Google has rushed out a vital security patch for Chrome, fixing three flaws that could let attackers run malicious code on users’ devices. The Stable Channel update bumps versions to 145.0.7632.109/.110 for Windows and Mac, and 144.0.7559.109 for Linux. High-severity…
Is Poshmark safe? How to buy and sell without getting scammed
Like any other marketplace, the social commerce platform has its share of red flags. It pays to know what to look for so you can shop or sell without headaches. This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original…
PromptSpy ushers in the era of Android threats using GenAI
ESET researchers discover PromptSpy, the first known Android malware to abuse generative AI in its execution flow This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: PromptSpy ushers in the era of Android threats using GenAI
PentAGI – Automated AI-Powered Penetration Testing Tool that Integrates 20+ Security Tools
PentAGI introduces an AI-driven approach to penetration testing, automating complex workflows with tools like Nmap and Metasploit while generating detailed reports. Developed by VXControl and released on GitHub in early 2025, this open-source platform empowers security professionals to conduct autonomous…
Ongoing Campaign Targets Microsoft 365 to Steal OAuth Tokens and Gain Persistent Access
An ongoing phishing campaign that targets Microsoft 365 users by abusing OAuth tokens to gain long‑term access to corporate data, which focuses on business users in North America and aims to compromise Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive without directly stealing passwords.…
Security Compass brings policy-driven security and compliance to agentic AI development
Security Compass released SD Elements for Agentic AI Workflow, enabling organizations to stay in control of security and compliance as AI becomes part of software development. AI agents introduce an unprecedented opportunity to accelerate the velocity of software development, but…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-02-20 09h : 6 posts
6 posts were published in the last hour 7:34 : PromptSpy Android Malware Abuses Gemini AI at Runtime for Persistence 7:34 : Why AISPM Isn’t Enough for the Agentic Era 7:13 : How Scammers Use AI to Build Fake Websites…
PromptSpy Android Malware Abuses Gemini AI at Runtime for Persistence
The malware leverages Gemini to analyze on-screen elements and ensure that it remains on the device even after a reboot. The post PromptSpy Android Malware Abuses Gemini AI at Runtime for Persistence appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been…
Why AISPM Isn’t Enough for the Agentic Era
AI agents have moved from novelty to operational reality, acting autonomously across business systems in ways traditional AI security posture management (AISPM) and IAM can’t fully govern. Learn why risk now emerges at runtime, where existing posture tools fall short,…
How Scammers Use AI to Build Fake Websites
Scammers are now using artificial intelligence to build convincing, professional-looking websites in minutes. Rather than cloning ecommerce giants like Amazon, criminals are posing as real… The post How Scammers Use AI to Build Fake Websites appeared first on Panda Security…
Hackers Exploit Critical BeyondTrust Vulnerability to Deploy VShell and SparkRAT
Hackers are actively exploiting a critical vulnerability in BeyondTrust’s remote support software to deploy the VShell backdoor and SparkRAT remote access trojan, enabling full compromise of exposed systems. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-1731, is being used in real-world attacks against…
Google Issues Emergency Chrome Security Update to Address High-Severity PDFium and V8 Flaws
A significant security update for the Chrome Stable Channel to address multiple vulnerabilities, including high-severity flaws affecting the browser’s core engines. The tech giant announced the rollout of versions 145.0.7632.109/110 for Windows and Mac, as well as 144.0.7559.109 for Linux.…
The CISO view of fraud risk across the retail payment ecosystem
In this Help Net Security interview, Paul Suarez, VP and CISO at Casey’s, explains how his team manages patching and upgrades for fuel payment systems with long hardware lifecycles. He also discusses risks tied to QR code payments and outlines…
ESET Discovers First Android Malware to Abuse Generative AI for Dynamic UI Manipulation
Security researchers at ESET have uncovered what they describe as the first known case of Android malware abusing generative AI to manipulate a device’s user interface in real time. Dubbed PromptSpy, the newly identified malware family uses Google’s Gemini to analyze on-screen content and dynamically…
CISA Warns of Critical Security Vulnerability in Honeywell Cameras
CISA has warned that a critical security vulnerability (CVE-2026-1670) has been identified in four Honeywell CCTV camera models. “Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to account takeovers and unauthorized access to camera feeds; an unauthenticated attacker may change the recovery email address, potentially…
Quantum security is turning into a supply chain problem
Supplier onboarding, invoice processing, and procurement platforms run on encrypted data flows that were built for long-term trust. In many organizations, that trust still depends on cryptographic standards like RSA and elliptic curve cryptography (ECC), even as security teams begin…
Applying green energy tax policies to improve cybersecurity
For years, governments have focused only on the stick of compliance when they could leverage the carrot of tax incentives. Theoretically, compliance fines and penalties should act as a deterrent that improves accountability and reduces data breaches. However, many vendors…
Ongoing Campaign Targets Microsoft 365 to Steal OAuth Tokens for Persistent Access
A new phishing campaign exploiting Microsoft’s OAuth 2.0 Device Authorization Grant flow to gain unauthorized and persistent access to Microsoft 365 accounts. The sophisticated attack active since December 2025 specifically targets professionals and enterprises in North America, with over 44%…
Uptime Kuma: Open-source monitoring tool
Service availability monitoring remains a daily operational requirement across IT teams, SaaS providers, and internal infrastructure groups. Many environments rely on automated checks and alerting to track outages, latency issues, and service degradation across web applications and network endpoints. Uptime…
Three Former Google Engineers Indicted Over Trade Secret Transfers to Iran
Two former Google engineers and one of their husbands have been indicted in the U.S. for allegedly committing trade secret theft from the search giant and other tech firms and transferring the information to unauthorized locations, including Iran. Samaneh Ghandali,…
PromptSpy: First Android AI Malware Leverages Google’s Gemini for Decision-Making
PromptSpy is a newly discovered Android malware family that abuses Google’s Gemini generative AI model to make real‑time decisions on how to manipulate the user interface and stay active on infected devices. PromptSpy’s AI‑assisted functionality is focused on persistence rather…
AI Agents Are Quietly Redefining Enterprise Security Risk
AI agents now operate across enterprise systems, creating new risk via prompt injection, plugins, and persistent memory. Here’s how to adapt security. The post AI Agents Are Quietly Redefining Enterprise Security Risk appeared first on TechRepublic. This article has been…
CISA Orders Emergency Patch for Actively Exploited Dell Flaw;
CISA Orders Emergency Patch for Actively Exploited Dell Flaw; Texas Sues TP-Link; Massive ID Verification Data Leak; SSA Database Leak Allegations Host Jim Love covers four cybersecurity stories: Cybersecurity Today would like to thank Meter for their support in bringing…
Snyk CEO bails, wants someone with more AI experience to replace him
Skill at buzzword bingo also required as company seeks innovative and disruptive visionary The CEO of code review platform provider Snyk has announced he will stand down so the company can find someone better-equipped to steer the company into the…