Proofpoint, Inc., a global leader in cybersecurity and compliance, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity Group, a prominent pan-European provider of AI-powered Microsoft 365 (M365) security, compliance, and data protection services. This strategic acquisition marks a significant step…
Windows 11, Red Hat Linux, & Oracle VirtualBox Hacked – Pwn2Own Day 1
The first day of Pwn2Own Berlin 2025 wrapped up with a bang, as hackers showcased 11 exploit attempts, including AI-targeted attacks, and walked away with $260,000 in prizes. The Pwn2Own competition, known for pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity, saw successful…
Google to Release Android 16 with Advanced Device-level Security Setting Protection for 3 Billion Devices
Google has announced a significant enhancement to its Advanced Protection Program with the release of Android 16, introducing a robust device-level security setting aimed at safeguarding users against sophisticated cyber threats. Tailored for at-risk individuals such as journalists, elected officials,…
Polymorphic phishing attacks flood inboxes
AI is transforming the phishing threat landscape at a pace many security teams are struggling to match, according to Cofense. In 2024, researchers tracked one malicious email every 42 seconds. Many of the 42-second attacks were part of polymorphic phishing…
[UPDATE] [hoch] DrayTek Vigor: Schwachstelle ermöglicht Codeausführung
Ein entfernter, anonymer Angreifer kann eine Schwachstelle in DrayTek Vigor ausnutzen, um beliebigen Programmcode auszuführen. Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von BSI Warn- und Informationsdienst (WID): Schwachstellen-Informationen (Security Advisories) Lesen Sie den originalen Artikel: [UPDATE] [hoch] DrayTek Vigor: Schwachstelle ermöglicht Codeausführung
The U.S. Copyright Office’s Draft Report on AI Training Errs on Fair Use
< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> Within the next decade, generative AI could join computers and electricity as one of the most transformational technologies in history, with all of the promise and peril that implies. Governments’ responses…
How working in a stressful environment affects cybersecurity
Stressful work environments don’t just erode morale, they can quietly undermine cybersecurity. When employees feel overworked, unsupported, or mistreated, their judgment and decision-making suffer. “From an organizational perspective, a toxic culture often leads to increased errors, missed threats, decreased productivity,…
Cybersecurity Skills Framework connects the dots between IT job roles and the practical skills needed
The Linux Foundation, in collaboration with OpenSSF and Linux Foundation Education, has released the Cybersecurity Skills Framework, a global reference guide that helps organizations identify and address critical cybersecurity competencies across a broad range of IT job families. “Cybersecurity is…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-05-16 06h : 1 posts
1 posts were published in the last hour 3:12 : AI Governance Is Your Competitive Edge If You Treat It That Way
CISA Warns of Google Chromium 0-Day Vulnerability Actively Exploited in the Wild – Patch Now!
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added CVE-2025-4664 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog as the vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild in attacks. This high-severity issue in Google Chromium involves insufficient policy enforcement in the Loader component,…
O que é um ataque cibernético? Tipos e prevenção
A segurança digital se tornou uma prioridade inegociável. Com o avanço da tecnologia, surgem também novas ameaças digitais e uma das mais perigosas é o ataque cibernético. Empresas, governos e até mesmo usuários comuns estão constantemente na mira de criminosos…
New infosec products of the week: May 16, 2025
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Hunted Labs, McAfee, Obsidian Security, PentestPad, Resecurity, and SecuX. Resecurity One simplifies cybersecurity operations Resecurity One provides real-time cyber threat intelligence from multiple sources, enabling…
Auslegungssache 134: Datenschutz im Umbruch?
Im c’t-Datenschutz-Podcast geht es um die geplante Neuausrichtung des Datenschutzes unter der schwarz-roten Koalition. Droht ein Abschied vom föderalen Modell? Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von heise security News Lesen Sie den originalen Artikel: Auslegungssache 134: Datenschutz im Umbruch?
AI Governance Is Your Competitive Edge If You Treat It That Way
For years, we’ve watched technology initiatives stumble not because they failed to innovate, but because they failed to govern. Now, with artificial intelligence reshaping industries at breakneck speed, many organizations are falling into the same trap: rushing ahead with AI…
ISC Stormcast For Friday, May 16th, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9454, (Fri, May 16th)
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, May 16th, 2025…
Andrei Tarasov: Inside the Journey of a Russian Hacker on the FBI’s Most Wanted List
Once a key figure in the Angler exploit kit underworld, Tarasov’s life has unraveled into detention, paranoia, and an unwanted return to the Russia he publicly despised. The post Andrei Tarasov: Inside the Journey of a Russian Hacker on the…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-05-16 00h : 4 posts
4 posts were published in the last hour 22:55 : IT Security News Daily Summary 2025-05-15 22:5 : Windows 10 Users Get 3 More Years of Microsoft 365 Security Updates 22:4 : Nova Scotia Power discloses data breach after March…
IT Security News Daily Summary 2025-05-15
210 posts were published in the last hour 21:32 : Endpoint Security Controls: Designing a Secure Endpoint Architecture, Part 1 20:32 : Detection and Mitigation of Lateral Movement in Cloud Networks 20:7 : Breachforums Boss to Pay $700k in Healthcare…
Is Your Cloud Truly Safe from Invisible Threats?
Why Do Cloud Security Gaps Exist? Can we confidently claim to have sealed all potential breaches? The truth is, despite significant investments in cybersecurity measures, gaps continue to exist. Many professionals overlook the importance of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) management. NHIs,…
How Protected Are Your Automated Systems?
Are Your Machine Identities Safe? Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management present a groundbreaking approach to data security. But what is the reality of your automated systems’ protection? We will explore this question, highlighting the importance of implementing a…
Fostering Innovation with Secure Access Management
How Does Secure Access Management Fuel Innovation? Have you ever pondered the correlation between innovation security and business success? With businesses heavily rely on technology to innovate and drive growth, secure access management has become a crucial element in their…
Building Confidence in Your Cybersecurity Strategy
Why is a Comprehensive Cybersecurity Strategy Essential? A robust cybersecurity strategy is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Whether it is financial services, healthcare, or travel, organizations are making significant shifts to the digital domain. It has become critical…
Commit Stomping
Manipulating Git Histories to Obscure the Truth This article has been indexed from ZephrSec – Adventures In Information Security Read the original article: Commit Stomping
‘Expect Imposters’ Coinbase Tells Customers Whose Information Was Exposed in Data Breach
Instead of paying the $20 million ransom, Coinbase offered the same amount of money for information leading to the attackers. This article has been indexed from Security | TechRepublic Read the original article: ‘Expect Imposters’ Coinbase Tells Customers Whose Information…