Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, on Thursday highlighted the government’s initiatives on digital transformation, cybersecurity, and citizens’ digital rights. Replying to questions duration question hour in National Assembly, she said Pakistan had passed the Digital Nation Pakistan Act 2025 for the first time, under which the government established the Pakistan Digital […]
Cybersecurity
40% of Android phones at risk, Google urges upgrade
In a concerning warning, Google has revealed that roughly 40% of Android smartphones worldwide are vulnerable to malware and spyware attacks, urging users to upgrade to newer devices to ensure security. The technology giant noted that the devices at greatest risk are those running Android 12 or older, which no longer receive security updates. As […]
Ahsan calls for strong cybersecurity to counter misinformation
Federal Minister for Planning and Development Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Friday warned that misinformation and digital disinformation have emerged as major global threats, stressing the need to build digital resilience through education, awareness and strong cybersecurity measures. Addressing a panel discussion titled “Building Digital Resilience” at Afkar-e-Taza – Thinkfest 2026, held at Alhamra, here on […]
Microsoft advises uninstalling Windows 11 January update after major glitches
Microsoft has advised users to uninstall the Windows 11 January 2026 security update after widespread reports of serious system and application issues, prompting concerns among both individual users and businesses. Read More: Microsoft ‘exits’ Pakistan after 25 years The update, identified as KB5074109, began rolling out automatically on January 13. Soon after its release, users started […]
SBP governor flags rising cyber risks to banking sector
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad on Friday warned that the cyber threat landscape facing the financial sector has grown increasingly complex, driven by highly skilled and well-resourced threat actors and compounded by rising geopolitical tensions. Read More: SBP cancels license of exchange company on regulatory violations Speaking at a ceremony marking the completion […]
Researchers hack Tesla infotainment system at Tokyo conference, win $35,000
At this week’s Pwn2Own Automotive conference in Tokyo, a team of cybersecurity researchers successfully hack a Tesla infotainment system, earning a $35,000 reward. The Synacktiv Team executed a USB-based attack, linking several zero-day exploits to gain access to the vehicle’s system. Read More: Will artificial intelligence be the end of mankind? The conference, now in […]
Chrome adds option to remove on-device AI security models
Google Chrome is testing a new option that allows users to delete the on-device AI models used for scam and threat detection, giving consumers more granular control over browser security features. Read More: Over 1.7 million users at risk from malicious chrome extensions The change was first spotted in Chrome Canary by browser watcher Leo (@Leopeva64) and […]
China urges firms to ditch US, Israeli cybersecurity tools amid security concerns
Chinese authorities have instructed domestic companies to phase out cybersecurity software made by several US and Israeli firms, citing national security risks, sources familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. The move marks Beijing’s latest effort to reduce reliance on Western technology as geopolitical tensions with Washington intensify. Read More: China blasts US for cyber attacks on Chinese university Companies […]
AI, geopolitics and fraud reshape global cyber risk landscape
Artificial intelligence, geopolitical tensions, and a rise in cyber-enabled fraud are rapidly transforming the global cyber risk landscape, according to the World Economic Forum (WEF). The findings, published in the report Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026, highlight how technology is both strengthening defence mechanisms and enabling increasingly sophisticated attacks. Read More: The Geopolitics of Artificial Intelligence The report notes […]
Senate committee briefed on NADRA data leaks and family tree anomalies
ISLAMABAD: Officials from the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) and the Ministry of Interior briefed the Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology on Monday regarding past data leaks and anomalies in Pakistani family trees. Read More: Legislative body directs NADRA to resolve blocking of CNIC issue The meeting, held at Parliament House, included a briefing by […]