Tips on what to do if you find a mop of squid eggs. As usual, you can also use this squid post to talk about the security stories in the news that I haven’t covered. Blog moderation policy. This article…
The Untold Costs of Automation: Are We Sacrificing Security for Speed?
Are we getting too aggressive with speed and efficiency in automation, losing the battle to security? If security isn’t prioritized, automation can accelerate risks as quickly as it accelerates processes, leading to severe consequences. A study conducted on the IBM…
Week in Review: Qilin adds lawyers, Iranian spearphishing campaign, Microsoft Direct Send hack
Link to episode page This week’s Cyber Security Headlines – Week in Review is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with guest Bil Harmer, operating partner and CISO, Craft Ventures. Check out Bil’s page, KillSwitchAdvisory. Thanks to our show sponsor, ThreatLocker Alert…
Threat Actors Use Clickfix Tactics to Deploy Malicious AppleScripts for Stealing Login Credentials
In a recent discovery by the CYFIRMA research team, a sophisticated malware campaign dubbed Odyssey Stealer has been uncovered, targeting macOS users through a deceptive method known as Clickfix tactics. This campaign leverages typosquatted domains malicious websites mimicking legitimate ones…
Cloudflare blocks largest DDoS attack – here’s how to protect yourself
But, even bigger attacks are on their way. Here’s what you can do to slow them down and hopefully stop them in their tracks. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article:…
Prolific cybercrime gang now targeting airlines and the transportation sector
The fresh wave of attacks targeting airlines comes soon after the hackers hit the U.K. retail sector and the insurance industry. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read the original article: Prolific cybercrime gang now targeting…
Taking over millions of developers exploiting an Open VSX Registry flaw
A critical flaw in Open VSX Registry could let attackers hijack the VS Code extension hub, exposing millions of developers to supply chain attacks. Cybersecurity researchers at Koi Security discovered a critical vulnerability in the Open VSX Registry (open-vsx.org) that…
Red Hat Advanced Cluster Security 4.8 simplifies management, enhances workflows and offers deeper external IP visibility
Security continues to be a top priority for organizations managing Kubernetes clusters. Red Hat has made significant strides for improved security for containers with its latest release of Red Hat Advanced Cluster Security 4.8. This release focuses on simplifying management,…
Unveiling RIFT: Enhancing Rust malware analysis through pattern matching
Threat actors are adopting Rust for malware development. RIFT, an open-source tool, helps reverse engineers analyze Rust malware, solving challenges in the security industry. The post Unveiling RIFT: Enhancing Rust malware analysis through pattern matching appeared first on Microsoft Security…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-06-27 21h : 4 posts
4 posts were published in the last hour 18:34 : Anthropic has a plan to combat AI-triggered job losses predicted by its CEO 18:34 : From Packets to Protection: How Network Observability Powers Security and Forensics 18:7 : How Anthropic’s…
How runtime attacks turn profitable AI into budget black holes
AI inference attacks drain enterprise budgets, derail regulatory compliance and destroy new AI deployment ROI. This article has been indexed from Security News | VentureBeat Read the original article: How runtime attacks turn profitable AI into budget black holes
ESET Threat Report H1 2025
A view of the H1 2025 threat landscape as seen by ESET telemetry and from the perspective of ESET threat detection and research experts This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: ESET Threat Report H1 2025
25 Best Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP) in 2025
Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) are specialized companies that deliver outsourced cybersecurity services to protect businesses from evolving cyber threats. These providers offer a range of services, including 24/7 threat monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance support. MSSPs help…
Exploitation of Microsoft 365 Direct Send to Deliver Phishing Emails as Internal Users
A sophisticated phishing campaign targeting over 70 organizations, predominantly in the US, has been uncovered by Varonis’ Managed Data Detection and Response (MDDR) Forensics team. This campaign, active since May 2025, exploits a lesser-known feature of Microsoft 365 called Direct…
Threat Actors Leverage Windows Task Scheduler to Embed Malware and Maintain Persistence
A comprehensive follow-up analysis to the FortiGuard Incident Response Team’s (FGIR) investigation titled “Intrusion into Middle East Critical National Infrastructure” has revealed a protracted cyberattack that targeted critical national infrastructure (CNI) in the Middle East. This is a startling revelation.…
What is phishing? Understanding enterprise phishing threats
Phishing is a fraudulent practice in which an attacker masquerades as a reputable entity or person to trick users into revealing sensitive information. This article has been indexed from Security Resources and Information from TechTarget Read the original article: What…
Can AI run a physical shop? Anthropic’s Claude tried and the results were gloriously, hilariously bad
Anthropic’s AI assistant Claude ran a vending machine business for a month, selling tungsten cubes at a loss, giving endless discounts, and experiencing an identity crisis where it claimed to wear a blazer. This article has been indexed from Security…
AI-fueled fake IDs and identity theft: What you need to know
Identity theft happens every 22 seconds in the U.S. and now, artificial intelligence is making it easier for scammers. What used to be rough Photoshop jobs has evolved into slick, AI-generated IDs that can trick high-end security systems. These fakes…
Troubleshooting SCIM Provisioning Issues: Your Complete Debug Guide
When SCIM provisioning problems occur in production, you’re often working with enterprise customer IT teams to diagnose and resolve the issues. Having a good process for this collaboration can make the difference between a quick resolution and days of back-and-forth…
Anthropic has a plan to combat AI-triggered job losses predicted by its CEO
The program, which includes research grants and public forums, follows its dire predictions about widespread job losses induced by AI. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: Anthropic has a plan…
From Packets to Protection: How Network Observability Powers Security and Forensics
In cybersecurity, the old maxim “you can’t secure what you can’t see” serves as one of the primary guiding principles. As enterprise networks grow increasingly distributed and complex across on-premises data centers, private clouds, and diverse public cloud environments, traditional…
How Anthropic’s new initiative will prepare for AI’s looming economic impact
The program, which includes research grants and public forums, follows the company CEO’s dire predictions about widespread AI-induced job loss. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: How Anthropic’s new initiative…
The Early Stage Growth Trap: How Smart Startups Escape the Marketing Catch-22
Early stage startups face a brutal dilemma: you need marketing expertise and budget to grow, but lack both. Discover how programmatic SEO breaks this cycle by automating top-of-funnel growth and building long-term SEO authority for B2B SaaS companies. The post…
How to build a cybersecurity RFP
Crafting a cybersecurity RFP requires clear goals, precise questions and vendor vetting. Follow these guidelines to streamline the process and meet your company’s security needs. This article has been indexed from Security Resources and Information from TechTarget Read the original…
How to turn on Android’s Private DNS mode – and why turning it off is a big mistake
Unencrypted DNS requests can reveal your browsing habits, but Android’s Private DNS Mode helps keep that info hidden. Here’s how to turn it on. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article:…
How to turn off ACR on your TV (and why it make such a big difference)
Smarter TV operating systems make things more convenient – but they also come with new privacy risks, especially when it comes to automatic content recognition (ACR). This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the…
Cisco punts network-security integration as key for agentic AI
Getting it in might mean re-racking the entire datacenter and rebuilding the network, though Cisco is talking up the integration of security into network infrastructure such as its latest Catalyst switches, claiming this is vital to AI applications, and in…