Accenture and Google Cloud announced that their strategic alliance is driving client reinvention with Gemini Enterprise agentic AI solutions, building on the successful adoption of Google Cloud technologies for organizations across industries. Accenture is advancing agentic AI with support for…
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OpenVPN redefines secure connectivity with Access Server 3.0
OpenVPN released Access Server 3.0, a major update to its self-hosted business VPN solution that delivers foundational improvements to performance, flexibility, and system integration. While the most visible change is a modernized Admin Web UI, Access Server 3.0 represents far…
Apple offers $2 million for zero-click exploit chains
Apple bug bounty program’s categories are expanding and rewards are rising, and zero-click exploit chains may now earn researchers up to $2 million. “Our bonus system, providing additional rewards for Lockdown Mode bypasses and vulnerabilities discovered in beta software, can…
comforte AG debuts TAMUNIO, its all-in-one shield for data security
comforte AG launched TAMUNIO, a unified data security platform designed to reduce risk, accelerate innovation with cloud and AI, and optimize operational costs for the most demanding enterprises. Built on decades of experience securing mission-critical environments, TAMUNIO integrates the best…
Proof launches Certify, the cryptographic answer to AI-generated fraud
Generative AI is enabling the proliferation of fake documents, images, videos, and data at an unprecedented scale, to the point where it’s indistinguishable from reality. While fake media and misinformation have garnered the most attention, the real danger in AI…
Attackers are exploiting Gladinet CentreStack, Triofox vulnerability with no patch (CVE-2025-11371)
CVE-2025-11371, a unauthenticated Local File Inclusion vulnerability in Gladinet CentreStack and Triofox file-sharing and remote access platforms, is being exploited by attackers in the wild. While Gladinet is aware of the vulnerability and of its active exploitation, a patch is…
October 2025 Patch Tuesday forecast: The end of a decade with Microsoft
A lot of classic software is reaching end-of-life (EOL) this month. Windows 10, Office 2016 and Exchange Server 2016 have survived after nearly a decade of service. Not far behind, after six years in existence, comes the end of Office…
From theory to training: Lessons in making NICE usable
SMBs may not have big budgets, but they are on the receiving end of many cyberattacks. A new study from Cleveland State University looked at how these companies could train staff without getting lost in the thousands of skills and…
Securing agentic AI with intent-based permissions
When seatbelts were first introduced, cars were relatively slow and a seatbelt was enough to keep drivers safe in most accidents. But as vehicles became more powerful, automakers had to add airbags, crumple zones, and (eventually) adaptive driver assistance systems…
Nagios: Open-source monitoring solution
Nagios is an open-source monitoring solution, now included as part of the robust Nagios Core Services Platform (CSP). It delivers end-to-end visibility across the entire IT infrastructure, covering everything from websites and DNS to servers, routers, switches, workstations, and critical…
Your SOC is tired, AI isn’t
Security teams have discussed AI in the SOC for years, but solid evidence of its impact has been limited. A recent benchmark study by Dropzone puts measurable evidence behind the idea, showing that AI agents can help analysts work faster…
New infosec products of the week: October 10, 2025
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Object First, OPSWAT, Radiflow, and Semperis. OPSWAT’s MetaDefender Drive delivers portable, network-free threat scanning Purpose-built for critical infrastructure, MetaDefender Drive with Smart Touch is a…
Legit tools, illicit uses: Velociraptor, Nezha turned against victims
Threat actors are using an increasing variety of commercial and open-source products to carry out their attacks: according to researchers, Velociraptor and Nezha are the latest additions to their attack toolbox. Velociraptor misuse A suspected China-based ransomware threat actor has…
Attackers compromised ALL SonicWall firewall configuration backup files
The attackers who brute-forced their way into SonicWall’s firewall cloud backup service accessed configuration backup files of all customers who have used the service, SonicWall stated on Wednesday, following the conclusion of a Mandiant-supported investigation into the incident. Early reports…
Ready1 for Identity Crisis Management restores operations after identity breaches
Semperis released Ready1 for Identity Crisis Management, which combines its Active Directory Forest Recovery (ADFR), Disaster Recovery for Entra Tenant (DRET), and Identity Forensics and Incident Response (IFIR) services with its enterprise crisis management system, Ready1, to help organizations restore…
Ootbi Mini delivers zero trust, immutable data protection
Object First unveiled Ootbi Mini, a new compact immutable storage appliance designed for remote and branch offices, edge environments, and small businesses to ransomware-proof local Veeam backup data. Ootbi Mini is available in 8, 16, and 24 terabyte (TB) capacities…
CyberFOX DNS Filtering stops threats before they reach networks
CyberFOX launched CyberFOX DNS Filtering, a solution designed to stop threats before they ever reach networks. Built for managed service providers (MSPs) and enterprise IT teams, CyberFOX DNS Filtering combines advanced AI-driven technology with intuitive management to deliver protection without…
Researchers develop AI system to detect scam websites in search results
Scam websites tied to online shopping, pet sales, and other e-commerce schemes continue to cause millions in losses each year. Security tools can accurately detect fraudulent sites once they are found, but identifying new ones remains difficult. To close that…
Turning the human factor into your strongest cybersecurity defense
In this Help Net Security video, Jacob Martens, Field CISO at Upwind Security, explores one of cybersecurity’s most enduring challenges: the human factor behind breaches. Despite advances in technology, most attacks still begin with people, not code. He explains how…
Behind the screens: Building security customers appreciate
In this Help Net Security interview, Jess Vachon, CISO at PRA Group, discusses the company’s multi-layered defense against fraud and its commitment to protecting customer trust. Vachon explains how PRA Group balances identity verification with a seamless customer experience. Vachon…