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IT Security News Daily Summary 2026-01-08
166 posts were published in the last hour 22:36 : As agents run amok, CrowdStrike’s $740M SGNL deal aims to help get a grip on identity security 21:13 : Astaroth Banking Trojan Targets Brazilians via WhatsApp Messages 21:13 : CrowdStrike…
As agents run amok, CrowdStrike’s $740M SGNL deal aims to help get a grip on identity security
Authentication is basically solved. Authorization is another thing entirely… CrowdStrike has signed a $740 million deal to buy identity security startup SGNL. The move underscores the growing threat of identity-based attacks as companies struggle to secure skyrocketing numbers of non-human…
Astaroth Banking Trojan Targets Brazilians via WhatsApp Messages
Researchers at Acronis have discovered a new campaign called Boto Cor-de-Rosa, where the Astaroth banking malware spreads like a worm through WhatsApp Web to steal contact lists and banking credentials. This article has been indexed from Hackread – Cybersecurity News,…
CrowdStrike Acquires SGNL for $740 Million to Thwart AI-Powered Cyber Threats
CrowdStrike Inc. said Thursday it will acquire identity security startup SGNL in a deal valued at $740 million – the latest move by the cybersecurity giant to fortify its defenses against increasingly sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI)-powered cyberattacks. The acquisition centers…
2026-01-08: KongTuke ClickFix activity
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from Malware-Traffic-Analysis.net – Blog Entries Read the original article: 2026-01-08: KongTuke ClickFix activity
n8n Users Urged to Patch CVSS 10.0 Full System Takeover Vulnerability
A critical vulnerability (CVE-2026-21877) found by Upwind affects n8n automation tools. Learn why researchers are urging users to update to version 1.121.3 immediately to prevent remote code execution. This article has been indexed from Hackread – Cybersecurity News, Data Breaches,…
CISO reporting structure key to strong cybersecurity outcomes
<p>Who should the chief information security officer report to? It depends on whom you ask and on what the organization wants to accomplish by having a CISO in the first place.</p> <p>That said, for the majority of organizations, it’s critical…
Astaroth banking Trojan spreads in Brazil via WhatsApp worm
A WhatsApp worm spread the Astaroth banking trojan across Brazil by automatically sending malicious messages to victims’ contacts. Astaroth, a long-running Brazilian banking malware, has evolved in a new campaign dubbed Boto Cor-de-Rosa by abusing WhatsApp Web for propagation. The…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-01-08 21h : 7 posts
7 posts were published in the last hour 19:32 : AI and the Future of Work: 5 Predictions for 2026 19:31 : GenDigital Research Exposes AuraStealer Infostealer Tactics 19:31 : Critics pan spyware maker NSO’s transparency claims amid its push…
AI and the Future of Work: 5 Predictions for 2026
Experts predict 2026 will bring less AI hype and more governance, delayed enterprise spending, AI moving into OT, smarter cyberattacks, and faster cooling tech. The post AI and the Future of Work: 5 Predictions for 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.…
GenDigital Research Exposes AuraStealer Infostealer Tactics
GenDigital researchers reveal how AuraStealer uses advanced evasion and a MaaS model to steal data from Windows systems. The post GenDigital Research Exposes AuraStealer Infostealer Tactics appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed from eSecurity Planet Read…
Critics pan spyware maker NSO’s transparency claims amid its push to enter US market
The infamous spyware maker released a new transparency report claiming to be a responsible spyware maker, without providing insight into how the company dealt with problematic customers in the past. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch…
Resolutions, shmesolutions (and what’s actually worked for me)
Talos’ editor ditches the pressure of traditional New Year’s resolutions in favor of practical, in-the-moment changes, and finds more success by letting go of perfection. Plus, we break down the latest on UAT-7290, a newly disclosed threat actor targeting critical…
Internet collapses in Iran amid protests over economic crisis
Internet monitoring firms and experts say Iran’s internet has almost completely shut down, as protests spread through major cities. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read the original article: Internet collapses in Iran amid protests over…
What tools help reduce fraud or friendly fraud for online businesses?
A customer buys. You ship. Everyone seems happy. Then, a few weeks later, you get a chargeback. Or you notice the same card being tried again and again in a few seconds, failing at first and then working. It can…
Patch Cisco ISE bug now before attackers abuse proof-of-concept exploit
No reports of active exploitation … yet Cisco patched a bug in its Identity Services Engine (ISE) and ISE Passive Identity Connector (ISE-PIC) products that allows remote attackers with admin-level privileges to access sensitive information – and warned that a…
Wordfence Intelligence Weekly WordPress Vulnerability Report (December 15, 2025 to January 4, 2026)
📢 Did you know Wordfence runs a Bug Bounty Program for all WordPress plugin and themes at no cost to vendors? Researchers can earn up to $31,200 per vulnerability, for all in-scope vulnerabilities submitted to our Bug Bounty Program! Find…
US Man Jailed After FBI Traced 1,100 IP Addresses in Cyberstalking Case
A 25-year-old Bigfork, Montana man, Jeremiah Daniel Starr, used over 50 phone numbers and a VPN to harass a victim he called his “best friend,” even staging a fake shooting. Learn more about the FBI investigation that traced 1,100 IP…
How to Protest Safely in the Age of Surveillance
Law enforcement has more tools than ever to track your movements and access your communications. Here’s how to protect your privacy if you plan to protest. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: How to…
Shinhan Card Probes Internal Data Leak Affecting About 190,000 Merchants
Shinhan Card, South Korea’s largest credit card issuer, said on December 23 that personal data linked to about 190,000 merchant representatives was improperly accessed and shared by employees over a three year period, highlighting ongoing concerns around internal data…
Personal and Health Information of 22.6 Million Aflac Clients Stolen in Cyberattack
At the start of 2026, a significant cybersecurity breach that was disclosed heightened awareness of digital vulnerabilities within the American insurance industry, after Aflac, one of the largest supplemental insurance providers in the country, confirmed that a sophisticated cyberattack,…
Microsoft Introduces Hardware-Accelerated BitLocker to Boost Windows 11 Security and Performance
Microsoft is updating Windows 11 with hardware-accelerated BitLocker to improve both data security and system performance. The change enhances full-disk encryption by shifting cryptographic work from the CPU to dedicated hardware components within modern processors, helping systems run more…
Google Testing ‘Contextual Suggestions’ Feature for Wider Android Rollout
Google is reportedly preparing to extend a smart assistance feature beyond its Pixel smartphones to the wider Android ecosystem. The functionality, referred to as Contextual Suggestions, closely resembles Magic Cue, a software feature currently limited to Google’s Pixel 10…