Defense and Security goes on vacation
The publications are suspended, except for particular events, from 10 to 24 August. In the meantime, we are preparing some news in the Defense/terrorism and cyber field for the second half of 2020.
Covid-19, face masks deceive the facial recognition algorithms
NIST cyber security experts: Error rates varied from 5% to 50%, depending on their capabilities. Blacks one double rates than light-blue. However the tests have been made with digital masks only.
Syria, Isis militants in SDF prisons fear the coronavirus
Daesh jihadists try to escape from a Hasaka camp to avoid infections. Meanwhile, Turkey is "testing" the ground in Idlib for new joint patrols with Russia on the M4.
Syria, Turkey in Idlib has 2 problems: coronavirus and allied militias
The formal arrival of COVID-19 forces Ankara to review the strategy in the province. In addition, local jihadists are increasingly nervous: the TAF risk attacks on the M4 even without Russia.
Israel, “The Shield” will help to track the possible coronavirus exposure
Bleeping Computer: The app has been released by the Ministry of Health for both Android and iOS. It alerts users if they have been at a location at the same time as a known COVID-19 patient.
Syria, is Turkey’s parallel diplomacy in Idlib starting to work?
First TAF patrol, without Russia, inside the region along the M4. Damascus sends columns of tanks north against Ankara, while facing the Coronavirus "in its own way".
Iraq-Syria, hidden Coronavirus outbreak among Isis and pro-Iran militia
Analysts: Between 50 and 150 cases of COVID-19 infections are expected in Deir Ezzor. Probably on the rise. Also, Daesh jihadists cannot get treatment, having used the virus for propaganda.
Coronavirus, psychosis grows in the Middle East after cases in Iran
Turkey and Pakistan close the borders with Tehran to prevent the spread of COVID-19, while Afghanistan blocks flights and group travels. Iraq fights fake news and jackals.
Maldives, security increases in the archipelago after the Isis attack
Daesh sympathizers stabbed 3 tourists in Hulhumale. As investigations continue, NSC and the tourism industry are taking steps. Meanwhile, the facilities contact security experts and PSCs.
Coronavirus, videogames and cyberspace in support of people of Wuhan
Mirror developers have given away 160,000 copies of the game to help those stuck at home pass the time. They also provide advice on reducing risks with the New China Virus.