The push toward thinner smartphones and lightweight laptops has transformed device design over the last decade. While manufacturers have succeeded in reducing size and weight, the transformation has often come at the cost of connectivity. Many modern devices now…
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Play Gang Claims Responsibility for MyPillow Hack, Company CEO Denies the Breach
The US military has always known that threat actors could use location data to spy on troops’ devices. The military also knows the easy solutions for the problem. But the Pentagon implemented none of these security measures. Recently, CySecurity reported…
Nutanix CEO Says Cloud Providers Are Gaining an Edge as Hardware Costs Touch Great Heights
Large cloud operators may be becoming a more attractive option for organizations seeking new infrastructure, according to Nutanix CEO Rajiv Ramaswami, who argues that hyperscale providers can often secure servers and components faster than traditional enterprise buyers. Speaking about…
Linux Systems Exposed as Public Exploits Target One-Character Kernel Flaw
Several researchers have recently published fully functional exploit code demonstrating reliable privilege escalation from an unprivileged local account to root access following the discovery of a newly disclosed Linux kernel vulnerability. As CVE-2026-23111 has been assigned, the vulnerability can…
Experts Reveal the DDoS Under Ground Market
Attack tactic What happens in a typical Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attack. A website that suddenly stops? Time out of a login page? Not being able to reach an online service when you need it the most? These causes are not…
Citizens Bank, Stanford Warn Against Sharing Financial Data With AI
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming part of everyday financial decision-making, but experts are warning Americans to be careful about what they share with it. Citizens Bank has stressed that AI can be helpful, yet it also brings serious privacy…
University of Toronto Researchers Demonstrate Autonomous AI Worm That Adapts, Exploits, and Self-Replicates Without Human Control
kResearchers from the University of Toronto have developed and tested a proof-of-concept artificial intelligence-powered computer worm capable of independently navigating networks, identifying vulnerabilities, creating customized attack plans, and replicating itself without human assistance. Notably, the system operates using a…
CBSE Revaluation Portal Hit by Cyberattack, Payment Gateway Glitch Affects Students
A breach has surfaced within CBSE’s digital infrastructure, casting doubt on transaction reliability during revaluation requests. Officials confirm unusual activity emerged just hours after launch of the updated platform. Instead of standard fees, some users saw inflated amounts appear…
Meta Rolls Out Paid Plans for Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp
Meta has announced a wide expansion of its subscription business, introducing new paid plans for Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp users while preparing additional premium offerings aimed at artificial intelligence users, content creators, and businesses. The move reflects the company’s…
Critical 7-Zip Vulnerability Exposes Millions of Systems to Potential Malware Attacks
A fresh disclosure highlights a security weakness in the popular 7-Zip tool, stirring unease within cyber defense circles due to its potential misuse for spreading harmful software. Though limited to outdated builds of this open compression program, the flaw…
Ad Tracking Puts US Troops at Risk on the Battlefield
The ad-tracking industry is facing fresh scrutiny after reports said commercial location data has been used to expose US soldiers in active war zones. US Central Command reportedly confirmed that it has received multiple threat reports about adversaries exploiting…
Gogs Zero-Day Vulnerability Raises Alarm Over Server Security
Researchers have discovered a zero-day vulnerability in Gogs, the widely used self-hosted Git repository management platform, that may allow authenticated users to escalate their privileges on vulnerable servers by leveraging this vulnerability to execute remote code. In addition to…
WhatsApp to Roll Out Username Feature, No Mobile Number Required
WhatsApp will launch a new feature where users can opt for usernames and connect with others without putting mobile numbers. The feature is similar to the famous messaging app Telegram and also Instagram. The new update will allow users to…
Signal and Other Firms Oppose Canada’s Proposed Surveillance Law
A developing number of technology companies are raising concerns over Canada’s proposed lawful access legislation, arguing that some provisions could force them to choose between complying with government requirements and maintaining the privacy standards promised to users. The debate…
Fraudsters Exploit Hotel Reservation Records to Deceive Travelers
For years, phishing campaigns have relied on urgency, deception, and impersonation to lure victims into surrendering sensitive information. A newly observed threat, however, demonstrates how cybercriminals are increasingly enhancing those tactics with stolen or exposed real-world data. Security researchers…
Deno Releases Open-Source Firewall to Limit AI Agent Access to Sensitive Data
Deno has introduced an open-source security framework called Claw Patrol, a tool designed to help organizations control how AI agents interact with databases, business applications, cloud services, and other external systems. The release comes as companies increasingly deploy AI agents…
School Buses Could Become Surveillance Vehicles for Government in The US
In the US, school buses may soon become surveillance vehicles, according to 404 media’s report. A review of leaked documents revealed plans to deploy buses with automatic license plate readers (ALPR). The data will be allegedly given to government agencies.…
AI Era Ignites Bug-Hunting Arms Race as Exploits Accelerate Faster Than Patches
The AI era has triggered a new cybersecurity arms race in which attackers and defenders are both using machine learning to find and exploit software vulnerabilities faster than ever. According to security experts, attackers are ramping up AI-powered exploit…
Americans Back Surveillance Pricing Ban Amid Growing Privacy and Consumer Cost Concerns
Ahead of schedule, more people in the U.S. resist price tracking based on private information – details like where they shop, what they buy, or how often they spend. Because companies gather these patterns, each customer might face different…
Hackers Exploit FortiClient EMS Flaw to Deploy EKZ Credential-Stealing Malware
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered active attacks exploiting a critical vulnerability in FortiClient Enterprise Management Server (EMS) to distribute a previously undocumented credential-stealing malware known as EKZ Infostealer. The attacks leverage CVE-2026-35616, an authentication bypass flaw in FortiClient EMS that…