritime Cybersecurity conference series, titled “Countering Cybercrime Threats in the Current Context of the Conflicts in… Read more: Prodefence at the BlackSea Maritime Cybersecurity Conference

Alexandru Anghelus, CEO of Prodefence and President of the Cyber Security Cluster of Excellence (CYSCOE), recently participated as a cybersecurity expert in a high-level workshop organized by the Ministry of Economic Development… Read more: Prodefence CEO at Moldova cybersecurity workshop

Prodefence, as a strategic member of the Cyber Security Cluster of Excellence (CYSCOE), proudly represented the cluster at the Cybersecurity Workshop for Travel Agencies, held during the Romanian Tourism Fair at RomExpo.… Read more: CYSCOE at the Romanian Tourism Fair: cyber threats

From October 29–31, Prodefence, represented by CEO Alexandru Anghelus, proudly participated in the Bucharest Cybersecurity Conference 2024, a landmark event bringing together leaders from government, industry, and academia to discuss critical developments… Read more: Prodefence at Bucharest Cybersecurity Conference

Alexandru Anghelus, President of the Cyber Security Cluster of Excellence (CYSCOE), participated in a press conference alongside Chief Police Inspector Florin Ionuț Zaborilă, head of the Cybercrime Investigation Unit at the Iași… Read more: CYSCOE and Iasi Police: joint cyber awareness call

Financial fraud and digital disinformation are two deeply interconnected phenomena, which have evolved, in the last two decades, from opportunistic, marginal practices into real criminal industries with a global impact. They erode… Read more: Financial fraud, fake news and the role of AI

Introduction The growing dependence on digital infrastructure in various sectors has exponentially increased the risk of cyber threats. These threats can lead to catastrophic consequences if not properly managed, especially in essential… Read more: NIS2 in banking: cybersecurity measures

Introduction The growing dependence on digital infrastructure in various sectors has exponentially increased the risk of cyber threats. These threats can lead to catastrophic consequences if not properly managed, especially in essential… Read more: NIS2 in transport: cybersecurity measures

Introduction The growing dependence on digital infrastructure in various sectors has exponentially increased the risk of cyber threats. These threats can lead to catastrophic consequences if not properly managed, especially in essential… Read more: NIS2 in the energy sector: cybersecurity measures

🌟 “The Criminal Relevance of Artifacts Identified in Cybercrime Investigations”🌟 We are excited to announce our participation in the 3rd edition of the International Conference “Forensic Science and its Implications in the… Read more: Criminal relevance of artifacts in cybercrime cases

🌟 “The Criminal Relevance of Artifacts Identified in Cybercrime Investigations”🌟 We are excited to announce our participation in the 3rd edition of the International Conference “Forensic Science and its Implications in the… Read more: Criminal relevance of artifacts in cybercrime cases

🔒💻 I had the honor of accepting the invitation to participate as a lecturer at the cybersecurity session dedicated to prosecutors and officers specialized in #investigating #cybercrime…with Florin Ionut Zaborila 📖 During… Read more: Cybercrime Investigation Romania

🔒💻 I had the honor of accepting the invitation to participate as a lecturer at the cybersecurity session dedicated to prosecutors and officers specialized in #investigating #cybercrime…with Florin Ionut Zaborila 📖 During… Read more: Cybercrime Investigation Romania

🌐🛡️ Thrilled to share insights from my participation in the Maritime Cybersecurity Course hosted by the MARITIME CYBERSECURITY CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE (MARCYSCOE) at Constanta Maritime University! This transformative two-day program was organized… Read more: Maritime Cybersecurity Course

🌐🛡️ Thrilled to share insights from my participation in the Maritime Cybersecurity Course hosted by the MARITIME CYBERSECURITY MARITIME CYBERSECURITY CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE (MARCYSCOE) at Constanta Maritime University! This transformative two-day program… Read more: Maritime Cybersecurity Course

The presentations/discussions on #cybersecurity and #cybercrime always manage to arouse the participants’ curiosity and desire to learn more about cases, investigations, victims, money and criminals. The Master’s Week, organized by the Law… Read more: Trends in financial fraud

In the information age, perception control has become one of the most valuable and disputed strategic resources of the contemporary digital world. Even more important than controlling infrastructure or capital, the ability… Read more: Restoring perceptual sovereignty in a built reality

The presentations/discussions on #cybersecurity and #cybercrime always manage to arouse the participants’ curiosity and desire to learn more about cases, investigations, victims, money and criminals. The Master’s Week, organized by the Law… Read more: Cybercrime and financial fraud at UAIC Iasi

In today’s digital age, safe internet browsing and protecting personal data are top priorities. However, many technology and internet users are unaware of cyber threats and how to protect themselves against them.… Read more: Cyber education courses – Importance

In today’s digital age, safe internet browsing and protecting personal data are top priorities. However, many technology and internet users are unaware of cyber threats and how to protect themselves against them.… Read more: Cyber education courses – Importance

Strategic considerations, operational risks and security requirements in an emerging cyber-physical ecosystem The integration of drones (UAVs – Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) into civilian, commercial and government operational processes is one of the… Read more: Drone Cybersecurity & Counter-Drone Awareness

A particular feature of today’s financial fraud is the ability of criminals to adapt quickly to new technologies and trends. In an increasingly connected world, where more and more transactions take place online, criminals have developed the ability to quickly exploit any vulnerability. This includes using social networks to spread fake investment schemes, compromising the security of mobile apps for unauthorised access to bank accounts, and even exploiting emerging technologies such as cryptocurrency and blockchain to devise new types of scams.

Meet Jamie and the World of the Internet Hey kids! Let’s talk about Jamie, who’s a lot like you. Jamie loves playing games, chatting with friends, and exploring the internet. But one… Read more: Cyber Safety 101: A Kid’s Guide

The Magical Digital Ocean Hey there, young explorers! Do you know why your parents and teachers often remind you to be careful on the internet? It’s because the online world is like… Read more: Cyber Savvy Kids: Navigating Social Media Safely

Introduction: Navigating the Digital Landscape In an era where digital technology permeates every aspect of our lives, the importance of cyber security has never been more pronounced. This article, designed as a… Read more: The Essential Role of Cyber Security Education

Analysis of a complex and effective cyber-attack Angheluș Alexandru – ProdefenceOana Buzianu – Wintech Nowaday’s digital society needs continued availability of services and effective protection of sensitive data. Information assets and online… Read more: Romanian bank customers targeted by cybercriminals

Steganography (/ˌstɛɡəˈnɒɡrəfi/ (listen) STEG-ə- NOG-rə-fee) is the practice of concealing a message within another message or a physical object. In computing/electronic contexts, a computer file, message, image, or video is concealed within… Read more: STEGANOGRAPHY – Goverment documents under analysis

A source code – an opportunity to find out the secrets of malware applications• Pegasus – Zero Click Spyware• Pegasus – Remote Administration Tool• Analysis of what the source code represents Pegasus… Read more: Analysis of some PEGASUS source code leak