The U.S. extends CVE program funding hours before expiration, averting a crisis and prompting moves toward a more sustainable, community-led future. The post Funding Crisis Averted: US Extends CVE Program Support Amid Outcry and Rising Concerns appeared first on eSecurity…
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CISA Faces Massive Cuts, Sparking Security Fears and Political Blowback
Massive layoffs loom at CISA, with 40% of staff at risk. Critics warn the cuts could cripple U.S. cyber defenses and threaten national security. The post CISA Faces Massive Cuts, Sparking Security Fears and Political Blowback appeared first on eSecurity…
USPS Warns Public About Rising Mail, Email Scams—How to Spot and Avoid Them
Discover how evolving USPS mail scams highlight growing cybersecurity risks. Learn how phishing, smishing, and brushing attacks threaten your personal data. The post USPS Warns Public About Rising Mail, Email Scams—How to Spot and Avoid Them appeared first on eSecurity…
ToddyCat Hackers Exploit ESET Flaw to Launch Stealthy TCESB Attack
ToddyCat hackers exploit ESET flaw (CVE-2024-11859) to deploy stealthy TCESB malware using DLL hijacking and a vulnerable Dell driver. The post ToddyCat Hackers Exploit ESET Flaw to Launch Stealthy TCESB Attack appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been…
Xanthorox AI: A New Breed of Malicious AI Threat Hits the Darknet
Xanthorox AI, a darknet-exclusive tool, uses five custom models to launch advanced, autonomous cyberattacks, ushering in a new AI threat era. The post Xanthorox AI: A New Breed of Malicious AI Threat Hits the Darknet appeared first on eSecurity Planet.…
EU Pumps €1.3 Billion into Cybersecurity, AI, and Digital Skills to Fortify Europe’s Tech Future
The European Commission is making a massive €1.3 billion ($1.4 billion) bet on Europe’s digital future, with a strong focus on shoring up cybersecurity defenses, boosting artificial intelligence, and closing the digital skills gap. The funding, part of the Digital…
8 Best Application Firewall (WAF) Solutions in 2025
Find the best Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions to protect your apps. Compare top vendors, features, and deployment options. The post 8 Best Application Firewall (WAF) Solutions in 2025 appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed from…
Hacker Leaks 270,000 Samsung Customer Records—Stolen Credentials Were Left Unchecked for Years
In a troubling security breach, a hacker exposed the personal data of over 270,000 Samsung customers in Germany, freely dumping it on the internet. The hack, attributed to a cybercriminal operating under the alias “GHNA,” occurred when the attacker accessed…
Scammers Target Netflix Users: Expert Issues Urgent Warning
Streaming giant Netflix is at the center of a rising wave of online scams, cybersecurity experts warn. Fraudsters use increasingly sophisticated tactics — from fake texts to deceptive emails and websites — to steal Netflix users’ personal and financial information.…
9 Best DDoS Protection Service Providers in 2025
DDoS protection service providers can detect the early stages of an attack. Compare best DDoS vendors for your network’s needs. The post 9 Best DDoS Protection Service Providers in 2025 appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed…
Tax Season = Prime Time for Scammers — Here’s How to Stay Safe
Tax season has arrived — and so have the scammers. As W-2 forms pile up and calculators come out, scammers start circling like sharks in shallow water. From bogus IRS messages to sneaky links designed to swipe your refund (and…
Fortinet vs Palo Alto NGFWs 2025: Comparison Guide
Compare Fortinet and Palo Alto next-generation firewalls to discover which is best for your organization today. The post Fortinet vs Palo Alto NGFWs 2025: Comparison Guide appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed from eSecurity Planet Read…
New ‘Lucid’ Phishing Platform Abuses iMessage, Android RCS to Slip Past Defenses
A sophisticated cybercrime service known as “Lucid” is exploiting vulnerabilities in Apple’s iMessage and Android’s Rich Communication Services (RCS), allowing cyberthieves to conduct large-scale phishing attacks with alarming success. Operated by Chinese-speaking threat actors, this Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) platform enables scammers…
Don’t Respond to Ransomware Attackers With AI, Experts Say
It can be tempting to turn to ChatGPT when you’re panicking, but the best thing to do is to respond as a human. The post Don’t Respond to Ransomware Attackers With AI, Experts Say appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This…
Fortifying Cybersecurity: Agentic Solutions by Microsoft and Partners
Microsoft’s new agentic security solutions, paired with five partner innovations, are here to revolutionize cyber defense with AI-first precision. The post Fortifying Cybersecurity: Agentic Solutions by Microsoft and Partners appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed from…
Massive Oracle Cloud Breach: 6M Records Exposed, 140k+ Tenants Risked
Oracle Cloud breach exposed 6M records from 140k+ tenants. Learn how attackers exploited vulnerabilities and steps organizations must take to secure data. The post Massive Oracle Cloud Breach: 6M Records Exposed, 140k+ Tenants Risked appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This…
Top 20 Cybersecurity Companies You Need to Know in 2025
The cybersecurity industry is constantly evolving. Learn about the top cybersecurity companies and what each does best. The post Top 20 Cybersecurity Companies You Need to Know in 2025 appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed from…
Infostealers Fuel 2.1B Credentials and 23M Host Infections
Cybercrime surged with a 33% spike in credential theft and 200 million credentials stolen in early 2025, signaling a daunting threat landscape for organizations. The post Infostealers Fuel 2.1B Credentials and 23M Host Infections appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This…
TotalAV vs Surfshark VPN: Features Comparison Guide
When comparing VPN software, consider server locations, ease of use, device compatibility, and more. Check out our TotalAV vs Surfshark guide here. The post TotalAV vs Surfshark VPN: Features Comparison Guide appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been…
Alphabet’s $32B Wiz Acquisition Boosts Cloud Security
Alphabet acquires cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32B to enhance cloud security. The move strengthens Alphabet’s position in the competitive cloud market. The post Alphabet’s $32B Wiz Acquisition Boosts Cloud Security appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed…