A recent vulnerability in the Linux Kernel’s KSMBD module allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a target system without any user interaction. KSMBD is a kernel-space SMB3 server that handles network file sharing. Researchers demonstrated a stable exploit…
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Popular NPM Package ‘ctrl/tinycolor’ with 2M Weekly Downloads and 40+ Others Compromised in Supply Chain Attack
The NPM ecosystem is under attack once again, with a sophisticated supply chain compromise targeting the widely-used @ctrl/tinycolor package and over 40 other JavaScript packages. This latest incident represents a significant escalation in supply chain threats, featuring self-propagating malware that…
New Maranhão Stealer Targets Users Through Pirated Software and Cloud Services
A sophisticated new information-stealing malware campaign dubbed Maranhão Stealer has emerged, targeting gaming enthusiasts through malicious pirated software distributed via cloud-hosted platforms. The campaign, first identified by security researchers in May 2025, represents a concerning evolution in credential theft operations, combining social…
Google introduces VaultGemma, a differentially private LLM built for secure data handling
Google has released VaultGemma, a large language model designed to keep sensitive data private during training. The model uses differential privacy techniques to prevent individual data points from being exposed, which makes it safer for handling confidential information in sectors…
Building security that protects customers, not just auditors
In this Help Net Security interview, Nir Rothenberg, CISO at Rapyd, discusses global differences in payment security maturity and the lessons that can be learned from leading regions. He points out that good engineering usually leads to strong security, and…
40 npm Packages Compromised in Supply Chain Attack Using bundle.js to Steal Credentials
Cybersecurity researchers have flagged a fresh software supply chain attack targeting the npm registry that has affected more than 40 packages that belong to multiple maintainers. “The compromised versions include a function (NpmModule.updatePackage) that downloads a package tarball, modifies package.json,…
Open Source CyberSOCEval Sets New Benchmark for AI in Malware Analysis and Threat Intelligence
Open Source CyberSOCEval, a newly launched evaluation platform, is making waves in the cybersecurity community by demonstrating how artificial intelligence can transform malware analysis and threat intelligence. Developed by a group of independent security researchers, CyberSOCEval combines advanced machine learning…
Microsoft Resolves Bluetooth Audio Problem in Windows 11 24H2 Update
Microsoft has addressed a widespread audio issue affecting Bluetooth speakers, headsets, and integrated laptop speakers in Windows 11 version 24H2. The problem stemmed from an incompatibility with Dirac Audio software on certain devices, causing audio devices to go silent and…
AI video surveillance could end privacy as we know it
AI-powered video surveillance brings up big questions about privacy. On one hand, it can make us feel safer, but on the other, it can easily cross the line into intrusion. The more we let technology watch and track our behavior,…
Massive Supply Chain Attack Hijacks ctrl/tinycolor With 2 Million Downloads and Other 40 NPM Packages
A sophisticated and widespread supply chain attack has struck the NPM ecosystem, compromising the popular @ctrl/tinycolor package, which is downloaded over 2 million times per week. The attack also affected more than 40 other packages from various maintainers, introducing a…
OT security needs continuous operations, not one-time fixes
Cyberattacks keep hitting the OT systems that critical infrastructure operators run, according to new research from Forrester. In a survey of 262 OT security decision-makers, 91% reported at least one breach or system failure caused by a cyberattack in the…
Product showcase: Clean Links exposes what’s hiding behind a QR code
Clean Links is a handy app that shows you exactly where a link will take you before you click it. It strips out trackers, expands shortened URLs, and helps you avoid scams while saving you time and frustration. The best…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: September 16, 2025
CISO Haier Europe | Italy | On-site – View job details As a CISO, you will develop an information security strategy aligned with organizational priorities, secure executive support, and oversee the protection of data, intellectual property, and technology assets. You…
Preparing your organization for the quantum future
Recently, we’ve shared a lot about post-quantum cryptography, the great work we’re doing to make it available to you through our products, and the importance of preparing for a future with quantum computers powerful enough to break classic RSA-based cryptography.…
ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9614, (Tue, Sep 16th)
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article: ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, September 16th, 2025…
New Meta Ray-Bans leak with 2 major upgrades – now I’m even more excited for Connect
The upcoming wearables should be a meaningful upgrade from the current Meta Ray-Bans and pave the way for the next generation of smart glasses. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: New Meta Ray-Bans leak…
In 2 years, half of all service calls will be resolved by AI – survey
Service pros agree: AI agents are revolutionizing the service industry by boosting efficiency, cutting costs, and improving customer satisfaction. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: In 2 years, half of all service calls will…
This beautiful Linux distro deserves to be better known – here’s why
The Ubuntu-based Voyager Linux checks all the boxes. And for the adventurous, there’s now a new alpha release. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: This beautiful Linux distro deserves to be better known –…
Need to modify user accounts in Linux? This is the command for you
Many Linux commands can do more than you might think. The usermod command is one such command, and it can be very handy. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: Need to modify user accounts…
Why Security-Minded Teams Are Turning to Hardened Linux Distributions
In conversations about operating system security, “compliance” tends to dominate. But for those of us responsible for keeping infrastructure secure—whether facing STIG implementations, CIS benchmark requirements, or FedRAMP assessments—we know the truth: compliance is the baseline, not the goal. Throughout…