Token Security launched Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server for non-human identity (NHI). This capability brings the power of agentic AI to modern security operations and enables teams to interact with complex NHI data using simple, natural language. The Token MCP…
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Is privacy becoming a luxury? A candid look at consumer data use
In this Help Net Security interview, Dr. Joy Wu, Assistant Professor, UBC Sauder School of Business, discusses the psychological and societal impacts of data monetization, why current privacy disclosures often fall short, and what it will take to create a…
Outsourcing cybersecurity: How SMBs can make smart moves
Outsourcing cybersecurity can be a practical and affordable option. It allows small businesses to get the protection they need without straining their budgets, freeing up time and resources to focus on core operations. 76% of SMBs lack the in-house skills…
Shift left strategy creates heavy burden for developers
While 47% of organizations claim to have implemented shift left security strategies, many still struggle with execution gaps and security inefficiencies, according to Pynt. Of those who haven’t implemented shift left, half of them have no plans to do so…
Digital trust is cracking under the pressure of deepfakes, cybercrime
69% of global respondents to a Jumio survey say AI-powered fraud now poses a greater threat to personal security than traditional forms of identity theft. This number rises to 74% in Singapore, with 71% also indicating that AI-generated scams are…
New infosec products of the week: May 23, 2025
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Anchore, Cyble, Outpost24, and ThreatMark. Outpost24 simplifies threat analysis with AI-enhanced summaries Outpost24 announced the addition of AI-enhanced summaries to the Digital Risk Protection (DRP)…
Unpatched Windows Server vulnerability allows full domain compromise
A privilege escalation vulnerability in Windows Server 2025 can be used by attackers to compromise any user in Active Directory (AD), including Domain Admins. “The [“BadSuccessor”] attack exploits the delegated Managed Service Account (dMSA) feature that was introduced in Windows…
StackHawk raises $12 million to help security teams tackle AI-powered dev cycles
StackHawk, the shift-left API security platform, announced it has taken on $12 million in additional funding from Sapphire and Castanoa Ventures to help security teams keep up with the pace of AI-driven development. With this funding, StackHawk will expedite shipping…
Druva strengthens cyber resilience across Microsoft Azure environments
Druva announced comprehensive protection for Azure SQL and Azure Blob Storage. Building on Druva’s strategic relationship with Microsoft, these enhancements help enterprises reduce risk, control costs, and improve operational agility with cloud-native data protection. As enterprises look to consolidate and…
Signal blocks Microsoft Recall from screenshotting conversations
Signal has released a new version of its end-to-end encrypted communication app for Windows that prevents Microsoft Recall and users from screenshotting text-based conversations happening in the app. The new “Screen security” setting is enabled by default and can be…
The hidden gaps in your asset inventory, and how to close them
In this Help Net Security interview, Tim Grieveson, CSO at ThingsRecon, breaks down the first steps security teams should take to regain visibility, the most common blind spots in asset discovery, and why context should drive risk prioritization. What are…
CTM360 report: Ransomware exploits trust more than tech
A recent wave of ransomware attacks has disrupted major retailers across the UK. According to a new report from CTM360, the attackers didn’t need to break down the door, they were invited in through misplaced trust and weak identity safeguards.…
Many rush into GenAI deployments, frequently without a security net
70% percent of organizations view the pace of AI development, particularly in GenAI, as the leading security concern related to its adoption, followed by lack of data integrity (64%) and trustworthiness (57%), according to Thales. GenAI becomes a top spending…
Review: CompTIA Network+ Study Guide, 6th Edition
If you’re planning to tackle the CompTIA Network+ certification (N10-009), chances are you’ve already come across the name Todd Lammle. A long-established authority in the networking and certification world, Lammle, along with co-author Jon Buhagiar, returns with the sixth edition…
Be careful what you share with GenAI tools at work
We use GenAI at work to make tasks easier, but are we aware of the risks? According to Netskope, the average organization now shares more than 7.7GB of data with AI tools per month, and 75% of enterprise users are…
Lumma Stealer Malware-as-a-Service operation disrupted
A coordinated action by US, European and Japanese authorities and tech companies like Microsoft and Cloudflare has disrupted the infrastructure behind Lumma Stealer, the most significant infostealer threat at the moment. What is Lumma Stealer? Lumma Stealer is Malware-as-a-Service offering…
Data-stealing VS Code extensions removed from official Marketplace
Developers who specialize in writing smart (primarily Ethereum) contracts using the Solidity programming language have been targeted via malicious VS Code extensions that install malware that steals cryptocurrency wallet credentials. “Based on shared infrastructure and obfuscation characteristics, we attribute all…
Anchore SBOM tracks software supply chain issues
Anchore announced the next phase of its SBOM strategy with the release of Anchore SBOM. With the addition of Anchore SBOM, Anchore Enterprise now provides a centralized platform for viewing, managing and analyzing Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs), including the…
Flawed WordPress theme may allow admin account takeover on 22,000+ sites (CVE-2025-4322)
A critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-4322) in Motors, a WordPress theme popular with car/motor dealerships and rental services, can be easily exploited by unauthenticated attackers to take over admin accounts and gain full control over target WP-based sites. The privileges thus acquired…
Strider Spark protects organizations from state-sponsored threats
Strider announced new capabilities for Spark, the company’s proprietary AI-powered intelligence engine that is transforming how organizations identify and mitigate risks associated with state-sponsored threats. Industry, government, and academic organizations are vulnerable to ongoing nation-state operations that target and compromise…
Veeam Kasten for Kubernetes v8 unifies VM and container data protection
Veeam Software launched Veeam Kasten for Kubernetes v8, designed to bring data resilience to both traditional virtual machines (VMs) and cloud-native environments, delivering security and operational efficiency. Veeam Kasten for Kubernetes v8 introduces new innovations in Kubernetes data resilience, providing…
What good threat intelligence looks like in practice
In this Help Net Security interview, Anuj Goel, CEO of Cyware, discusses how threat intelligence is no longer a nice to have, it’s a core cyber defense requirement. But turning intelligence into action remains a challenge for many organizations. The…
AutoPatchBench: Meta’s new way to test AI bug fixing tools
AutoPatchBench is a new benchmark that tests how well AI tools can fix code bugs. It focuses on C and C++ vulnerabilities found through fuzzing. The benchmark includes 136 real bugs and their verified fixes, taken from the ARVO dataset.…
Nation-state APTs ramp up attacks on Ukraine and the EU
Russian APT groups intensified attacks against Ukraine and the EU, exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities and deploying wipers, according to ESET. Ukraine faces rising cyber threats The Russia-aligned Sandworm group intensified destructive operations against Ukrainian energy companies, deploying a new wiper named…
Third-party cyber risks and what you can do
When a third-party tech vendor suffers a cyber incident, your business can feel the effects immediately. That’s why it’s crucial to treat vendor risk as part of your cybersecurity posture. In this Help Net Security video, Mike Toole, Director of…
Cynet boosts AI-powered threat detection accuracy
Cynet announced a major update to CyAI, its proprietary AI engine that powers advanced threat detection across the Cynet platform. By reducing false positives by 90%, CyAI advances Cynet’s mission to maximize purpose-built protection for managed service providers and small-to-medium…
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 helps mitigate future quantum-based threats
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 provides a strategic and intelligent backbone for enterprise IT to navigate complexity, accelerate innovation and build a more secure computing foundation for the future. As enterprise IT grapples with the proliferation of hybrid environments and…
Product showcase: Secure digital and physical access with the Swissbit iShield Key 2
To meet today’s complex security requirements, organizations need solutions that are not only secure, but also practical and scalable. The Swissbit iShield Key 2 offers a compelling answer by combining two critical security functions – digital authentication and physical access…
Trojanized KeePass opens doors for ransomware attackers
A suspected initial access broker has been leveraging trojanized versions of the open-source KeePass password manager to set the stage for ransomware attacks, WithSecure researchers have discovered. KeeLoader: Passoword manager that acts as data stealer and malware loader In February…
Outpost24 simplifies threat analysis with AI-enhanced summaries
Outpost24 announced the addition of AI-enhanced summaries to the Digital Risk Protection (DRP) modules within its External Attack Surface Management (EASM) platform. With Outpost24’s DRP modules, organizations are able to identify, monitor, and protect against threats before they can be…
The Windows Subsystem for Linux goes open source
Microsoft has officially open-sourced the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), closing the very first issue ever filed on the Microsoft/WSL GitHub repository: “Will this be open source?” WSL allows developers to run unmodified Linux command-line tools, utilities, and applications directly…
CampusGuard ScriptSafe prevents unauthorized script execution
CampusGuard introduced ScriptSafe, a software data security and privacy compliance solution. ScriptSafe identifies and mitigates risks posed by JavaScript, third-party vendors and open-source code within your web ecosystem. Beyond securing your code, it addresses a critical gap in managing third-party digital…
Absolute Extreme Resilience accelerates recovery following cyberattacks and IT incidents
Absolute Security announced new Extreme Resilience capabilities available in Rehydrate, an Absolute Resilience Platform module. Rehydrate enables remote restoration of Windows endpoints at enterprise scale with a single click. It delivers full recovery even when the device OS and other…
Commvault enhances cyber resilience for Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization workloads
Commvault is extending its Kubernetes protection to support virtual machines (VMs) running on Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization. This new capability enhances cyber resilience for organizations moving to modern application environments. Containerized workload adoption is rapidly growing: Gartner predicts 90% of…
Closing security gaps in multi-cloud and SaaS environments
In this Help Net Security interview, Kunal Modasiya, SVP, Product Management, GTM, and Growth at Qualys, discusses recent Qualys research on the state of cloud and SaaS security. He talks about how siloed visibility, fragmented tools, and a lack of…
Containers are just processes: The illusion of namespace security
In the early days of commercial open source, major vendors cast doubt on its security, claiming transparency was a flaw. In fact, that openness fueled strong communities and faster security improvements, making OSS often more secure than proprietary code. Today,…
AI voice hijacking: How well can you trust your ears?
How sure are you that you can recognize an AI-cloned voice? If you think you’re completely certain, you might be wrong. Why it’s a growing threat With only three seconds of audio, criminals can now clone a person’s voice, which…
Why legal must lead on AI governance before it’s too late
In this Help Net Security interview, Brooke Johnson, Chief Legal Counsel and SVP of HR and Security, Ivanti, explores the legal responsibilities in AI governance, highlighting how cross-functional collaboration enables safe, ethical AI use while mitigating risk and ensuring compliance.…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: May 20, 2025
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CTM360 maps out real-time phishing infrastructure targeting corporate banking worldwide
A phishing operation that targets corporate banking accounts across the globe has been analyzed in a new report by CTM360. The campaign uses fake Google ads, advanced filtering techniques, to steal sensitive login credentials and bypass MFA. Researchers uncovered more…
ThreatMark offers protection against social engineering attacks and scams
ThreatMark launched ScamFlag, a Generative AI-powered solution designed to protect digital banks and their customers from the scams and social engineering attacks. Seamlessly integrating into existing digital banking applications, ScamFlag enables financial institutions to provide their customers with scam detection…
Malicious RVTools installer found on official site, researcher warns
The official site for RVTools has apparently been hacked to serve a compromised installer for the popular utility, a security researcher has warned. It’s difficult to say how long the malicious version has been available for download, but the website…
Cyble Titan strengthens endpoint security
Cyble announced Cyble Titan, its next-generation Endpoint Security. Designed to meet the evolving threat landscape, Cyble Titan integrates into the Cyble’s AI-Native Security Cloud, bringing together asset visibility, intelligence-led detection, and automated incident response in a unified solution. Unlike traditional…
Why EU encryption policy needs technical and civil society input
In this Help Net Security interview, Full Professor at University of Leuven, unpacks the European Commission’s encryption agenda, urging a balanced, technically informed approach to lawful access that safeguards privacy, security, and fundamental rights across the EU. Given the European…
AI hallucinations and their risk to cybersecurity operations
AI systems can sometimes produce outputs that are incorrect or misleading, a phenomenon known as hallucinations. These errors can range from minor inaccuracies to misrepresentations that can misguide decision-making processes. Real world implications “If a company’s AI agent leverages outdated…
Hanko: Open-source authentication and user management
Hanko is an open-source, API-first authentication solution purpose-built for the passwordless era. “We focus on helping developers and organizations modernize their authentication flows by migrating users towards passkeys, while still supporting all common authentication methods like email/password, MFA, OAuth, as…
Inside MITRE ATT&CK v17: Smarter defenses, sharper threat intel
In this Help Net Security video, Adam Pennington, MITRE ATT&CK Lead, breaks down what’s new in the ATT&CK v17 release. He highlights the addition of the ESXi platform, new and updated techniques for Linux, refinements to mitigation guidance, and over…
Week in review: Microsoft patches 5 actively exploited 0-days, recently fixed Chrome vulnerability exploited
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Patch Tuesday: Microsoft fixes 5 actively exploited zero-days On May 2025 Patch Tuesday, Microsoft has released security fixes for 70+ vulnerabilities, among them five actively…
Cranium introduces AI red teaming platform
Cranium has launched Arena, an AI red teaming platform built to proactively test and secure AI systems across the full model and supply chain lifecycle. As artificial intelligence continues its rapid integration into enterprise infrastructure, so too does the urgency for…
CISA: Recently fixed Chrome vulnerability exploited in the wild (CVE-2025-4664)
A high-severity Chrome vulnerability (CVE-2025-4664) that Google has fixed on Wednesday is being leveraged by attackers, CISA has confirmed by adding the flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. About CVE-2025-4664 CVE-2025-4664 stems from insufficient policy enforcement in Google Chrome’s…
Deepfake attacks could cost you more than money
In this Help Net Security interview, Camellia Chan, CEO at X-PHY, discusses the dangers of deepfakes in real-world incidents, including their use in financial fraud and political disinformation. She explains AI-driven defense strategies and recommends updating incident response plans and…
Polymorphic phishing attacks flood inboxes
AI is transforming the phishing threat landscape at a pace many security teams are struggling to match, according to Cofense. In 2024, researchers tracked one malicious email every 42 seconds. Many of the 42-second attacks were part of polymorphic phishing…
How working in a stressful environment affects cybersecurity
Stressful work environments don’t just erode morale, they can quietly undermine cybersecurity. When employees feel overworked, unsupported, or mistreated, their judgment and decision-making suffer. “From an organizational perspective, a toxic culture often leads to increased errors, missed threats, decreased productivity,…
Cybersecurity Skills Framework connects the dots between IT job roles and the practical skills needed
The Linux Foundation, in collaboration with OpenSSF and Linux Foundation Education, has released the Cybersecurity Skills Framework, a global reference guide that helps organizations identify and address critical cybersecurity competencies across a broad range of IT job families. “Cybersecurity is…
New infosec products of the week: May 16, 2025
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Hunted Labs, McAfee, Obsidian Security, PentestPad, Resecurity, and SecuX. Resecurity One simplifies cybersecurity operations Resecurity One provides real-time cyber threat intelligence from multiple sources, enabling…
Proofpoint to acquire Hornetsecurity
Proofpoint has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity, a pan-European provider of AI-powered Microsoft 365 (M365) security, data protection, compliance, and security awareness services. Terms of the deal are confidential. The acquisition significantly enhances Proofpoint’s ability to provide…
Coinbase suffers data breach, gets extorted (but won’t pay)
Cryptocurrency exchange platform Coinbase has suffered a breach, which resulted in attackers acquiring customers’ data that can help them mount social engineering attacks, the company confirmed today by filing a report with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The…
GitLab 18 increases developer productivity by integrating AI throughout the platform
GitLab launched GitLab 18, including AI capabilities natively integrated into the platform and major new innovations across core DevOps, and security and compliance workflows that are available now, with further enhancements planned throughout the year. Additionally, GitLab Premium customers can…
Samsung patches MagicINFO 9 Server vulnerability exploited by attackers
Companies running Samsung MagicINFO, a platform for managing content on Samsung commercial digital displays, should upgrade to the latest available version of its v9 branch to fix a vulnerability that’s reportedly being exploited by attackers. If this advice sounds familiar,…
PentestPad streamlines security testing workflows
PentestPad announced a major rollout of new features to its platform, built to transform how modern security teams deliver penetration testing and manage vulnerabilities, clients and deliverables. PentestPad is an all-in-one workspace designed for penetration testing companies, internal security teams,…
Russia-linked hackers target webmail servers in Ukraine-related espionage operation
ESET researchers have uncovered RoundPress, a Russia-aligned espionage operation targeting webmail servers via XSS vulnerabilities. Behind it is most likely the Russia-aligned Sednit (also known as Fancy Bear or APT28) cyberespionage group, holding the ultimate goal of stealing confidential data…
LiongardIQ unifies asset inventory, network monitoring and AI insights
Liongard has launched LiongardIQ, a new product designed to address the complexities of cyber resilience. Available July 2025, LiongardIQ moves beyond the Liongard you once knew—introducing a next-generation platform powered by real-time visibility and response, centralized asset intelligence, and embedded…
Kubernetes has grown up: From testbed to critical infrastructure
In this Help Net Security video, Divya Mohan, Principal Technology Advocate at SUSE, discusses how Kubernetes has firmly transitioned from an emerging technology into a core part of enterprise production environments. A new survey from SUSE highlights the latest adoption…
Building cybersecurity culture in science-driven organizations
In this Help Net Security interview, Anne Sofie Roed Rasmussen, CISO at Novonesis, discusses how a science-driven organization approaches cybersecurity, aligning innovation with protection, measuring cultural progress, managing shadow IT, and earning trust from scientific leaders. How do you measure…
How Kim Crawley challenges big tech in “Digital Safety in a Dangerous World”
In this Help Net Security interview, Kim Crawley, cybersecurity expert and Professor at the Open Institute of Technology, discusses her upcoming book Digital Safety in a Dangerous World, which will feature her expert advice, as well as insights from other…
New blockchain security standards target safer ecosystems
The Blockchain Security Standards Council (BSSC) launched its first four security standards, marking a significant milestone in the journey towards a more secure and trustworthy blockchain ecosystem. These standards are designed to address critical aspects of blockchain security, elevating trust…
Google strengthens secure enterprise access from BYOD Android devices
Google has introduced Device Trust from Android Enterprise, a new solution for making sure that private Android devices used for work are secure enough to access corporate resources and data. Device Trust from Android Enterprise (Source: Google) What is Device…
Foxit Smart Redact Server automates the redaction of sensitive data
Foxit launched Smart Redact Server, a new AI-driven platform built to automate the redaction of sensitive data at scale across enterprise environments. Designed for organizations that manage large volumes of regulated content, the solution enables legal, financial, healthcare, and compliance…
Obsidian’s browser extension manages shadow SaaS and AI tools
Obsidian Security has launched a new browser extension to help businesses safely use SaaS and AI apps online. The extension automatically finds and manages shadow SaaS and AI tools, blocks advanced spear-phishing attacks targeting access tokens, and gives real-time protection…
McAfee’s Scam Detector identifies scams across text, email, and video
McAfee is introducing McAfee’s Scam Detector, a new feature that automatically identifies scams across text, email, and video. Available now in all core McAfee plans at no extra cost, it arrives at a critical moment: nearly 1 in 3 Americans…
Nobara Linux 42 brings performance boost and better hardware support
The Nobara Project has released a new version of its Linux distribution, bringing updated packages, performance improvements, and a few visual tweaks aimed at making life easier for users who want a system that works well out of the box.…
SecuX releases Bitcoin self-managed solution for SMBs
SecuX launched hardware-based cybersecurity solution tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). At the core is Cyber Athena, an enterprise-grade cold wallet that integrates PUF-based authentication via PUFido and PUFhsm hardware modules, designed to meet rising demand for secure, self-managed…
Resilience helps businesses understand their cyber risk in financial terms
Resilience launched Cyber Risk Calculator to provide organizations with a financial snapshot of their cyber risk. The AI-powered tool provides security and risk practitioners and C-Suite executives alike with a common, data-driven language to better understand and quantify their cyber risk.…
LastPass launches SaaS Monitoring to reduce shadow IT and AI risks
LastPass has announced the general availability of SaaS Monitoring. This new capability empowers organizations of all sizes to gain visibility into their Software-as-a-Service ecosystem, reduce risk from Shadow IT and Shadow AI, and optimize costs. The post LastPass launches SaaS…
Insider risk management needs a human strategy
Insider risk is not just about bad actors. Most of the time, it’s about mistakes. Someone sends a sensitive file to the wrong address, or uploads a document to their personal cloud to work from home. In many cases, there…
Southwest Airlines CISO on tackling cyber risks in the aviation industry
In this Help Net Security interview, Carrie Mills, VP and CISO, Southwest Airlines talks about the cybersecurity challenges facing the aviation industry. She explains how being part of critical infrastructure, a major consumer brand, and an airline each brings its…
Cerbos: Open-source, scalable authorization solution
Cerbos is an open-source solution designed to simplify and modernize access control for cloud-native, microservice-based applications. Instead of hardcoding authorization logic into your application, Cerbos lets you write flexible, context-aware access policies using a YAML syntax. These policies are managed…
European Vulnerability Database goes live, but who benefits?
The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) has unveiled the European Vulnerability Database (EUVD), an initiative under the NIS2 Directive aimed at enhancing digital security across the EU. The database serves as a centralized repository offering aggregated and actionable information…
Ransomware spreads faster, not smarter
The fall of two of the most dominant ransomware syndicates, LockBit and AlphV, triggered a power vacuum across the cybercriminal landscape, acccording to a Black Kite survey. In their place, dozens of new actors emerged, many of them lacking the…
Patch Tuesday: Microsoft fixes 5 actively exploited zero-days
On May 2025 Patch Tuesday, Microsoft has released security fixes for 70+ vulnerabilities, among them five actively exploited zero-days and two publicly disclosed (but not exploited) vulnerabilities. The zero-days and the publicly disclosed flaws Among the zero-days patched is a…
Zero-day exploited to compromise Fortinet FortiVoice systems (CVE-2025-32756)
Fortinet has patched a critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-32756) that has been exploited in the wild to compromise FortiVoice phone / conferencing systems, the company’s product security incident response team has revealed on Tuesday. About CVE-2025-32756 CVE-2025-32756 is a stack-based overflow vulnerability…
Ivanti EPMM vulnerabilities exploited in the wild (CVE-2025-4427, CVE-2025-4428)
Attackers have exploited vulnerabilities in open-source libraries to compromise on-prem Ivanti Endpoint Manager Mobile (EPMM) instances of a “very limited” number of customers, Ivanti has confirmed on Tuesday, and urged customers to install a patch as soon as possible. “The…
Lenovo intoduces ThinkShield Solutions to secure organizations with limited IT resources
Lenovo introduced ThinkShield Solutions, security offerings tailored to protect small and medium sized business (SMBs), schools, and other organizations with limited IT resources facing significant risks. The new offering is part of Lenovo ThinkShield’s portfolio of enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions. Cybercriminals…
Tufin TOS Discovery automates device discovery and onboarding
Tufin launched Tufin Orchestration Suite (TOS) Discovery, a new solution that helps security teams ensure their network topology is always accurate and up-to-date. Maintaining up-to-date network topology is a crucial task – one that enables proper enforcement of security policies…
Product showcase: Go beyond VPNs and Tor with NymVPN
If you care about online privacy, you probably already know: Centralized VPNs and even Tor aren’t enough anymore. Traditional VPNs require you to trust a single company with your internet activity. Even if they promise “no logs,” you’re still handing…
DefectDojo boosts unified vulnerability management
DefectDojo launched risk-based prioritization capabilities for DefectDojo Pro. This new feature enables application and infrastructure security teams to prioritize vulnerabilities based on real-world risk—not just severity scores—using a range of factors including exploitability, reachability, revenue impact, potential compliance penalties, user…
CISOs must speak business to earn executive trust
In this Help Net Security interview, Pritesh Parekh, VP, CISO at PagerDuty talks about how CISOs can change perceptions of their role, build influence across the organization, communicate risk in business terms, and use automation to support business goals. What…
AI vs AI: How cybersecurity pros can use criminals’ tools against them
For a while now, AI has played a part in cybersecurity. Now, agentic AI is taking center stage. Based on pre-programmed plans and objectives, agentic AI can make choices which optimize results without a need for developer intervention. As agentic…
Breaking down silos in cybersecurity
All organizations erect silos – silos between groups and departments, across functions and among technologies. Silos represent differences in practices, culture and operations. Their presence inhibits communication and collaboration. As companies scale from startup to mid-sized and beyond, silos multiply…
UNIDIR Intrusion Path: New framework to analyze ICT environment activities
Malicious activity in the ICT environment is growing. However, a non-technical audience often struggle to understand these threats, either because technical explanations are too complex or because media coverage oversimplifies the issues. To help understand and analyze these activities, UNIDIR…
Review: Resilient Cybersecurity
Resilient Cybersecurity touches on nearly every major function of enterprise cybersecurity, from threat detection and identity management to vendor risk and regulatory compliance. About the author Mark Dunkerley is a cybersecurity and technology leader with over 20 years of experience…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: May 13, 2025
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Law enforcement takes down proxy botnets used by criminals
US and Dutch law enforcement, with the help of Lumen researchers, have disrupted 5socks and Anyproxy, two proxy-for-rent services that were used by criminals for ad fraud and DDoS and brute-force attacks (among other things). The domain seizure notice The…
Hunted Labs Entercept combats software supply chain attacks
Hunted Labs announced Entercept, an AI-powered source code security platform that gives enterprises instant visibility into suspicious behavior from the people and code in their software supply chain. Open source code and the people who write it are the unguarded…
Compromised SAP NetWeaver instances are ushering in opportunistic threat actors
A second wave of attacks against the hundreds of SAP NetWeaver platforms compromised via CVE-2025-31324 is underway. “[The] attacks [are] staged by follow-on, opportunistic threat actors who are leveraging previously established webshells (from the first zero-day attack) on vulnerable systems,”…
Resecurity One simplifies cybersecurity operations
Resecurity launched Resecurity One, the next-generation cybersecurity platform designed to improve how organizations approach cybersecurity. Resecurity One combines Digital Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Endpoint Protection, Identity Protection, Supply Chain Risk Monitoring, and xDR capabilities into a unified solution, providing…
Bluetooth 6.1 released, enhances privacy and power efficiency
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group has released Bluetooth 6.1, and one of the most important new features is an update to how devices manage privacy and power. The update, called Bluetooth Randomized RPA (resolvable private address) Updates, helps protect users…
How to give better cybersecurity presentations (without sounding like a robot)
Most people think great presenters are born with natural talent. Luka Krejci, a presentation expert, disagrees. “They are called presentation skills. Skills, not talent,” he says. “Any skill, be it dancing, football, or presenting, can be developed only if you…
Why security teams cannot rely solely on AI guardrails
In this Help Net Security interview, Dr. Peter Garraghan, CEO of Mindgard, discusses their research around vulnerabilities in the guardrails used to protect large AI models. The findings highlight how even billion-dollar LLMs can be bypassed using surprisingly simple techniques,…
SPIRE: Toolchain of APIs for establishing trust between software systems
SPIRE is a graduated project of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF). It’s a production-ready implementation of the SPIFFE APIs that handles node and workload attestation to securely issue SVIDs to workloads and verify the SVIDs of other workloads, all…