A critical authentication bypass vulnerability in the better-auth API keys plugin allows unauthenticated attackers to mint privileged API keys for arbitrary users. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-61928, affects all versions of the better-auth library prior to 1.3.26 — a package…
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Microsoft Defender Unveils Centralized Script Library with Copilot Analysis for Enhanced Live Response
Microsoft has introduced a new Library Management experience in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, designed to fundamentally transform how security analysts manage the scripts and tools they rely on during live response investigations. Announced on February 16, 2026, the enhancement addresses…
Advanced Crypto Mining Malware Spreads Through External Drives and Air-Gapped Systems
A sophisticated cryptocurrency mining campaign has emerged, targeting systems through external storage devices with the ability to compromise even air-gapped environments. The malware operates as a multi-stage infection that prioritizes mining Monero cryptocurrency while establishing persistent mechanisms to resist removal.…
MCP Servers can be Exploited to Execute Arbitrary Code and Exfiltrate Sensitive Data
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) emerged as a breakthrough standard in November 2024, designed by Anthropic to seamlessly connect AI assistants with external systems and data sources. This innovation allows Large Language Models (LLMs) to interact with tools and repositories,…
Microsoft Teams to Prompt Mobile Users for Browser Choice with Non-Office and PDF Links
Microsoft is rolling out a significant update to Teams Mobile on Android and iOS that changes how non-Office and PDF links are handled within the app. Beginning in late February 2026, users will be presented with a browser selection prompt…
Guardian AI-Penetration Testing Tool Connects Gemini, GPT-4 with 19 Security Tools Including Nmap
A new open-source framework is reshaping how security professionals approach penetration testing by placing multiple large language models directly at the helm of automated security assessments. Guardian, developed by Zakir Kun and available on GitHub, is an enterprise-grade AI-powered penetration…
OpenAI Launches EVMbench to Detect, Patch, and Exploit Vulnerabilities in Blockchain Environments
OpenAI, in collaboration with crypto investment firm Paradigm, has introduced EVMbench, a new benchmark designed to evaluate the ability of AI agents to detect, patch, and exploit high-severity vulnerabilities in smart contracts. The release marks a significant step in measuring…
Hackers Can Leverage Grok and Copilot for Stealthy Malware Communication and Control
A novel attack technique that repurposes mainstream AI assistants, specifically xAI’s Grok and Microsoft Copilot, as covert command-and-control (C2) relays, enabling attackers to tunnel malicious traffic through platforms that enterprise networks already trust and permit by default. Dubbed “AI as…
Fake CAPTCHA (ClickFix) Attack Chain Leads to Enterprise‑Wide Malware Infection in Organisations
A sophisticated cyberattack campaign leveraging “ClickFix” social engineering has emerged, posing a severe threat to enterprise networks globally. These massive campaigns, which trick users into executing malicious code under the guise of resolving a fake technical error, have become increasingly…
Critical Ivanti EPMM Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Exploited in The Wild Targeting Corporate Networks
Two critical zero-day vulnerabilities in Ivanti Endpoint Manager Mobile (EPMM) have emerged as a major threat to enterprise networks, with active exploitation campaigns targeting corporate infrastructure across multiple countries. The vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2026-1281 and CVE-2026-1340, enable unauthenticated attackers to…
Cryptocurrency Scams Target Asia, Combining Malvertising and Pig Butchering with Losses Up to ¥10 Million
A sophisticated cryptocurrency scam campaign is currently targeting users across Asia, with a heavy and specific focus on Japan. This operation uniquely combines two distinct fraud models into a single, highly effective attack vector: malvertising and “pig butchering.” By blending…
Malware Campaign Delivers Remote Access Backdoor and Fake MetaMask Wallet to Steal Cryptocurrency Funds
North Korean threat actors have launched a sophisticated attack campaign targeting IT professionals in cryptocurrency, Web3, and artificial intelligence sectors. The ongoing operation, known as Contagious Interview, deploys remote access backdoors alongside trojanized MetaMask wallet extensions designed to steal digital…
Microsoft 365 Exchange URL Filtering Update Quarantines Legitimate Emails as Phishing
A faulty URL filtering rule update in Microsoft Exchange Online triggered a widespread false-positive storm beginning February 9, 2026, causing legitimate email messages to be incorrectly flagged as phishing and quarantined, disrupting email workflows for organizations globally. Microsoft tracked the…
Microsoft 365 Copilot Flaw Allows AI Assistant to Summarize Sensitive Emails
A security flaw in Microsoft 365 Copilot is causing the AI assistant to incorrectly summarize email messages protected by confidentiality sensitivity labels, bypassing configured Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies dxposing potentially sensitive organizational data to unauthorized AI processing. The issue,…
ClickFix Abuses Legitimate Homebrew Workflow to Deploy Cuckoo Stealer on macOS for Credential Harvesting
A sophisticated social engineering campaign is targeting macOS developers through fake Homebrew installation pages that deploy Cuckoo Stealer, a comprehensive credential-harvesting malware. The attack leverages the ClickFix technique, which tricks users into executing malicious Terminal commands disguised as legitimate software…
ClawHavoc Poisoned OpenClaw’s ClawHub with 1,184 Malicious Skills, Enabling Data Theft and Backdoor Access
A large-scale supply chain poisoning campaign that targeted OpenClaw’s official marketplace, ClawHub, distributing 1,184 malicious “Skills” designed to steal data and establish backdoor access on compromised systems. OpenClaw, a fast-growing open-source AI agent platform, enables users to install plugin-like Skills…
OpenClaw AI Framework v2026.2.17 Released with Anthropic Model Support and Security Fixes
OpenClaw has released version 2026.2.17 with significant enhancements, including support for Anthropic’s Claude Sonnet 4.6 model. Expanded context windows, though the update arrives as the AI agent framework continues facing scrutiny over critical security vulnerabilities involving credential theft and remote…
New SysUpdate Variant Malware Discovered and Tool Developed to Decrypt Encrypted Linux C2 Traffic
A new variant of the SysUpdate malware has emerged as a sophisticated threat targeting Linux systems with advanced command-and-control (C2) encryption capabilities. The malware was discovered during a Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) engagement when security teams detected the…
Paloalto to Acquire Koi Security for Establishing Agentic Endpoint security
Palo Alto Networks announced a definitive agreement to acquire Koi Security, a leading innovator in Agentic Endpoint Security, marking a major expansion of its AI‑driven defense portfolio. The move underscores Palo Alto’s commitment to securing the emerging landscape of AI-enabled endpoints. Autonomous…
MetaMask Users Targeted with Phishing Emails Containing Forged Security Report to Evade Detection
A new phishing campaign is targeting MetaMask users through carefully crafted emails that contain fake security incident reports designed to manipulate victims into compromising their accounts. The attack leverages social engineering tactics by creating a false sense of urgency around…