A supply chain attack on SAP npm packages used preinstall scripts to steal developer and CI/CD credentials. The post SAP npm Supply Chain Attack Targets Developer Credentials appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed from eSecurity Planet…
After dissing Anthropic for limiting Mythos, OpenAI restricts access to Cyber, too
OpenAI will begin rolling out it cybersecurity testing tool, GPT-5.5 Cyber only “to critical cyber defenders” at first. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read the original article: After dissing Anthropic for limiting Mythos, OpenAI restricts…
CVE-2026-31431 (Copy Fail): Linux Kernel LPE
New Linux ‘copy_fail’ LPE gives root on all major distros. Mitigate before patching. The post CVE-2026-31431 (Copy Fail): Linux Kernel LPE appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: CVE-2026-31431 (Copy…
PyTorch Lightning and Intercom-client Hit in Supply Chain Attacks to Steal Credentials
In yet another software supply chain attack, threat actors have managed to compromise the popular Python package Lightning to push two malicious versions to conduct credential theft. According to Aikido Security, OX Security, Socket, and StepSecurity, the two malicious versions…
Misconfigured Server Run by Hackers Leaks 345,000 Stolen Credit Cards
A misconfigured server linked to the carding marketplace Jerry’s Store exposed 345,000 stolen credit cards after an AI coding error caused a major security flaw. This article has been indexed from Hackread – Cybersecurity News, Data Breaches, AI and More…
Copy Fail: New Linux bug enables Root via page‑cache corruption
Linux flaw CVE‑2026‑31431, ‘Copy Fail,’ lets any local user write four bytes into page cache files, enabling easy escalation to root on major distros. Xint Code researchers warn of a serious Linux flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-31431 (CVSS score of 7.8),…
AI Fuels ‘Industrial’ Cybercrime as Time-to-Exploit Shrinks to Hours
Industrialized cybercrime delivers attacks with greater scale, speed and success. Defenders must match this with use of AI and automation. The post AI Fuels ‘Industrial’ Cybercrime as Time-to-Exploit Shrinks to Hours appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed…
Anthropic Unveils Claude Security to Counter AI-Powered Exploit Surge
With Mythos signaling a new era of near-instant exploitation, Anthropic positions Claude Security to help defenders keep pace. The post Anthropic Unveils Claude Security to Counter AI-Powered Exploit Surge appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-04-30 21h : 8 posts
8 posts were published in the last hour 18:36 : Imperva Customers Protected Against CVE-2026-41940 in cPanel & WHM 18:36 : Retailer Secures Website After Customer Data Leak Risk Identified 18:9 : Wordfence Intelligence Weekly WordPress Vulnerability Report (April 20,…
Imperva Customers Protected Against CVE-2026-41940 in cPanel & WHM
What is CVE-2026-41940? CVE-2026-41940 is a critical authentication bypass vulnerability affecting cPanel & WHM, including DNSOnly, in versions after 11.40. The flaw, discovered by WatchTowr Labs, exists in the login flow and allows unauthenticated remote attackers to gain unauthorized access…
Retailer Secures Website After Customer Data Leak Risk Identified
Express has quietly fixed a security flaw that permitted unauthorized access to customer order data following a significant lapse in web application security. This vulnerability exposed sensitive information ranging from customer names, emails, telephone numbers, shipping details, and partial…
Wordfence Intelligence Weekly WordPress Vulnerability Report (April 20, 2026 to April 26, 2026)
Last week, there were disclosed in and that have been added to the Wordfence Intelligence Vulnerability Database, and there were that contributed to WordPress Security last week. Review those vulnerabilities in this report now to ensure your site is not…
Great responsibility, without great power
In this week’s newsletter, Hazel uses International Superhero Day as a springboard to explore why empathy — rather than just technical prowess — is the most essential, underrated superpower for navigating the human side of cybersecurity. This article has been…
Sugar Baby Scams: How to Spot and Avoid Them
Learn how to spot sugar baby scams, avoid fake sugar daddy messages and protect your personal data with simple tips and strong online security tools. The post Sugar Baby Scams: How to Spot and Avoid Them appeared first on Panda…
OpenAI Rolls Out ‘Advanced’ Security Mode for At-Risk Accounts
OpenAI is rolling out Advanced Account Security for people concerned that their ChatGPT or Codex accounts could be potential targets of phishing attacks. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: OpenAI Rolls Out ‘Advanced’ Security…
Microsoft Windows 11 April 2026 Security Update Breaks Third-Party Backup Applications
Microsoft’s April 2026 cumulative security update for Windows 11 is causing significant disruptions for users relying on third-party backup software, triggering an MS-DEFCON level 3 advisory from security patch analyst Susan Bradley at AskWoody. The problematic update, KB5083769, applies to…
Fake Court Summons And Survey Scams Surge As Regions Bank Warns Of Rising Consumer Fraud Risks
Fear remains one of the most powerful tools scammers use, and today’s fraud tactics are evolving to exploit it more effectively than ever. Fake court summons and deceptive online survey scams are now being widely used to trick individuals…
Google’s fix for critical Gemini CLI bug might break your CI/CD pipelines
This CVSS 10.0 RCE vuln has been patched, automatically for some, so better check those workflows If you use Gemini CLI, watch out: Google has patched a CVSS 10.0 vulnerability in its command-line AI tool and is warning anyone running…
Copy Fail (CVE-2026-31431): Frequently asked questions about Linux kernel privilege escalation vulnerability
A flaw in the Linux kernel present since 2017 allows a local user to gain root access on virtually every major Linux distribution. A public exploit is available and reported to work reliably. Key Takeaways CVE-2026-31431 is a high severity…
Linux Kernel Flaw ‘Copy Fail’ Exposes Widespread Privilege Escalation Risk
A newly disclosed Linux kernel vulnerability is exposing a pathway for unprivileged users to gain full admin control on a wide range of systems. The flaw, identified as CVE-2026-31431 and dubbed Copy Fail, affects nearly all major Linux distros released…
PyTorch Lightning Compromised in PyPI Supply Chain Attack to Steal Credentials
In yet another software supply chain attack, threat actors have managed to compromise the popular Python package Lightning to push two malicious versions to conduct credential theft. According to Aikido Security, Socket, and StepSecurity, the two malicious versions are versions…
Agent’s claims on WhatsApp access spark security concerns
A US agent claimed WhatsApp encryption is fake and Meta can access messages; the probe was abruptly shut, raising security concerns. A US agent claimed WhatsApp encryption is fake, alleging Meta accesses all unencrypted messages, but Commerce Department abruptly shut…
Enhancing AI-Driven Defense with Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.7
Palo Alto Networks enhances AI-Driven Defense using Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.7. Outpace automated threats and rapidly find and fix vulnerabilities with Unit 42 Frontier AI Defense. The post Enhancing AI-Driven Defense with Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.7 appeared first on Palo…
Popular Python Package lightning Hacked in Supply Chain Attack
The widely used PyTorch Lightning framework, which automatically executes credential-stealing malware on import, has also compromised GitHub maintainer accounts. The popular PyPI package lightning — the deep learning framework used to train, deploy, and ship AI products has been compromised…