Cisco patches critical Secure Firewall Management Center flaw allowing remote code execution on vulnerable systems. Cisco released security updates to address a maximum-severity security vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-20265 (CVSS score of 10.0), in Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC) Software. The…
LLM chatbots trivial to weaponise for data theft, say boffins
System prompt engineering turns benign AI assistants into ‘investigator’ and ‘detective’ roles that bypass privacy guardrails A team of boffins is warning that AI chatbots built on large language models (LLM) can be tuned into malicious agents to autonomously harvest…
Critical Flaws Patched in Rockwell FactoryTalk, Micro800, ControlLogix Products
Rockwell Automation has published several advisories describing critical and high-severity vulnerabilities affecting its products. The post Critical Flaws Patched in Rockwell FactoryTalk, Micro800, ControlLogix Products appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek Read the original article:…
The $15 accessory that transformed my AirPods from slippery buds to workout besties
Loose AirPods? Before you give up on them, try these three inexpensive accessories. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: The $15 accessory that transformed my AirPods from slippery buds to workout besties
Samsung will sell you the latest Galaxy S25 model for $250 off – and the price is finally right
The Galaxy S25 Edge combines an ultra camera with its thinnest, lightest design yet – making this deal hard to pass up. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: Samsung will sell you the latest…
Authorized Push Payment Fraud a National Security Risk to UK, Report Finds
A RUSI report warned that money mules are exploiting inadequate security controls in smaller payment service providers to move fraudulent transactions about This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Authorized Push Payment Fraud a National Security…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-08-15 09h : 5 posts
5 posts were published in the last hour 7:3 : Should UK.gov save money by looking for open source alternatives to Microsoft? You decide 7:3 : How military leadership prepares veterans for cybersecurity success 6:33 : HTTP/2 MadeYouReset Vulnerability Enables…
10 Best Managed Detection And Response (MDR) Companies in 2025
Organizations of all sizes face an unrelenting barrage of sophisticated cyber threats, from highly evolved ransomware strains and stealthy advanced persistent threats (APTs) to cunning social engineering campaigns—challenges that increasingly drive the adoption of MDR Services to enhance detection and…
What exactly is a GFCI outlet? 5 common household devices you shouldn’t plug into one
These trusted safety devices might feel inconvenient if used improperly, but they’re built to save lives. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: What exactly is a GFCI outlet? 5 common household devices you shouldn’t…
I swapped my PC for Lenovo’s SteamOS handheld – and don’t miss Windows at all
This version of the Legion Go S ditches Windows 11 for a lighter operating system specialized for gaming. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: I swapped my PC for Lenovo’s SteamOS handheld – and…
Cisco Patches Critical Vulnerability in Firewall Management Platform
Cisco has released over 20 advisories as part of its August 2025 bundled publication for ASA, FMC and FTD products. The post Cisco Patches Critical Vulnerability in Firewall Management Platform appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from…
Cisco Warns of CVSS 10.0 FMC RADIUS Flaw Allowing Remote Code Execution
Cisco has released security updates to address a maximum-severity security flaw in Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC) Software that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The vulnerability, assigned the CVE identifier CVE-2025-20265 (CVSS score: 10.0),…
Cisco Secure Firewall Snort 3 Vulnerability Enable DoS Attacks
A critical vulnerability discovered in Cisco’s Secure Firewall Threat Defense Software has been identified as CVE-2025-20217, posing significant risks to network security infrastructure worldwide. The vulnerability, affecting the Snort 3 Detection Engine, could allow unauthenticated remote attackers to launch denial…
5 quick ways to make your soundbar sound better than ever (and for free)
Your soundbar may already sound great, but a few easy tweaks can elevate its performance even further. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: 5 quick ways to make your soundbar sound better than ever…
New NFC-Driven PhantomCard Android Malware Attacking Banking Users
A sophisticated new Android malware dubbed PhantomCard has emerged from the shadows of Brazil’s cybercriminal underground, representing a significant evolution in mobile banking threats. This malicious application leverages Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to create a seamless bridge between victims’…
New HTTP/2 MadeYouReset Vulnerability Enables Large-Scale DDoS Attacks
Security researchers have identified a new denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerability in HTTP/2 implementations, referred to as MadeYouReset (CVE-2025-8671). This discovery represents a notable escalation in the threats associated with web protocols. Publicly disclosed on August 13, 2025, this flaw allows attackers…
Threat Actors Attacking Windows Systems With New Multi-Stage Malware Framework PS1Bot
A sophisticated new malware campaign targeting Windows systems has emerged, employing a multi-stage framework dubbed “PS1Bot” that combines PowerShell and C# components to conduct extensive information theft operations. The malware represents a significant evolution in attack methodologies, utilizing modular architecture…
NFC fraud reappears, Canada government breach, Zoom’s critical flaw
New wave of NFC relay fraud, call hijacking, and root exploits in banking sector Canada’s House of Commons suffers cyberattack Zoom fixes critical Windows client flaw that could enable privilege escalation Huge thanks to our sponsor, Vanta Do you know…
Should UK.gov save money by looking for open source alternatives to Microsoft? You decide
As £9 billion MoU sparks debate about value for money, it’s time to have your say Register debate series It’s a lot of money, £9 billion ($12 billion). Especially for a government which finds itself — for whatever reason —…
How military leadership prepares veterans for cybersecurity success
In this Help Net Security interview, Warren O’Driscoll, Head of Security Practice at NTT DATA UK and Ireland, discusses how military leadership training equips veterans with the mindset, resilience, and strategic thinking needed to excel in cybersecurity. Drawing on habits…
HTTP/2 MadeYouReset Vulnerability Enables Massive DDoS Attacks
Security researchers have disclosed a critical vulnerability in the HTTP/2 protocol that could enable massive distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, potentially affecting millions of web servers worldwide. The flaw, dubbed “MadeYouReset” and assigned CVE-2025-8671, was publicly disclosed on August 13, 2025,…
Cyber insurance market shows early signs of maturity
The cyber insurance market is entering a new phase of evolution and showing early signs of maturity, according to recent research from Arctic Wolf. Brokers and carriers are taking on different but connected roles to help customers get policies. Brokers…
300 Million In Crypto Fraud Funds Frozen: Cybersecurity Today
Cyber Crime Crackdown: $300 Million in Crypto Frozen, FBI Accounts Hacked, and Critical Microsoft Patches Released In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers major recent events in cybercrime and cybersecurity. Over $300 million in cryptocurrency tied to…
Obot MCP Gateway: Open-source platform to securely manage the adoption of MCP servers
Obot MCP Gateway is a free, open-source gateway that enables IT organizations to securely manage and scale adoption of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. MCPs are becoming the standard for how AI agents interface with real-world systems. Without a control…