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Associated Press
3 days ago
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- Associated Press
MITRE Introduces AADAPT Cybersecurity Framework for Cryptocurrency
MCLEAN, Va. & BEDFORD, Mass--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 14, 2025-- MITRE has launched AADAPT TM (Adversarial Actions in Digital Asset Payment Technologies), a cybersecurity framework aimed at addressing vulnerabilities in digital financial systems such as cryptocurrency. Emulating the structure of the MITRE ATT&CK® framework, AADAPT provides developers, policymakers, and financial organizations with a structured methodology for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential risks associated with digital asset payments. By using insights derived from real-world attacks as cited by more than 150 sources from government, industry, and academia, the AADAPT framework identifies adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures linked to digital asset payment technologies, including consensus algorithms and smart contracts. 'Digital payment assets like cryptocurrency are set to transform the future of global finance, but their security challenges cannot be ignored,' said Wen Masters, vice president of cyber technologies at MITRE. 'With AADAPT, MITRE is empowering stakeholders to adopt robust security measures that not only safeguard their assets but also build trust across the ecosystem.' The increasing reliance on cryptocurrencies has brought about sophisticated cyber threats, including double-spending attacks, phishing schemes, and ransomware incidents that impact businesses, governments, and individual users. Smaller organizations, local governments, and municipalities are particularly vulnerable, often lacking the resources to enhance their cybersecurity measures. AADAPT seeks to address these disparities by providing practical guidance and tools tailored to the unique needs of this financial market segment. Through its public-private partnerships and mission-driven innovation, MITRE strives to advance cybersecurity measures that address national and global challenges. MITRE has provided expert advice to multiple federal agencies and U.S. policymakers that seek to better understand rapidly changing technology developments across the full spectrum of digital assets, from cryptocurrencies to stablecoins and non-fungible tokens. To learn more about the AADAPT framework, visit contact [email protected], or watch the AADAPT webinar hosted by the Linux Foundation. About MITRE MITRE's mission-driven teams are dedicated to driving solutions to our nation's most pressing challenges. As a not-for-profit research and development organization, MITRE's staff leverage our unique multi-sponsor vantage point, systems expertise, and innovative solutions to ensure the health, prosperity, and security of our nation. View source version on CONTACT: Media Contact: Lisa Fasold,[email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA VIRGINIA MASSACHUSETTS INDUSTRY KEYWORD: SOFTWARE NETWORKS INTERNET PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FINTECH DATA MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY DIGITAL CASH MANAGEMENT/DIGITAL ASSETS SECURITY DATA ANALYTICS CRYPTOCURRENCY FINANCE SOURCE: MITRE Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 07/14/2025 12:13 PM/DISC: 07/14/2025 12:13 PM
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
MITRE Introduces AADAPT Cybersecurity Framework for Cryptocurrency
MCLEAN, Va. & BEDFORD, Mass--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- MITRE has launched AADAPT TM (Adversarial Actions in Digital Asset Payment Technologies), a cybersecurity framework aimed at addressing vulnerabilities in digital financial systems such as cryptocurrency. MITRE launched AADAPT, a cybersecurity framework aimed at addressing vulnerabilities in digital financial systems such as cryptocurrency. Emulating the structure of the MITRE ATT&CK® framework, AADAPT provides developers, policymakers, and financial organizations with a structured methodology for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential risks associated with digital asset payments. By using insights derived from real-world attacks as cited by more than 150 sources from government, industry, and academia, the AADAPT framework identifies adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures linked to digital asset payment technologies, including consensus algorithms and smart contracts. 'Digital payment assets like cryptocurrency are set to transform the future of global finance, but their security challenges cannot be ignored,' said Wen Masters, vice president of cyber technologies at MITRE. 'With AADAPT, MITRE is empowering stakeholders to adopt robust security measures that not only safeguard their assets but also build trust across the ecosystem.' The increasing reliance on cryptocurrencies has brought about sophisticated cyber threats, including double-spending attacks, phishing schemes, and ransomware incidents that impact businesses, governments, and individual users. Smaller organizations, local governments, and municipalities are particularly vulnerable, often lacking the resources to enhance their cybersecurity measures. AADAPT seeks to address these disparities by providing practical guidance and tools tailored to the unique needs of this financial market segment. Through its public-private partnerships and mission-driven innovation, MITRE strives to advance cybersecurity measures that address national and global challenges. MITRE has provided expert advice to multiple federal agencies and U.S. policymakers that seek to better understand rapidly changing technology developments across the full spectrum of digital assets, from cryptocurrencies to stablecoins and non-fungible tokens. To learn more about the AADAPT framework, visit contact aadapt@ or watch the AADAPT webinar hosted by the Linux Foundation. About MITRE MITRE's mission-driven teams are dedicated to driving solutions to our nation's most pressing challenges. As a not-for-profit research and development organization, MITRE's staff leverage our unique multi-sponsor vantage point, systems expertise, and innovative solutions to ensure the health, prosperity, and security of our nation.
Business Wire
28-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Post-Quantum Cryptography Coalition Unveils PQC Migration Roadmap
MCLEAN, Va. & BEDFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Post-Quantum Cryptography Coalition (PQCC) released its Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Migration Roadmap to assist organizations of all sizes in navigating the complexities of transitioning to quantum-safe cryptography. 'As quantum computing technology continues to advance, organizations cannot afford to delay preparing for these transformative changes and threats to their security,' said Wen Masters, vice president of cyber technologies, MITRE. Share 'As quantum computing technology continues to advance, organizations cannot afford to delay preparing for these transformative changes and threats to their security,' said Wen Masters, vice president of cyber technologies, MITRE. "This roadmap empowers CIOs (chief information officers) and CISOs (chief information security officers) to act decisively, taking proactive steps to protect sensitive data now and in the future.' Key features of the PQC Migration Roadmap include: Preparation: Learn how to identify relevant stakeholders, assess vulnerabilities, and align organizational goals with migration timelines. Baseline Understanding: Develop an inventory of cryptographic assets and prioritize critical resources. Planning and Execution: Acquire or develop quantum-safe solutions and implement them with precision. Monitoring and Evaluation: Establish robust tracking measures and continuously assess cryptographic security as quantum threats evolve. Building on the National Institute of Standards and Technology PQC standards and the National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence PQC migration project, the coalition's roadmap allows organizations to quickly and easily tailor a PQC Roadmap for their own needs based on the shared experiences of the PQCC members. 'I'm overjoyed to see the coalition come together to create this roadmap that anyone can use to accelerate their own PQC migration,' said Matt Mickelson, lead coordinator of the PQC Coalition and senior cyber principal for science and technology, MITRE. Download the PQC Migration Roadmap to gain insights into how your organization can prepare for the future of quantum-safe security. For more updates, visit to see the state of the migration on the PQC heatmap, and look for a tailorable PQC inventory workbook tool to be released soon. Organizations or individuals that wish to participate in the coalition can visit or contact pqcc-registration-list@ About the Post-Quantum Cryptography Coalition The PQCC is a global community of technologists, researchers, and cybersecurity experts dedicated to providing critical outreach and education to support PQC migration and to bolster efforts to establish and implement interoperable standards and technology. Founded by IBM Quantum, Microsoft, MITRE, PQShield, and SandboxAQ, the coalition brings together more than 125 leading contributors from diverse organizations working to secure the digital landscape. About MITRE MITRE's mission-driven teams are dedicated to driving solutions to our nation's most pressing challenges. As a not-for-profit research and development organization, MITRE's staff leverage our unique multi-sponsor vantage point, systems expertise, and innovative solutions to ensure the health, prosperity, and security of our nation.
