For years, some Mac users believed their devices were largely insulated from the malware plaguing Windows environments. That perception is rapidly eroding. Flare researchers found a growing underground economy is now centered on macOS Infostealers — malware designed to extract browser credentials, Apple Keychain data, and cryptocurrency wallet seed phrases at scale. “I remember that…
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Apple Patches Actively Exploited Zero-Day Flaw
Apple is urging users to update immediately after patching a zero-day vulnerability that was exploited in what it described as “extremely sophisticated” attacks against specific individuals. The flaw, which impacts multiple Apple operating systems, allowed attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable devices. “An attacker with memory write capability may be able to execute arbitrary…
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Windows Notepad Markdown feature opens door to RCE (CVE-2026-20841)
Among the many security fixes released by Microsoft on February 2026 Patch Tuesday is one for CVE-2026-20841, a command injection vulnerability in Notepad that could be exploited by attackers to achieve remote code execution on targets’ Windows system. About CVE-2026-20841 For many, many years, Windows Notepad was a simple text editor and a staple tool…
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1Password open sources a benchmark to stop AI agents from leaking credentials
Research has shown that some AI models can identify phishing websites with near-perfect accuracy when asked. When those same models are used as autonomous agents with access to tools like email, web browsers, and password vaults, they can still carry out the scam. That gap is the focus of a new open source benchmark from…
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Viral AI Caricatures Highlight Shadow AI Dangers
A viral Instagram and LinkedIn trend is turning harmless fun into a potential security headache. Millions of users are prompting ChatGPT to “create a caricature of me and my job based on everything you know about me,” then posting the results publicly — inadvertently signaling how they use AI at work and what access they…
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Apple fixes zero-day flaw exploited in targeted attacks (CVE-2026-20700)
Apple has released fixes for a zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2026-20700) exploited in targeted attacks last year. CVE-2026-20700 is a memory corruption issue in dyld, the Dynamic Link Editor component of Apple’s operating systems, and may allow attackers with memory write capability to execute arbitrary code. “Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have…
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Microsoft Store updated with a new CLI, analytics, and Web Installer improvements
Microsoft has introduced new developer tools, updates to developer analytics, and a Web Installer in the Microsoft Store on Windows to help developers build and scale apps on the platform. “The Microsoft Store on Windows continues to evolve, shaped by ongoing feedback from developers building and scaling apps on the platform. Over the past months,…
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OpenVPN releases version 2.7.0 with expanded protocol and platform updates
OpenVPN version 2.7.0 is now available. The update advances support for multi-address server configurations and updates client functionality across operating systems. The release includes enhancements in data channel handling and support for evolving kernel and cryptographic components. Server enhancements Version 2.7.0 adds multi-socket support for server instances. This allows servers to manage multiple addresses, ports,…
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When security decisions come too late, and attackers know it
In this Help Net Security, Chris O’Ferrell, CEO at CodeHunter, talks about why malware keeps succeeding, where attackers insert malicious code in the SDLC, and how CI/CD pipelines can become a quiet entry point. He also breaks down the difference between behavioral detection and behavioral intent analysis, and why explainable results matter for security teams.…
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OpenClaw Scanner: Open-source tool detects autonomous AI agents
A new free, open source tool is available to help organizations detect where autonomous AI agents are operating across corporate environments. The OpenClaw Scanner identifies instances of OpenClaw, an autonomous AI assistant also known as MoltBot, that can execute tasks, access local files, and authenticate to internal systems without centralized oversight. OpenClaw gained usage in…
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Picking an AI red teaming vendor is getting harder
Vendor noise is already a problem in traditional security testing. AI red teaming has added another layer of confusion, with providers offering everything from consulting engagements to automated testing platforms. Many buyers still struggle to tell whether a vendor can test real-world AI system behavior or only run a packaged set of jailbreak prompts. This…
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Cloud teams are hitting maturity walls in governance, security, and AI use
Enterprise cloud programs have reached a point where most foundational services are already in place, and the daily work now centers on governance, security enforcement, and managing sprawl across environments. Hybrid and multi-cloud architectures have become routine in large organizations, bringing new operational pressures around consistency and control. A new survey of cloud architects and…
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Java security work is becoming a daily operational burden
Security teams in large enterprises already spend significant time tracking vulnerabilities across software supply chains, third-party libraries, and internal codebases. Java environments add another layer of exposure because so many mission-critical systems still run on the JVM. A 2026 Azul survey of more than 2,000 Java professionals found that 64% said more than half of…
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CVE-2026-25646: Legacy Libpng Flaw Poses RCE Risk
A decades-old libpng flaw exposes widely used systems to denial-of-service and potential code execution via crafted PNG files.
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CVE-2026-21514: Actively Exploited Word Flaw Evades OLE Security
Microsoft patched an actively exploited Word flaw that bypasses OLE protections and executes malicious documents without standard warnings.
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White House Draft Executive Order Signals Broader Federal Push on Quantum Strategy
A draft executive order would coordinate federal quantum strategy and accelerate modernization efforts.
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Windows Notepad RCE Flaw Exploits Markdown Files
Microsoft has patched a vulnerability in the modern Windows Notepad app that could allow remote code execution if a user opens a specially crafted Markdown file. The issue carries a CVSS score of 8.8 and requires user interaction to exploit. The vulnerability “… allows an unauthorized attacker to execute code over a network,” said Microsoft…
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Ivanti EPMM exploitation: Researchers warn of “sleeper” webshells
A massive wave of exploitation attempts has followed the disclosure of CVE-2026-1281, a critical pre-authentication Ivanti EPMM vulnerability, the Shadowserver Foundation has warned. Some of it is automated scanning for vulnerable systems, but according to Greynoise and Defused, a suspected initial access broker has been prepping unpatched instances with a “sleeper” webshell for follow-on exploitation…
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Microsoft begins Secure Boot certificate update for Windows devices
Microsoft has begun updating Secure Boot certificates originally issued in 2011 to ensure that Windows devices continue to verify boot software as older certificates reach the end of their lifecycle and begin expiring in June 2026. How Secure Boot certificate updates work For most individuals and businesses that allow Microsoft to manage updates, the new…
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Windows Patch Fixes Exploited RasMan DoS Flaw
Microsoft has patched a vulnerability in the Windows Remote Access Connection Manager (RasMan) service that was being exploited to trigger denial-of-service (DoS) conditions on unpatched systems. If exploited, the flaw can cause the remote access service to crash, potentially interrupting VPN connectivity and affecting remote access for users and administrators. The vulnerability “… allows an…
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Microsoft Patch Tuesday: 6 exploited zero-days fixed in February 2026
Microsoft has plugged 50+ security holes on February 2026 Patch Tuesday, including six zero-day vulnerabilities exploited by attackers in the wild. The “security feature bypass” zero-days Among the zero-days fixed are three vulnerabilities that allow attackers to bypass a security feature. CVE-2026-21513 affects the MSHTML/Trident browser engine for the Microsoft Windows version of Internet Explorer,…
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That “summarize with AI” button might be manipulating you
Microsoft security researchers discovered a growing trend of AI memory poisoning attacks used for promotional purposes, referred to as AI Recommendation Poisoning. The MITRE ATLAS knowledge base classifies this behavior as AML.T0080: Memory Poisoning. The activity focuses on shaping future recommendations by inserting prompts that cause an assistant to treat specific companies, websites, or services…
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Google Search introduces new ways to remove sensitive personal information and explicit images
Google expanded its “Results about you” tool to give users more control over sensitive personal information and added a way to request removal of non-consensual explicit images from Search. Manage and limit sensitive personal information in Search Users can request the removal of Search results that contain sensitive personal information, such as driver’s license numbers,…
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Yubico previews passkey-enabled digital signatures in upcoming YubiKey 5.8 firmware
Yubico’s upcoming YubiKey 5.8 firmware introduces standardized APIs that integrate hardware-backed signatures with passkey authentication. To enable privacy-capable digital signatures using passkeys, expanded enterprise IdP support, and next-generation digital wallet use cases, the firmware adds support for FIDO CTAP 2.3 and preview WebAuthn signing extensions. “The adoption of CTAP 2.3, together with enhancements such as…
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Groupe Rocher CISO on strengthening a modern retail cybersecurity strategy
Global retail and beauty brands manage a unique cybersecurity balancing act. They depend on consumer trust, massive volumes of personal data, and a sprawling network of vendors, while also managing thousands of physical locations and dynamic digital growth. In this Help Net Security interview, Jérôme Etienne, Group CISO, Groupe Rocher shares practical insights on closing…
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Zen-AI-Pentest: Open-source AI-powered penetration testing framework
Zen-AI-Pentest provides an open-source framework for scanning and exercising systems using a combination of autonomous agents and standard security utilities. The project aims to let users run an orchestrated sequence of reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, exploitation, and reporting using AI guidance and industry tools like Nmap and Metasploit. It is written to support command line, API,…
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Product showcase: PCAPdroid analyzes Android app network activity
PCAPdroid is a free, open-source Android app that allows inspection of network traffic. Installation is straightforward and does not require creating an account. To begin capturing traffic, a VPN request must be accepted, which allows the app to monitor network activity. Once permission is granted, tapping the play button starts PCAPdroid, which then runs in…
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Security teams are paying for sprawl in more ways than one
Most enterprises run security programs across sprawling environments that include mobile devices, SaaS applications, cloud infrastructure, and telecom networks. Spend control in these areas often sits outside the security organization, even when the operational consequences land directly on security teams. Tangoe’s 2026 Trends & Savings Recommendations Report connects these cost domains to recurring governance failures…
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FortiOS Authentication Bypass Exposes VPN and SSO Deployments
Fortinet has disclosed an authentication bypass vulnerability in FortiOS. Under certain configurations, the flaw could allow attackers to bypass LDAP-based authentication controls and gain unauthorized access to protected enterprise networks. The vulnerability “… may allow an unauthenticated attacker to bypass LDAP authentication of Agentless VPN or FSSO policy, under specific LDAP server configuration,” said Fortinet…
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FortiSandbox XSS Vulnerability Allows Remote Command Execution
Fortinet has disclosed a vulnerability in its FortiSandbox platform that could allow unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands. The issue involves a cross-site scripting (XSS) flaw in the FortiSandbox web interface that may lead to elevated access if exploited. The vulnerability “… may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute commands via crafted requests,” said Fortinet…
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Picus Red Report 2026 Shows Attackers Favor Stealth Over Disruption
Cyber attackers are quietly changing how they operate — and the latest Picus Red Report shows that disruption is no longer the goal. Rather than encrypting systems or triggering immediate disruption, Picus Security found that adversaries are prioritizing stealth, persistence, and long-term access within enterprise environments. “The 2026 Red Report confirms that the era of…
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Bing Ads Abused to Deliver Azure-Hosted Tech Support Scams
A recently identified scam campaign is using Bing search advertisements and Microsoft Azure infrastructure to redirect users to fraudulent tech support pages, demonstrating how legitimate platforms can be misused for social engineering activity. “The tech support scam campaign had a significant initial impact, affecting users across 48 different organizations in the U.S. within a short…
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Singapore telcos breached in China-linked cyber espionage campaign
Singapore’s four major telecommunications companies were hit by a coordinated cyber espionage campaign last year, the country’s Cyber Security Agency (CSA) has revealed. An advanced persistent threat group known as UNC3886 has probed deep into the networks of M1, SIMBA Telecom, Singtel, and StarHub, spurring Singapore’s security agencies to mount a large cyber defence operation.…
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Microsoft tightens Windows security with app transparency and user consent
Microsoft is strengthening default protections in Windows through two security initiatives, Windows Baseline Security Mode and User Transparency and Consent. User Transparency and Consent User Transparency and Consent introduces a structured approach to how Windows presents security decisions to users. The operating system will prompt users when applications request access to sensitive resources such as…
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Trojanized 7-Zip downloads turn home computers into proxy nodes
A trojanized version of the popular 7-Zip software is quietly turning home computers into residential proxy nodes, Malwarebytes warns. Spurred by a Reddit post in which a user complained about getting infected with malware after downloading 7-Zip from 7zip[.]com instead of the legitimate 7-zip.org, Malwarebytes researchers looked into the matter and found that the malicious…
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Unpatched SolarWinds WHD instances under active attack
Internet‑exposed and vulnerable SolarWinds Web Help Desk (WHD) instances are under attack by threat actors looking to gain an initial foothold into target organizations’ networks, Microsoft and Huntress researchers have warned. Once inside, the attackers are deploying legitimate remote access and digital forensics and incident response tools, using living-off-the-land techniques, setting up a reverse SSH…
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DuckDuckGo enables AI voice chat without saving voice data
DuckDuckGo has added voice chat to Duck.ai, allowing users to speak to an AI assistant while keeping audio private, unrecorded, and excluded from AI training. Voice chat is available in the DuckDuckGo browser and most third-party browsers, with support for Mozilla listed as coming soon. According to the company’s help page, “DuckDuckGo limits access to…
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How AI is reshaping attack path analysis
Cybersecurity teams are overwhelmed with data and short on clarity, while adversaries use AI to move faster and operate at unprecedented scale. Most organizations collect enormous volumes of findings: vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, penetration test results, detection gaps, threat intelligence, and control assessments. Individually, these data points may be accurate, but they don’t always reflect the big…
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Face scans and ID checks are coming to Discord
Discord users will soon see a change to how their accounts work. From early March 2026, access to some features will require age verification using an ID or a face scan. The changes follow earlier deployments in a small number of countries and will apply to both new and existing accounts. Under the updated model,…
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What happens when cybersecurity knowledge walks out the door
In this Help Net Security interview, Andrew Northern, Principal Security Researcher at Censys, explains why mentorship matters and what organizations risk losing when senior staff disengage. He argues that institutional memory and judgment under pressure are difficult to rebuild once they disappear. Northern also pushes back on the idea that mentoring makes someone replaceable, saying…
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AI-driven scams are eroding trust in calls, messages, and meetings
In this Help Net Security video, Miguel Fornés, Governance and Compliance Manager at Surfshark, discusses how AI is changing social engineering attacks. He describes how tasks that once took weeks, such as research and targeting, are now automated and cheap. This shift has lowered the skills and cost needed to run scams and phishing campaigns.…
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Cybersecurity jobs available right now: February 10, 2026
Cloud Security Engineer KPMG | Israel | On-site – View job details As a Cloud Security Engineer, you will establish, secure, and support critical Azure cloud infrastructure, with a strong focus on sensitive and regulated environments. You will design and implement secure cloud architectures using infrastructure-as-code practices, maintain and operate cloud systems and servers, and…
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European Commission Hit by Mobile Management Data Breach
European Union officials are investigating a cybersecurity incident after attackers breached systems used to manage staff mobile devices, potentially exposing limited personal data. The European Commission said it detected a cyberattack on its central mobile device management infrastructure and moved quickly to contain it. “The EU commission did well to clean systems swiftly and ensure…
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European Commission Hit by Mobile Management Data Breach
European Union officials are investigating a cybersecurity incident after attackers breached systems used to manage staff mobile devices, potentially exposing limited personal data. The European Commission said it detected a cyberattack on its central mobile device management infrastructure and moved quickly to contain it. “The EU commission did well to clean systems swiftly and ensure…
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European Commission Hit by Mobile Management Data Breach
European Union officials are investigating a cybersecurity incident after attackers breached systems used to manage staff mobile devices, potentially exposing limited personal data. The European Commission said it detected a cyberattack on its central mobile device management infrastructure and moved quickly to contain it. “The EU commission did well to clean systems swiftly and ensure…
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European Commission Hit by Mobile Management Data Breach
European Union officials are investigating a cybersecurity incident after attackers breached systems used to manage staff mobile devices, potentially exposing limited personal data. The European Commission said it detected a cyberattack on its central mobile device management infrastructure and moved quickly to contain it. “The EU commission did well to clean systems swiftly and ensure…
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European Commission Hit by Mobile Management Data Breach
European Union officials are investigating a cybersecurity incident after attackers breached systems used to manage staff mobile devices, potentially exposing limited personal data. The European Commission said it detected a cyberattack on its central mobile device management infrastructure and moved quickly to contain it. “The EU commission did well to clean systems swiftly and ensure…
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European Commission Hit by Mobile Management Data Breach
European Union officials are investigating a cybersecurity incident after attackers breached systems used to manage staff mobile devices, potentially exposing limited personal data. The European Commission said it detected a cyberattack on its central mobile device management infrastructure and moved quickly to contain it. “The EU commission did well to clean systems swiftly and ensure…
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10K Claude Desktop Users Exposed by Zero-Click Vulnerability
A newly disclosed flaw in Anthropic’s Claude Desktop Extensions shows how a routine productivity feature can enable zero-click system compromise. LayerX researchers found that a single malicious Google Calendar event can trigger remote code execution on Claude Desktop systems, enabling silent takeover at scale. “If exploited by a bad actor, even a benign prompt (“take…
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10K Claude Desktop Users Exposed by Zero-Click Vulnerability
A newly disclosed flaw in Anthropic’s Claude Desktop Extensions shows how a routine productivity feature can enable zero-click system compromise. LayerX researchers found that a single malicious Google Calendar event can trigger remote code execution on Claude Desktop systems, enabling silent takeover at scale. “If exploited by a bad actor, even a benign prompt (“take…
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10K Claude Desktop Users Exposed by Zero-Click Vulnerability
A newly disclosed flaw in Anthropic’s Claude Desktop Extensions shows how a routine productivity feature can enable zero-click system compromise. LayerX researchers found that a single malicious Google Calendar event can trigger remote code execution on Claude Desktop systems, enabling silent takeover at scale. “If exploited by a bad actor, even a benign prompt (“take…
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10K Claude Desktop Users Exposed by Zero-Click Vulnerability
A newly disclosed flaw in Anthropic’s Claude Desktop Extensions shows how a routine productivity feature can enable zero-click system compromise. LayerX researchers found that a single malicious Google Calendar event can trigger remote code execution on Claude Desktop systems, enabling silent takeover at scale. “If exploited by a bad actor, even a benign prompt (“take…
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10K Claude Desktop Users Exposed by Zero-Click Vulnerability
A newly disclosed flaw in Anthropic’s Claude Desktop Extensions shows how a routine productivity feature can enable zero-click system compromise. LayerX researchers found that a single malicious Google Calendar event can trigger remote code execution on Claude Desktop systems, enabling silent takeover at scale. “If exploited by a bad actor, even a benign prompt (“take…
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10K Claude Desktop Users Exposed by Zero-Click Vulnerability
A newly disclosed flaw in Anthropic’s Claude Desktop Extensions shows how a routine productivity feature can enable zero-click system compromise. LayerX researchers found that a single malicious Google Calendar event can trigger remote code execution on Claude Desktop systems, enabling silent takeover at scale. “If exploited by a bad actor, even a benign prompt (“take…
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Ransomware group breached SmarterTools via flaw in its SmarterMail deployment
SmarterTools, the company behind the popular Microsoft Exchange alternative SmarterMail, has been breached by a ransomware-wielding group that leveraged a recently fixed vulnerability in that solution. How did the SmarterTools breach happen? Derek Curtis, the firm’s Chief Operating Officer, said that the breach happened on January 29, 2026. “Prior to the breach, we had approximately…
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Ransomware group breached SmarterTools via flaw in its SmarterMail deployment
SmarterTools, the company behind the popular Microsoft Exchange alternative SmarterMail, has been breached by a ransomware-wielding group that leveraged a recently fixed vulnerability in that solution. How did the SmarterTools breach happen? Derek Curtis, the firm’s Chief Operating Officer, said that the breach happened on January 29, 2026. “Prior to the breach, we had approximately…
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Banana Gun Tames the 100,000 TPS Beast: MegaETH Mainnet Live with “Best Crypto Trading Bot” Infrastructure from Day One
In the latest development, Banana Gun tames the 100,000 TPS beast with the MegaETH Mainnet Live as the “Best Crypto Trading Bot” infrastructure from day one. The speed limit of decentralized finance (DeFi) has been shattered. With the Mainnet launch of MegaETH today, on-chain trading has entered the real-time era. Banana Gun has confirmed that…
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Banana Gun Tames the 100,000 TPS Beast: MegaETH Mainnet Live with “Best Crypto Trading Bot” Infrastructure from Day One
In the latest development, Banana Gun tames the 100,000 TPS beast with the MegaETH Mainnet Live as the “Best Crypto Trading Bot” infrastructure from day one. The speed limit of decentralized finance (DeFi) has been shattered. With the Mainnet launch of MegaETH today, on-chain trading has entered the real-time era. Banana Gun has confirmed that…
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Banana Gun Tames the 100,000 TPS Beast: MegaETH Mainnet Live with “Best Crypto Trading Bot” Infrastructure from Day One
In the latest development, Banana Gun tames the 100,000 TPS beast with the MegaETH Mainnet Live as the “Best Crypto Trading Bot” infrastructure from day one. The speed limit of decentralized finance (DeFi) has been shattered. With the Mainnet launch of MegaETH today, on-chain trading has entered the real-time era. Banana Gun has confirmed that…
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BridgePay Ransomware Causes Widespread Payment Outages
A ransomware attack on BridgePay Network Solutions on Feb. 6, 2026, caused payment processing disruptions across the U.S., affecting merchants, local governments, and service providers. The outage temporarily forced some businesses to rely on cash-only transactions while payment services were unavailable. “No card data was compromised and any file that may have been accessed was…
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BridgePay Ransomware Causes Widespread Payment Outages
A ransomware attack on BridgePay Network Solutions on Feb. 6, 2026, caused payment processing disruptions across the U.S., affecting merchants, local governments, and service providers. The outage temporarily forced some businesses to rely on cash-only transactions while payment services were unavailable. “No card data was compromised and any file that may have been accessed was…
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BridgePay Ransomware Causes Widespread Payment Outages
A ransomware attack on BridgePay Network Solutions on Feb. 6, 2026, caused payment processing disruptions across the U.S., affecting merchants, local governments, and service providers. The outage temporarily forced some businesses to rely on cash-only transactions while payment services were unavailable. “No card data was compromised and any file that may have been accessed was…
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BridgePay Ransomware Causes Widespread Payment Outages
A ransomware attack on BridgePay Network Solutions on Feb. 6, 2026, caused payment processing disruptions across the U.S., affecting merchants, local governments, and service providers. The outage temporarily forced some businesses to rely on cash-only transactions while payment services were unavailable. “No card data was compromised and any file that may have been accessed was…
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BridgePay Ransomware Causes Widespread Payment Outages
A ransomware attack on BridgePay Network Solutions on Feb. 6, 2026, caused payment processing disruptions across the U.S., affecting merchants, local governments, and service providers. The outage temporarily forced some businesses to rely on cash-only transactions while payment services were unavailable. “No card data was compromised and any file that may have been accessed was…
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BridgePay Ransomware Causes Widespread Payment Outages
A ransomware attack on BridgePay Network Solutions on Feb. 6, 2026, caused payment processing disruptions across the U.S., affecting merchants, local governments, and service providers. The outage temporarily forced some businesses to rely on cash-only transactions while payment services were unavailable. “No card data was compromised and any file that may have been accessed was…
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Claude Opus 4.6 Exposes Hundreds of Open-Source Vulnerabilities
Artificial intelligence firm Anthropic says its newest large language model, Claude Opus 4.6, has identified more than 500 previously unknown high-severity vulnerabilities across widely used open-source libraries. It “… reads and reasons about code the way a human researcher would — looking at past fixes to find similar bugs that weren’t addressed, spotting patterns that…
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Claude Opus 4.6 Exposes Hundreds of Open-Source Vulnerabilities
Artificial intelligence firm Anthropic says its newest large language model, Claude Opus 4.6, has identified more than 500 previously unknown high-severity vulnerabilities across widely used open-source libraries. It “… reads and reasons about code the way a human researcher would — looking at past fixes to find similar bugs that weren’t addressed, spotting patterns that…
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Claude Opus 4.6 Exposes Hundreds of Open-Source Vulnerabilities
Artificial intelligence firm Anthropic says its newest large language model, Claude Opus 4.6, has identified more than 500 previously unknown high-severity vulnerabilities across widely used open-source libraries. It “… reads and reasons about code the way a human researcher would — looking at past fixes to find similar bugs that weren’t addressed, spotting patterns that…
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Claude Opus 4.6 Exposes Hundreds of Open-Source Vulnerabilities
Artificial intelligence firm Anthropic says its newest large language model, Claude Opus 4.6, has identified more than 500 previously unknown high-severity vulnerabilities across widely used open-source libraries. It “… reads and reasons about code the way a human researcher would — looking at past fixes to find similar bugs that weren’t addressed, spotting patterns that…
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Claude Opus 4.6 Exposes Hundreds of Open-Source Vulnerabilities
Artificial intelligence firm Anthropic says its newest large language model, Claude Opus 4.6, has identified more than 500 previously unknown high-severity vulnerabilities across widely used open-source libraries. It “… reads and reasons about code the way a human researcher would — looking at past fixes to find similar bugs that weren’t addressed, spotting patterns that…
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OpenClaw Adds VirusTotal Scanning to AI Agent Marketplace
OpenClaw has moved to strengthen security across its fast-growing agent ecosystem by integrating VirusTotal into its ClawHub skill marketplace. The change follows reports that hundreds of malicious skills were circulating undetected. We “… upload full skill bundles for Code Insight analysis, giving the AI a complete picture of the skill’s behavior rather than just matching…
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OpenClaw Adds VirusTotal Scanning to AI Agent Marketplace
OpenClaw has moved to strengthen security across its fast-growing agent ecosystem by integrating VirusTotal into its ClawHub skill marketplace. The change follows reports that hundreds of malicious skills were circulating undetected. We “… upload full skill bundles for Code Insight analysis, giving the AI a complete picture of the skill’s behavior rather than just matching…
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OpenClaw Adds VirusTotal Scanning to AI Agent Marketplace
OpenClaw has moved to strengthen security across its fast-growing agent ecosystem by integrating VirusTotal into its ClawHub skill marketplace. The change follows reports that hundreds of malicious skills were circulating undetected. We “… upload full skill bundles for Code Insight analysis, giving the AI a complete picture of the skill’s behavior rather than just matching…
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OpenClaw Adds VirusTotal Scanning to AI Agent Marketplace
OpenClaw has moved to strengthen security across its fast-growing agent ecosystem by integrating VirusTotal into its ClawHub skill marketplace. The change follows reports that hundreds of malicious skills were circulating undetected. We “… upload full skill bundles for Code Insight analysis, giving the AI a complete picture of the skill’s behavior rather than just matching…
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BeyondTrust Vulnerability Allows Pre-Auth Remote Code Execution
A vulnerability in BeyondTrust remote access products allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands, potentially granting full control over affected systems. The flaw impacts BeyondTrust Remote Support (RS) and Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and carries a CVSS score of 9.9. “Successful exploitation requires no authentication or user interaction and may lead to system…
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BeyondTrust Vulnerability Allows Pre-Auth Remote Code Execution
A vulnerability in BeyondTrust remote access products allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands, potentially granting full control over affected systems. The flaw impacts BeyondTrust Remote Support (RS) and Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and carries a CVSS score of 9.9. “Successful exploitation requires no authentication or user interaction and may lead to system…
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European Commission hit by cyberattackers targeting mobile management platform
The European Commission’s mobile device management platform was hacked but the incident was swiftly contained and no compromise of mobile devices was detected, EU’s executive branch announced on Friday. The intrusion was detected on January 30, 2026, by CERT-EU, the cybersecurity team protecting all European Union institutions, bodies, and agencies. “The Commission’s swift response ensured…
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European Commission hit by cyberattackers targeting mobile management platform
The European Commission’s mobile device management platform was hacked but the incident was swiftly contained and no compromise of mobile devices was detected, EU’s executive branch announced on Friday. The intrusion was detected on January 30, 2026, by CERT-EU, the cybersecurity team protecting all European Union institutions, bodies, and agencies. “The Commission’s swift response ensured…
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EU targets Meta over WhatsApp AI access restrictions
The European Commission believes Meta breached EU competition rules by blocking other AI assistants from accessing and interacting with users on WhatsApp. The case centers on a change Meta announced on 15 October 2025 to the WhatsApp Business Solution Terms. The update effectively blocked third-party, general-purpose AI assistants from operating on WhatsApp. Since 15 January…
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EU targets Meta over WhatsApp AI access restrictions
The European Commission believes Meta breached EU competition rules by blocking other AI assistants from accessing and interacting with users on WhatsApp. The case centers on a change Meta announced on 15 October 2025 to the WhatsApp Business Solution Terms. The update effectively blocked third-party, general-purpose AI assistants from operating on WhatsApp. Since 15 January…
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BeyondTrust fixes easy-to-exploit pre-auth RCE vulnerability in remote access tools (CVE-2026-1731)
BeyondTrust fixed a critical remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2026-1731) in its Remote Support (RS) and Privileged Remote Access (PRA) solutions and is urging self-hosted customers to apply the patch as soon a possible. Unlike the Remote Support zero-day (CVE-2024-12356) that was flagged after having been exploited by China-nexus threat actors to breach the US Treasury…
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BeyondTrust fixes easy-to-exploit pre-auth RCE vulnerability in remote access tools (CVE-2026-1731)
BeyondTrust fixed a critical remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2026-1731) in its Remote Support (RS) and Privileged Remote Access (PRA) solutions and is urging self-hosted customers to apply the patch as soon a possible. Unlike the Remote Support zero-day (CVE-2024-12356) that was flagged after having been exploited by China-nexus threat actors to breach the US Treasury…
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Linux kernel 6.19 reaches stable release, kernel 7.0 work is already underway
Development activity on the Linux kernel continues into early 2026 with the stable release of version 6.19. Kernel maintainers have completed the pre-release cycle and merged the final set of changes into the mainline tree. The release follows the ongoing weekly rhythm of code submission and testing that supports Linux’s widespread use across servers, desktops,…
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Linux kernel 6.19 reaches stable release, kernel 7.0 work is already underway
Development activity on the Linux kernel continues into early 2026 with the stable release of version 6.19. Kernel maintainers have completed the pre-release cycle and merged the final set of changes into the mainline tree. The release follows the ongoing weekly rhythm of code submission and testing that supports Linux’s widespread use across servers, desktops,…
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OpenAI updates Europe privacy policy, adding new data categories
OpenAI has updated its Europe-facing privacy policy following the November 2024 EU revision, clarifying scope, expanding coverage, and detailing user controls. The updated document is longer, with dedicated sections for data controls and practical resources. It explains key controls and settings within the text, making available choices easier to understand without moving between documents. “This…
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OpenAI updates Europe privacy policy, adding new data categories
OpenAI has updated its Europe-facing privacy policy following the November 2024 EU revision, clarifying scope, expanding coverage, and detailing user controls. The updated document is longer, with dedicated sections for data controls and practical resources. It explains key controls and settings within the text, making available choices easier to understand without moving between documents. “This…
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TikTok under EU pressure to change its addictive algorithm
The European Commission has issued preliminary findings that say TikTok breaches the Digital Services Act due to its addictive design. The Commission opened a formal investigation into TikTok in February 2024. The probe examined whether the platform meets its obligations as a very large online platform under the Digital Services Act. These obligations include identifying…
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TikTok under EU pressure to change its addictive algorithm
The European Commission has issued preliminary findings that say TikTok breaches the Digital Services Act due to its addictive design. The Commission opened a formal investigation into TikTok in February 2024. The probe examined whether the platform meets its obligations as a very large online platform under the Digital Services Act. These obligations include identifying…
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United Airlines CISO on building resilience when disruption is inevitable
Aviation runs on complex digital systems built for stability, safety, and long lifecycles. That reality creates a unique cybersecurity challenge for airlines, where disruption can quickly become an operational and public trust crisis. In this Help Net Security interview, Deneen DeFiore, VP and CISO at United Airlines, explains how the company approaches modernization without compromising…
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United Airlines CISO on building resilience when disruption is inevitable
Aviation runs on complex digital systems built for stability, safety, and long lifecycles. That reality creates a unique cybersecurity challenge for airlines, where disruption can quickly become an operational and public trust crisis. In this Help Net Security interview, Deneen DeFiore, VP and CISO at United Airlines, explains how the company approaches modernization without compromising…
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Allama: Open-source AI security automation
Allama is an open-source security automation platform that lets teams build visual workflows for threat detection and response. It includes integrations with 80+ types of tools and services typical in security operations, including SIEM systems, endpoint detection and response products, identity providers, and ticketing systems. The project supports alerts from many sources. Once alerts enter…
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Allama: Open-source AI security automation
Allama is an open-source security automation platform that lets teams build visual workflows for threat detection and response. It includes integrations with 80+ types of tools and services typical in security operations, including SIEM systems, endpoint detection and response products, identity providers, and ticketing systems. The project supports alerts from many sources. Once alerts enter…
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AI agents behave like users, but don’t follow the same rules
Security and governance approaches to autonomous AI agents rely on static credentials, inconsistent controls, and limited visibility. Securing these agents requires the same rigor and traceability applied to human users, according to Cloud Security Alliance’s Securing Autonomous AI Agents report. Agents scale faster than governance frameworks Autonomous AI agents act on behalf of humans, accessing…
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TeamPCP and the Rise of Cloud-Native Cybercrime
Flare researchers have identified a threat actor known as TeamPCP behind a large-scale campaign targeting cloud-native infrastructure by abusing exposed orchestration and management interfaces. First observed in late 2025, the activity reflects a broader shift away from endpoint-focused attacks toward systematic exploitation of cloud control planes. “The campaign reflects a dark mirror of legitimate markets.…
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Flickr Notifies Users of Potential Third-Party Data Exposure
Flickr has begun notifying users about a potential data exposure tied to a vulnerability in a third-party email service provider. The incident highlights the security considerations associated with third-party services, even when a platform’s core systems are not directly affected. “On February 5, 2026, we were alerted to a vulnerability in a system operated by…
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State-backed phishing attacks targeting military officials and journalists on Signal
German security authorities are warning that a likely state-backed hacking group is engaged in attempts at phishing senior political figures, military officials, diplomats, and investigative journalists across Germany and Europe via Signal. The authorities also noted that while these attacks are likely perpetrated by a state-controlled cyber actor, there’s nothing stopping non-state actors and financially…
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Poland’s energy control systems were breached through exposed VPN access
On 29 December 2025, coordinated cyberattacks unfolded across Poland’s critical infrastructure, targeting energy and industrial organizations. The attackers struck numerous wind and solar farms, a private manufacturing company, and a heat and power (CHP) plant, but failed to negatively affect energy generation or distribution. Poland’s national computer emergency response team, CERT Polska, assessed that all…
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CISA orders US federal agencies to replace unsupported edge devices
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a new binding operational directive aimed at reducing a long-standing cyber risk across federal networks: outdated “edge devices” that are not longer supported by vendors and aren’t receiving timely security updates. By “edge devices”, CISA means load balancers, firewalls, routers, switches, wireless access points, network security…
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Ransomware attackers are exploiting critical SmarterMail vulnerability (CVE-2026-24423)
For the third time in two weeks, CISA added a vulnerability (CVE-2026-24423) affecting SmarterTools’ SmarterMail email and collaboration server to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, and this one is being exploited in ransomware attacks. A glut of SmarterMail vulnerabilities On January 26, the US cybersecurity agency listed CVE-2025-52691 (a unrestricted upload of file with dangerous…
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Claude Opus 4.6 improves agentic performance and model safety
Claude Opus 4.6 builds on earlier releases with improved coding performance and more consistent behavior in complex tasks. Opus 4.6 finds real vulnerabilities in codebases better than any other model (Source: Anthropic) According to Anthropic, the model applies more deliberate planning during task execution, sustains agent-driven workflows over longer periods, and operates with greater consistency…