Tag: cloud computing
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Exposed AWS Keys Grant Attackers Full Corporate Account Control
Thousands of exposed AWS keys are still active, putting entire corporate accounts at risk of being hijacked by attackers - and a staggering 88% of re-verified keys were found to still grant access as recently as August 2026. This alarming vulnerability highlights the urgent need for tighter security measures to protect sensitive cloud data.
Pentagon Expands Cloud Contract Vehicle Beyond Big Four Hyperscalers
Get ready for the next iteration of the Pentagon's main cloud-computing contract, with a solicitation release date set for August 24, as the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) expands its Joint Warfighter Cloud Capability (JWCC) vehicle beyond the big four hyperscalers. The new JWCC Unified Cloud Marketplace will introduce a three-tier structure, opening up new opportunities for cloud providers.
Cloud Tenants Can Disrupt Power Grids With GPU Workloads
Researchers at Zhejiang University have made a startling discovery: ordinary GPU workloads in the cloud can be manipulated to disrupt power grids, and they've backed it up with measurements and simulations. By exploiting the link between a GPU's power draw and its computing activity, malicious cloud tenants can unwittingly - or intentionally - cause power grid instability.
AWS Launches Secret Cloud for Classified Workloads
AWS has launched a game-changing cloud solution, AWS Secret Cloud, designed to empower America's defense industrial base with top-secret capabilities, enabling them to accelerate mission-critical work like never before. This innovative platform allows contractors to run classified workloads securely in the cloud, slashing provisioning time from months to just days.
US Seizes Huione Cloud Account Tied to $31 Billion Cyber Scam Laundering
The US Department of Justice has seized a cloud account linked to a staggering $31 billion cyber scam laundering operation, disrupting a vast online marketplace for fraud and money laundering. This massive crackdown targeted HuiOne Group, a Cambodia-based company accused of helping scammers launder billions through its subsidiaries.
US Seizes Infrastructure Tied to Huione Cybercrime Marketplace
The US Justice Department has seized a crucial cloud computing account linked to Huione Group, a key player in a massive cybercrime operation that funneled billions in stolen funds through Southeast Asian scam centers. This significant takedown disrupted the technological backbone that allowed the illicit money to be transferred, moved, and concealed.
US Army Explores Public-Private Partnerships for Data Center Upgrades
The US Army is seeking innovative partnerships with private industry to upgrade its data centers, with a focus on community engagement and mutually beneficial solutions. The Army has narrowed down over 200 proposals to around 120, with four key installations - Fort Bliss, Dugway Proving Ground, Fort Hood, and Fort Bragg - being considered for new data center builds.
Microsoft Disrupts Office Installation on Windows 365 Devices
Microsoft has confirmed that a recent update has caused some Windows 365 users to lose access to Microsoft Office downloads and installations, and is now working on a fix to resolve the issue. The tech giant is tracking the problem under incident WP1309017 and is developing a solution to correct the configuration change that caused the disruption.
Pentagon Clears Eight Tech Firms to Deploy AI on Classified Networks
The Pentagon has cleared eight tech giants, including Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, to deploy their AI systems on classified networks, empowering the US military to harness the power of artificial intelligence and gain a strategic edge in warfare. This move accelerates the military's transformation into an AI-first fighting force, enabling warfighters to make faster, smarter decisions on the battlefield.
Microsoft Investment Positions Australia as Indo-Pacific Cloud Hub
Microsoft's bold A$25 billion investment in Australia's AI and cloud infrastructure cements the country's status as a leading cloud hub in the Indo-Pacific region, sparking a new era of digital growth and opportunity. This game-changing commitment underscores Australia's reputation as a stable and attractive market for hyperscale providers.
OpenAI Drops Azure Exclusivity for Wider Enterprise Reach
OpenAI is shaking up its cloud distribution strategy, ending its exclusive partnership with Microsoft's Azure to reach more enterprises and meet them where they are. This move marks a significant shift for the AI company, allowing it to expand its reach beyond a single cloud provider.
Google Cloud Next showcases AI's pervasive role
Google Cloud Next just wrapped up, and it's crystal clear that AI is calling the shots - just look at the cool new announcements, like Google's split 8th-gen Tensor chips, designed specifically for inference and training. This game-changing move shows how seriously Google is taking AI, separating real-time responses from model building and refinement.
Microsoft Cloud Security Review Exposes Gaps in Protection
A scathing internal government review of Microsoft's cloud security offering revealed alarming gaps in protection, with evaluators unable to determine whether sensitive information was safe as it moved across servers. The review team was left frustrated by a lack of proper detailed security documentation.
AI systems: Stunning Guide to Best Integration
AI’s next phase isn’t just smarter models — it’s about weaving technology, infrastructure, and people together so systems actually serve and protect communities; get that right and cities, health care, and emergency services improve, get it wrong and those same systems can deepen inequality and fragility.
Cozy Bear Exposed: Risky OAuth Attack — Must-Have Alert
AWS says it disrupted a Cozy Bear (APT29) campaign that used fake websites and OAuth consent tricks to coax Microsoft users into granting access to mail, calendars and other data. The episode is a reminder that convenient features like single sign‑on can be repurposed for stealthy espionage — and why cloud providers are increasingly acting as front‑line defenders.
AWS Imagine: Transforming Education and Government Services
In an era where education and government services must do more with less, AWS Imagine emerges as a game-changer, offering innovative cloud solutions to tackle these pressing challenges. Join the movement to redefine personalized services and operational efficiency—because the future of education and governance depends on it!
New Supply Chain Vulnerability: Unpacking the Risks Ahead
As data becomes the new gold, a startling revelation unfolds: Microsoft’s collaboration with Chinese engineers to manage the Defense Department’s computer systems raises urgent questions about our national security. Dive into the risks that could leave our most sensitive information vulnerable to espionage!
AWS Imagine: Revolutionary Must-Have for Better Government
AWS Imagine helps governments and schools modernize with secure, scalable cloud tools that make services faster, more transparent, and more student-centered. By pairing AI-driven insights with careful planning for equity and security, it turns legacy headaches into practical, budget-friendly solutions that improve outcomes for everyone.
AWS Imagine Solutions: Must-Have, Transformative Win
With shrinking budgets and rising expectations, AWS Imagine Solutions helps governments and schools move from reactive maintenance to proactive, equitable services using cloud-native tools like analytics, ML, and prebuilt accelerators. The result: faster, personalized support for people who need it—without vendor lock-in or compromised privacy.
supply chain vulnerability: Harrowing Risky Threat
ProPublica’s reporting reveals a startling weak link: engineers in China maintaining U.S. Defense Department systems create a human-powered supply chain vulnerability that could be exploited by adversaries. It’s time for stricter oversight, transparency, and technical safeguards so efficiency doesn’t come at the cost of national security.
Open Industrial Digital Ecosystem Summit: Must-Have Wins
Join the Open Industrial Digital Ecosystem Summit to turn interoperability, shared semantics, and practical governance into real-world wins—speeding innovation, cutting costs, and protecting privacy across industries.
State-Backed HazyBeacon Malware Exploits AWS Lambda to Steal SE Asia Data
A cunning new malware called HazyBeacon is using AWS Lambda to slip past defenses and steal sensitive data from Southeast Asian governments, revealing a dangerous new frontier in cloud-based cyberattacks.
Iran Plans to Secure Three Cloud Providers for Government Power
Despite geopolitical tensions, Iran is boldly pursuing partnerships with three cloud providers that meet top U.S. standards to power and modernize its government IT infrastructure. This surprising move reveals a fascinating blend of technology, security, and international strategy.
Iran Pursues Three Cloud Providers to Boost Government Infrastructure
Despite geopolitical tensions, Iran is turning to globally recognized cloud standards to supercharge its government infrastructure—proving that when it comes to technology, progress speaks louder than politics.