Executives are scrambling to track returns on AI investments as the bill for massive computing needs comes due.
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Malicious npm Package Stole Files From Claude AI User Directory via GitHub
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new malicious package on the npm registry that comes with information stealing capabilities. According to OX Security, the package, named “mouse5212-super-formatter,” is designed to upload files from “/mnt/user-data,” a dedicated directory used by Anthropic’s Claude artificial intelligence (AI) tool to handle uploads and outputs in the background. The
AI, Global Security News
The Art of War, Elon Musk Edition: How to Lose a Lawsuit and Still Claim Victory
Sam Altman’s high-profile courtroom win comes at a cost for the OpenAI CEO.
AI, Exploits, Global Security News, Risk Management
Apple needs to fix admin authentication in ABM
Apple’s platforms are secure by design, but when it comes to authentication, the company seems to be protecting employees more than it protects IT admins. It’s an attack vector just waiting to be exploited — if it hasn’t been already. As noted first by Six Colors, the problem is that administrator and People Manager accounts on Apple Business…
AI, Apps, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Europe, Exploits, Global Security News, Government & Policy, Network Security, Risk Management
April 2026 Leadership Recap: New CEOs and Promotions Start Q2
We’re at the start of Q2 of 2026, as hard as that is to believe – and with that comes new appointments to company leadership and promotions across the channel. Organizations such as Syspro, Kiteworks, Coro, and Paessler have all made significant updates to their executive benches to enhance their strategies. Read more about the…
Global Security News
AI Worries Have Returned to Wall Street. Now Come Earnings.
A slide in artificial-intelligence stocks comes ahead of earnings from key tech giants.
AI, Funding, Global Security News, Government & Policy, Risk Management
The Victorian Government will allocate $3.5 million – Technology Driven Safety Security Measures for Family Violence Victims and Survivors
The funding announcement comes as new data reveals an 8% increase in family and domestic violence offenders over the past financial year, reinforcing the scale and persistence of the issue across the state. Against this backdrop, the latest investment focuses on practical, immediate protections designed to reduce risk for those most vulnerable.
AI, Global Security News
Anthropic CEO Lands White House Meeting as Feud Thaws
The Friday meeting comes ahead of the release of Mythos, Anthropic’s latest AI model.
AI, Global Security News
The Mystery of Why You Can’t Buy a Mac Mini Right Now
The scarcity of Apple’s littlest Mac comes at a time of high interest from AI power users and a potential product refresh.
AI, Cybersecurity, Global Security News
OpenAI Unveils GPT-5.4-Cyber for Improving Cyber Defense With AI
OpenAI’s new frontier model focused on cybersecurity comes following Anthropic’s launch of Claude Mythos Preview and Project Glasswing
Global Security News, Network Security
More Honeypot Fingerprinting Scans, (Wed, Apr 8th)
One question that often comes up when I talk about honeypots: Are attackers able to figure out if they are connected to a honeypot? The answer is pretty simple: Yes! Most “medium interaction” honeypots, like the one we are using, are just simulating various systems. These simulations are incomplete. For example, we are using the…
AI, Apps, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Europe, Global Security News, Government & Policy, Network Security, Risk Management, Venture
March 2026 Leadership Moves: Google Cloud Partner Chief Departs & More
As the first quarter of 2026 comes to a close, organizations around the channel have made significant moves to their leadership teams. Key figures have been appointed, promoted, or departed from their positions to make way for new faces. Take a look around at some of the signature moves that enterprises have made as they…
AI, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Data Breaches, Global Security News, Risk Management
9 ways CISOs can combat AI hallucinations
AI hallucinations are a well-known problem and, when it comes to compliance assessments, these convincing but inaccurate assessments can cause real damage with poor risk assessments, incorrect policy guidance, or even inaccurate incident reports. Cybersecurity leaders say the real trouble starts when AI moves past writing summaries and begins making judgment calls. That’s when it’s…
Global Security News
Revisiting ‘The Jetsons’: Where’s My Flying Car and Three-Hour Workday?
The 1960s version of the future is way more fun than our reality—but when it comes to innovations, we’re catching up.
AI, Global Security News, malware, privacy, Risk Management
Don’t sleep on this powerful new Chrome security booster
When it comes to staying safe online, the teensiest shred of common sense goes an impressively long way. That’s absolutely true on Android, as I’ve been preaching for more years than I can even remember at this point — and it’s true on the web, too, especially when you’re working within the desktop browser you…
AI, Global Security News
A Slack Android upgrade worth finding
Man, when it comes to Android, Slack sure has been slackin’. The app is generally considered the go-to, standard tool for most professional communication — right? And yet, somehow, it has managed to exist on the most used mobile operating system all this time without offering up a single Android widget to make our on-the-go…
AI, APAC, Apps, Global Security News
Microsoft maps Windows 11 quality overhaul after acknowledging gaps
Microsoft is planning a broad push to improve Windows 11. The development comes just months after the company publicly admitted that the operating system fell short on performance, following user criticism. Users have been experiencing inconsistencies, recurring bugs, and performance issues. The company has now outlined a clear roadmap to enhance performance and reliability. The…
AI, Global Security News
AI-Generated Writing is Everywhere, and It’s Still Easy to Spot—For Now
Which AI bot reveals itself by sounding like a corporate intern? Which comes across like a nervous student? I asked the chatbots and here’s what they said.
Global Security News
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo: The Pros and Cons
It’s a new MacBook with a historically low price of $599—and it comes with some trade-offs.
Global Security News, Government & Policy
Anthropic Refuses Pentagon’s Proposal to Loosen AI Guardrails
The decision comes ahead of a Friday deadline to reach an agreement or face tough government measures.
Global Security News, Network Security
Windows 11 KB5077241 update improves BitLocker, adds Sysmon tool
Microsoft has released the KB5077241 optional cumulative update for Windows 11, which comes with 29 changes, including improvements to BitLocker, a new network speed test tool, and native System Monitor (Sysmon) functionality. […]
AI, Cybersecurity, Endpoint, Exploits, Global Security News, Risk Management
Know the red flags: Business email compromise signs to look out for
When it comes to cyber threats, business email compromise (BEC) is one of the sneakiest, most costly scams out there. These digital predators don’t rely on brute force, but are patient, tactical, and they exploit one weakness above all: human trust. If you’re in the cybersecurity game, spotting a BEC attack can mean the difference…
AI, Global Security News
Apple, the storage company
When it comes to hardware and services revenues, storage is Apple’s secret spell. Not only has iCloud storage become Apple’s most frequently paid-for service, but people are more often purchasing additional storage when acquiring new Apple hardware. This is good business for the company and all it had to do to build that business was…
Global Security News
Best internet (low ping) for gaming in Michigan – 2026 provider rankings & real ping
GUEST OPINION: Winning a tight firefight comes down to milliseconds. If your commands reach the server before your rival’s, you live to brag; if they don’t, you watch the kill-cam.
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Is it OK to let your children post selfies online?
When it comes to our children’s digital lives, prohibition rarely works. It’s our responsibility to help them build a healthy relationship with tech.
Global Security News, Network Security
Zscaler-SquareX Deal Boosts Zero Trust, Secure Browsing Capabilities
Zscaler’s acquisition of SquareX comes as competitors like CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks are also investing in secure browser technologies.
AI, china, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Data Breaches, Exploits, Global Security News, malware, privacy, Risk Management, Russia
The hack that messed with time, and rogue ransomware negotiators
Time itself comes under attack as a state-backed hacking gang spends two years tunnelling toward a nation’s master clock — with chaos potentially only a tick away. Plus when ransomware negotiators turn to the dark side, what could possibly go wrong? All this and more is discussed in episode 442 of the “Smashing Security” podcast…
AI, Apps, Global Security News, IT Management, metaverse, Virtual reality
HP’s ExtendXR Service Gets an Early Lead on a Looming Metaverse Problem
When it comes to technological breakthroughs, we’re often well into the deployment of the new technology before anyone figures out we need to manage all aspects of it. The metaverse will likely prove to be no exception. The metaverse uses existing servers and workstations, which already have a variety of management tools used to manage…
AI, Apps, Global Security News
HP’s ExtendXR Service Gets an Early Lead on a Looming Metaverse Problem
When it comes to technological breakthroughs, we’re often well into the deployment of the new technology before anyone figures out we need to manage all aspects of it. The metaverse will likely prove to be no exception. The metaverse uses existing servers and workstations, which already have a variety of management tools used to manage…