Will someone think of the deals politicians are making? Opinion You might think, since I write about tech all the time, my degrees are in computer science. Nope. I’m a bona fide, degreed historian, which is why I can say…
Cybersecurity Alerts: Black Hat Exposes AI and Firmware Vulnerabilities
In this episode, host Jim Love thanks listeners for their support of his book ‘Elisa, A Tale of Quantum Kisses,’ which is available for 99 cents on Kindle. The show then dives into pressing cybersecurity issues discussed at Black Hat…
August 2025 Patch Tuesday forecast: Try, try, again
July turned into a surprisingly busy month. It started slowly with a fairly ‘calm’ Patch Tuesday as I forecasted in my last blog. Although there were 130 new CVEs addressed across all the Microsoft releases, there was only one publicly…
Flipper Zero Dark Web Firmware Cracks Rolling Code Security in Modern Cars
Security researchers have discovered alarming new firmware for the popular Flipper Zero device that can completely bypass the rolling code security systems protecting millions of modern vehicles. The breakthrough attack, demonstrated by YouTube channel Talking Sasquatch, represents a significant escalation…
Decoding OTP A Deep Dive into HOTP and TOTP Algorithms
Explore OTP generation algorithms like HOTP and TOTP. Understand their differences, security, and implementation for robust authentication in CIAM and passwordless systems. The post Decoding OTP A Deep Dive into HOTP and TOTP Algorithms appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
Third-party partners or ticking time bombs?
In this Help Net Security video, Ngaire Elizabeth Guzzetti, Technical Director Supply Chain at CyXcel, discusses why a third of U.S. organizations don’t trust third-party vendors to manage critical risks and what that means for supply chain security. She breaks…
Retbleed Vulnerability Exploited to Access Any Process’s Memory on Newer CPUs
Security researchers have successfully demonstrated a sophisticated exploit of the Retbleed vulnerability, a critical CPU security flaw that allows attackers to read arbitrary memory from any process running on affected systems. The exploit, which builds upon research originally published by ETH…
CISA Issues Urgent Advisory to Address Microsoft Exchange Flaw
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued Emergency Directive 25-02 on August 7, 2025, requiring federal agencies to immediately address a critical vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange hybrid configurations that could allow attackers to escalate from on-premises systems to…
Unigame – 843,696 breached accounts
In December 2019, the now defunct gaming website Unigame (maker of Hunter Online) suffered a data breach that was later redistributed as part of a larger corpus of data. The data included 844k email addresses and salted MD5 password hashes.…
From fake CAPTCHAs to RATs: Inside 2025’s cyber deception threat trends
Cybercriminals are getting better at lying. That’s the takeaway from a new LevelBlue report, which outlines how attackers are using social engineering and legitimate tools to quietly move through environments before they’re caught. Data showing at what stage an incident…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-08-08 06h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 4:3 : Russia’s Turla Hackers Are Using Local ISPs to Deliver Spyware to Diplomats 4:2 : New infosec products of the week: August 8, 2025
ChatGPT-5 Launches – Discover What’s New in the Next-Gen AI Agent
OpenAI has officially launched ChatGPT-5, marking a significant leap forward in artificial intelligence technology with a revolutionary unified system that combines multiple specialized models to deliver unprecedented performance and versatility. The launch represents the most substantial advancement in conversational AI…
Flipper Zero ‘DarkWeb’ Firmware Bypasses Rolling Code Security on Major Vehicle Brands
A new and custom firmware for the popular Flipper Zero multi-tool device is reportedly capable of bypassing the rolling code security systems used in most modern vehicles, potentially putting millions of cars at risk of theft. Demonstrations by the YouTube…
Fraud controls don’t guarantee consumer trust
Over a third of companies say they are using AI, including generative AI, to fight fraud, according to Experian. As fraud threats become more complex, companies are accelerating their investments with over half adopting new analytics and building AI models…
Russia’s Turla Hackers Are Using Local ISPs to Deliver Spyware to Diplomats
One of Russia’s most sophisticated cyberespionage groups has reportedly been leveraging its country’s internet backbone to deploy spyware—right on its home turf. Turla, a hacking unit tied to Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB), is known for complex and covert…
New infosec products of the week: August 8, 2025
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Black Kite, Descope, Elastic, ExtraHop, LastPass, and Riverbed. Elastic AI SOC Engine helps SOC teams expose hidden threats Elastic AI SOC Engine (EASE) is a…
This free ChatGPT feature flew under the radar – but it’s a game changer
Everyone can use ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode now – yes, even free users. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: This free ChatGPT feature flew under the radar – but it’s a game changer
I used Perplexity to make a restaurant reservation – now I’m wondering if Google is holding us back
The newest AI tool connects directly to OpenTable, so you don’t have to navigate between apps or tabs to book tables. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: I used Perplexity to make a restaurant…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-08-08 03h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 1:3 : 17 iOS settings I changed to instantly improve my iPhone battery life 1:2 : CMMC Final Rule: Clear Steps for DoD Contractors
ISC Stormcast For Friday, August 8th, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9562, (Fri, Aug 8th)
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 Friday, August 8th, 2025…
A Linux terminal app for native Android development? Here’s why I’m bullish
Although Android already has a sandboxed Linux terminal available, this Google model will be geared toward developers. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: A Linux terminal app for native Android development? Here’s why I’m…
How AI-enabled autonomous business will change the way you work forever
True autonomous business may be a long way off – here’s why smart business leaders are preparing now. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: How AI-enabled autonomous business will change the way you work…
Five iOS 26 features I already can’t live without – and how to access them
Available as both a developer beta and a public beta, iOS 26 offers a host of cool new features and enhancements. These are my favorites. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: Five iOS 26…
I replaced my Sonos soundbar for one with detachable rear speakers – and it’s worth it
The JBL Bar 1000MK2 is a theater-in-a-box, and although its main selling point may sound counterintuitive, it works better than you’d think. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: I replaced my Sonos soundbar for…