Fortinet released an emergency software update over the weekend to address an actively exploited vulnerability in FortiClient EMS, an endpoint management tool for customer devices. The zero-day vulnerability — CVE-2026-35616 — has a CVSS rating of 9.8 and was added to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s known exploited vulnerability catalog Monday. Fortinet said in…
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DroneShield Advances Decision Advantage with Q2 2026 Software Release as Drone Threats Scale Globally
DroneShield, a global leader in advanced counter-unmanned systems (CUxS), has announced its Q2 2026 software release, delivering coordinated updates across its RF sensing, AI, ATAK-CIV plugin, and command-and-control (C2) platforms.
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Genetec Highlights Why Governance Defines Secure Cloud Adoption In Enterprise Physical Security
Genetec Inc., the global leader in enterprise physical security software, is highlighting a disconnect between cloud adoption models in physical security and the governance and operational demands of large enterprises.
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⚡ Weekly Recap: Axios Hack, Chrome 0-Day, Fortinet Exploits, Paragon Spyware and More
This week had real hits. The key software got tampered with. Active bugs showed up in the tools people use every day. Some attacks didn’t even need much effort because the path was already there. One weak spot now spreads wider than before. What starts small can reach a lot of systems fast. New bugs, faster use, less time to react. That’s this…
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Annexa delivers global scalability for ROLLER Software with NetSuite
COMPANY NEWS: Venue management software provider’s rapid expansion required a robust system to handle operations of more than 3000 venues globally.
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Internet Bug Bounty program hits pause on payouts
Researchers who identify and report bugs in open-source software will no longer be rewarded by the Internet Bug Bounty team. HackerOne, which administers the program, has said that it is “pausing submissions” while it contemplates ways in which open source security can be handled more effectively. The Internet Bug Bounty program, funded by a number…
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Source Code Leaks Highlight Lack of Supply Chain Oversight
Or, why the software supply chain should be treated as critical infrastructure with guardrails built in at every layer.
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Four security principles for agentic AI systems
Agentic AI represents a qualitative shift in how software operates. Traditional software executes deterministic instructions. Generative AI responds to human prompts with output that humans review and use at their discretion. Agentic AI differs from both. Agents connect to software tools and APIs and uses large language models (LLMs) as reasoning engines to plan and…
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Cybersecurity in the age of instant software
AI is rapidly changing how software is written, deployed, and used. Trends point to a future where AIs can write custom software quickly and easily: “instant software.” Taken to an extreme, it might become easier for a user to have an AI write an application on demand — a spreadsheet, for example — and delete…
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North Korean hackers linked to Axios npm supply chain compromise
The software supply chain attack that resulted in the compromise of npm packages of Axios, an extremely popular HTTP client library, is believed to be the work of financially-motivated North Korean attackers. Links to UNC1069 On March 31, 2026, unknown attackers managed to publish two backdoored Axios npm packages after gaining access to a maintainer’s…
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Construction Safety Compliance Software: Keep Your Site Safe and Audit‑Ready Every Day
Discover how Construction Safety Compliance Software: Keep Your Site Safe and Audit‑Ready Every Day can enhance safety and streamline your site’s compliance. Key Highlights Embrace construction safety software to streamline your site safety and compliance management. In Australia, some of the most popular construction safety compliance software solutions include HammerTech, SiteDocs, and Procore, which are…
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TrueConf Zero-Day Exploited in Attacks on Southeast Asian Government Networks
A high-severity security flaw in the TrueConf client video conferencing software has been exploited in the wild as a zero-day as part of a campaign targeting government entities in Southeast Asia dubbed TrueChaos. The vulnerability in question is CVE-2026-3502 (CVSS score: 7.8), a lack of integrity check when fetching application update code, allowing an attacker…
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Foxit flags hidden security risks in PDFs with new tool
Foxit Software introduced a new capability designed to uncover hidden security risks inside PDFs as part of its latest PDF Editor 2026.1 release for Windows and macOS. The update is led by PDF Action Inspector, a new tool that proactively scans documents for embedded JavaScript and self-modifying behaviors — threats that can bypass redaction, expose…
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The Real Risk of Vibecoding
This blog looks at how AI‑driven vibecoding speeds up software development while increasing security risk by outpacing traditional review and ownership. It explains why security needs to move earlier and be built into modern development workflows.
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AVEVA pushes ‘data to dollars’ message as AI reshapes oil, gas, and LNG operations
Industrial software firm AVEVA is doubling down on its “data to dollars” strategy, arguing that better data governance and AI-driven operational models can simultaneously boost production, cut costs, and reduce emissions across oil, gas and LNG operations.
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Decoding AI Coding “Personalities” Critical to Managing Development Risk
GUEST OPINION: As generative AI cements its place in enterprise software development, a familiar discipline is taking on new urgency: risk management.
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The Best ERM Software in 2026
In this post, I will talk about the best ERM software in 2026. Today’s organizations face increasingly complex cybersecurity threats and regulatory landscapes, requiring the right enterprise risk management (ERM) solutions to ensure maximum surveillance. The following five platforms offer a unique approach to risk identification and management, with advanced automation, reporting and integration capabilities…
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Databricks pitches Lakewatch as a cheaper SIEM — but is it really?
Databricks has previewed a new open agentic Security Information and Event Management software (SIEM) named Lakewatch that signals its first deliberate step beyond data warehousing into security analytics. The data warehouse-provider is pitching Lakewatch as a lower-cost alternative to traditional security tools, arguing that consolidating security analytics into its data platform can reduce overall spend.…
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OpenAI Backs New AI Startup Seeking Bot Army Breakthroughs
Isara, founded by a pair of 23-year-old researchers, aims to build software that can coordinate the work of thousands of ‘agents.’
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HP will cram a 20-billion-parameter AI model into new AI PCs
HP is planning to roll out AI software to automate routine tasks and support decision-making on its enterprise AI PCs, offering enterprises an alternative to Microsfot’s cloud-based Copilot. Unveiled at HP’s Imagine event on Tuesday, HP IQ will initially be available in early access on the next generation of HP EliteBook X G2 AI PCs…
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Training an AI agent to attack LLM applications like a real adversary
Most enterprise software development teams now ship AI-powered applications faster than traditional penetration testing can keep up with. A security team with 500 applications may test each one once a year, or less. In the time between tests, the underlying models, integrations, and behaviors can change, with no corresponding security review. Novee launched a product…
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News alert: DDoS attacks surge 150%—Gcore analysis shows faster, cheaper more frequent attacks
LUXEMBOURG, Luxembourg, March 24, 2026, CyberNewswire— Gcore, the global infrastructure and software provider for AI, cloud, network, and security solutions, today announced the findings of its Q3-Q4 2025 Gcore Radar report DDoS attack trends. The report reveals growing attack volumes, increasingly sophisticated tactics, and changes in attack locations driven by evolving botnet infrastructure. The DDoS attack…
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Enterprise Cybersecurity Software Fails 20% of the Time, Warns Absolute Security
Poor patch management, increasingly complex IT environments and continued use of obsolete software puts organizations at risk from cyber threats, says the Absolute Security 2026 Resilience Risk Index
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Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference returns the week of June 8
Available online around the world, the conference will showcase the latest Apple software and technologies
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Pullman Phuket Arcadia Strengthens Revenues and Market Position with IDeaS G3 RMS
IDeaS, a SAS company and the world’s leading provider of hospitality revenue management software and services, today announced that Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon Beach has strengthened its revenues and market position with IDeaS G3 RMS. Since adopting the system, the property has achieved a 10.3% rise in Revenue Generation Index (RGI) and a 10.5% increase…
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NICKEL ALLEY strategy: Fake it ‘til you make it
Victimizing software developers via fake companies, jobs, and code repositories to steal cryptocurrency Categories: Threat Research Tags: NICKEL ALLEY, Contagious Interview, North Korea, clickfix
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8 Best Encryption Software & Tools in 2026
This guide is for businesses and IT decision-makers evaluating encryption software in 2026, covering how these tools work and how to choose the right solution for your needs. Encryption software obfuscates data to render it unreadable without a decryption key, protecting it against unauthorized access or theft. However, the best tool depends heavily on the…
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AI could be suppressing wages for young workers
Growing AI adoption has slowed the hiring of young workers in software development and customer service jobs, and recent data suggests it could also be exerting pressure on entry-level wages, according industry experts. “For software developers, there’s been about a 20% decline for entry-level people aged 22 to 26,” said Erik Brynjolfsson, director of the…
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Free Antivirus Software Face-Off: Which One Protects Best?
Free antivirus software isn’t what it used to be. It’s better. In 2025, some of the most respected names in cybersecurity are offering powerful tools at no cost. If you’re looking for solid protection without opening your wallet, you’re in the right place. I tested and reviewed the top free antivirus products available today, focusing…
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Secure Code Warrior Launches Trust Agent: AI to Enable Safe, Scalable AI-Driven Development
COMPANY NEWS: New AI Software Governance solution makes AI-generated code visible at commit, enforces policy before production, and connects real development behavior to measurable risk reduction
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Veracode Fix for SCA automates open-source vulnerability fixes
Veracode has unveiled Veracode Fix for Software Composition Analysis (SCA), an AI-powered solution to address software supply chain risk. The enhanced automated remediation engine, the next evolution of Veracode’s Fix solution, enables organizations to detect and remediate open-source vulnerabilities easily, before code reaches production. Designed to integrate seamlessly into existing developer workflows, it delivers third-party…
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Microsoft Seeks More Coherence in AI Efforts With Copilot Reorganization
The software giant is scrapping the divide between the consumer and business app teams.
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DH2i Enhances SQL Server Resilience Across Hybrid IT
DH2i has released new versions of its clustering and automation software designed to help enterprises maintain SQL Server uptime while modernizing infrastructure across Linux, Windows, and Kubernetes environments. The company announced the general availability of DxEnterprise v26.0 and DxOperator v2, updates that introduce expanded monitoring, automated quorum enforcement, security improvements, and new automation capabilities for…
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What to Look for in Oil and Gas ERP Software Before You Invest
Buying ERP software for an oil and gas business is rarely a simple technology decision. It affects finance, field operations, procurement, maintenance, compliance, and long-term profitability all at once. That is why so many companies get stuck during the selection process. They are not just comparing software. They are trying to figure out what to…
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NinjaOne Intros AI-Driven Vulnerability Management Solution
Unified IT management software provider NinjaOne has unveiled NinjaOne Vulnerability Management, a new solution designed to help IT teams identify, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities faster, without relying on periodic scans from security teams that often lack context and connection to remediation workflows. Moving away from traditional vulnerability management Built natively into the platform, NinjaOne says…
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AI Risks, Critical Vulnerabilities, and Data Breaches Define This Week in Cybersecurity
Major Threats & Vulnerabilities Critical Software and Platform Flaws A SQL injection flaw in Elementor’s Ally accessibility plugin exposed over 400,000 WordPress sites to potential data theft. The vulnerability stemmed from improper input sanitization, allowing attackers to extract sensitive database information. Administrators should update immediately to the patched version. Microsoft’s March Patch Tuesday addressed a…
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The Future of Custom Software Development in a Security-First World
In this post, I will talk about the future of custom software development in a security-first world. Digital transformation has accelerated at an unprecedented pace over the past decade. Organizations across industries now rely on software platforms to manage operations, deliver customer experiences, and power business innovation. From cloud-native applications and AI-driven systems to connected…
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Veeam warns of critical flaws exposing backup servers to RCE attacks
Data protection company Veeam Software has patched multiple flaws in its Backup & Replication solution, including four critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerabilities. […]
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Microsoft Introduces AI-Focused Microsoft 365 E7
Microsoft is taking another swing at what AI inside workplace software should actually look like. This time, the company is packaging it into a new enterprise tier for Microsoft 365, along with a feature that turns Copilot from a helpful assistant into more of a digital coworker. M365 E7 tier bundles Copilot, Entra identity, and…
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Microsoft patches 80+ vulnerabilities, six flagged as “more likely” to be exploited
On March 2026 Patch Tuesday, Microsoft addressed 80+ vulnerabilities affecting its software and cloud services. Of these, two were publicly disclosed, but not actively exploited. Privilege escalation vulnerabilities abound The two publicly disclosed flaws are CVE-2026-21262, a vulnerability in SQL Server that may allow attackers to gain SQLAdmin privileges, and CVE-2026-26127, a .NET flaw that…
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Microsoft Patches 84 Flaws in March Patch Tuesday, Including Two Public Zero-Days
Microsoft on Tuesday released patches for a set of 84 new security vulnerabilities affecting various software components, including two that have been listed as publicly known. Of these, eight are rated Critical, and 76 are rated Important in severity. Forty-six of the patched vulnerabilities relate to privilege escalation, followed by 18 remote code execution, 10…
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Microsoft’s monthly Patch Tuesday is first in 6 months with no actively exploited zero-days
Microsoft addressed 83 vulnerabilities that cut across its broad portfolio of enterprise software and underlying services in its latest security update. The company’s Patch Tuesday release contained no actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities and six defects it described as more likely to be exploited. The vendor’s batch of patches marks the first monthly update without an…
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Critical defect in Java security engine poses serious downstream security risks
A maximum-severity vulnerability in pac4j, an open-source library integrated into hundreds of software packages and repositories, poses a significant security threat, but has thus far received scant attention. The defect in the Java security engine, which handles authentication across multiple frameworks, has not been exploited in the wild since code review firm CodeAnt AI published…
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Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Constellation Software, European semiconductor companies and more in the latest Market Talks covering technology, media and telecom.
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Cloud Attackers Now Prefer Vulnerability Exploits Over Credentials, Google Cloud Finds
Google Cloud report details a sharp rise in attackers exploiting software vulnerabilities, including React2Shell
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The True Cost of Free Software: What Businesses Need to Know
In this post, I will talk about the true cost of free software and show you what businesses need to know. The lure to be “free” is undeniable in the world of business. If you’re a start-up trying to bootstrap your route to market, or for an SME who is attentive to every dollar the…
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Google: Cloud attacks exploit flaws more than weak credentials
Hackers are increasingly exploiting newly disclosed vulnerabilities in third-party software to gain initial access to cloud environments, with the window for attacks shrinking from weeks to just days. […]
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Iran’s MuddyWater Hackers Target US Firms with New Dindoor Backdoor
Researchers say Iran’s MuddyWater hackers targeted US companies and an Israeli software firm’s department in a cyber campaign using the Dindoor malware – All this amid the ongoing conflict.
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How AI Is Turbocharging the War in Iran
Intelligence, targeting and damage assessments are accelerating thanks to military versions of software now remaking business and daily life.
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Cognizant TriZetto breach exposes health data of 3.4 million patients
TriZetto Provider Solutions, a healthcare IT company that develops software and services used by health insurers and healthcare providers, has suffered a data breach that exposed the sensitive information of over 3.4 million people. […]
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Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on DraftKings, Guidewire Software and more in the latest Market Talks covering technology, media and telecom.
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Iran’s MuddyWater Hackers Hit US Firms with New ‘Dindoor’ Backdoor
A bank, an airport, a non-profit and the Israeli branch of a US software company were among the targets of this new MuddyWater campaign
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Cisco Firewall Management Flaw Enables Remote Code Execution
Cisco has reported a vulnerability in its Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC) software that could allow attackers to remotely execute code and take full control of affected systems. The flaw does not require user interaction or authentication. “An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted serialized Java object to the web-based management interface…
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Cisco reveals 2 max-severity defects in firewall management software
Cisco released information on a pair of max-severity vulnerabilities in its firewall management software Wednesday that unauthenticated, remote attackers could exploit to obtain the highest level of access to the underlying operating system or on affected devices. The vulnerabilities — CVE-2026-20079 and CVE-2026-20131 — affect the web-based interface of Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC)…
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Fake Zoom, Teams Meeting Invites Use Compromised Certificates to Drop Malware
A new phishing campaign is using stolen certificates from TrustConnect Software PTY LTD to sign malware. By impersonating updates for Zoom and Microsoft Teams, hackers install RMM tools to gain persistent, privileged access to networks
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Fake LastPass support email threads try to steal vault passwords
Password management software provider LastPass is warning users of a phishing campaign targeting its users with fake unauthorized account access alerts. […]
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OpenAI’s Former Research Chief Aims to Automate Manufacturing With AI
Bob McGrew is raising $70 million to fund a startup making software platform to help run autonomous factories.
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Digital.ai expands post-build protection for Android and iOS applications
Software security has reached an inflection point as AI development tools increase the volume and velocity of software releases, while AI is also powering the next generation of threat actors driving attack volume and sophistication to new heights. For security teams, this is not just acceleration – it is multiplication: more apps, more releases, and…
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Cork Cyber Unveils Software Installer Scripts
At ThreatLocker Zero Trust World, Cork Cyber announced the launch of Software Installer Scripts within the Cork Vantage Platform, a new capability that enables MSPs to generate dynamic installer scripts for vulnerable and outdated software across Windows environments. Aligning operational security with financial continuity According to Cork Cyber, the release addresses the longstanding problem of…
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Chrome in 2026: Why your browser needs a security audit right now
GUEST OPINION: We often think of our web browser as a neutral window to the internet – a piece of software that fetches pages and displays images. This assumption is dangerously outdated.
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5 Smart Software Choices Every Business Should Make
This post will show you 5 smart software choices every business should make… In today’s digital landscape, choosing the right software is crucial for business efficiency and success. The right software not only supports current operations but also paves the way for future scalability and innovation. By carefully selecting tools that align with strategic goals,…
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Flaws in Claude Code Put Developers’ Machines at Risk
The vulnerabilities highlight a big drawback to integrating AI into software development workflows and the potential impact on supply chains.
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Fake Next.js job interview tests backdoor developer’s devices
The Microsoft Defender team has discovered a coordinated campaign targeting software developers through malicious repositories posing as legitimate Next.js projects and technical assessment materials, including recruiting coding tests. […]
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Marquis sues SonicWall over backup breach that led to ransomware attack
Marquis Software Solutions has filed a lawsuit against SonicWall, accusing the cybersecurity company of gross negligence and misrepresentation that allegedly led to a ransomware attack disrupting operations at 74 U.S. banks. […]
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Australia’s WiseTech to cut 2,000 jobs as AI renders manual coding obsolete
Australian logistics software firm WiseTech Global plans to eliminate around 2,000 jobs as it embeds artificial intelligence across its engineering and customer service operations, the company said Wednesday. The cuts, which will begin in the second half of FY26 and extend into FY27, will “reduce teams – initially product & development and customer service across…
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Microsoft warns of job‑themed repo lures targeting developers with multi‑stage backdoors
Microsoft says it has uncovered a coordinated campaign targeting software developers through malicious repositories posing as legitimate Next.js projects and technical assessments. The campaign employs carefully crafted lures to blend into routine workflows, such as cloning repositories, opening projects, and running builds, thereby allowing the malicious code to execute undetected. Telemetry collected during an incident…
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The AI Chip War You Didn’t See Coming
The growing competition between Google and Nvidia, Anthropic makes nice with software and AI is powering trade-secret theft..
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Veeam Agent Commander unifies AI risk detection, protection, and recovery
Veeam Software announced Agent Commander, a unified solution to help organizations safely detect AI risk, protect AI systems, and undo AI mistakes, enabling them to proactively address AI-driven risks and securely scale AI agents everywhere. The first integration from Veeam’s acquisition of Securiti AI, Agent Commander combines the capabilities of both to give organizations visibility,…
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Shai-Hulud-style NPM worm hits CI pipelines and AI coding tools
A massive Shai-Hulud-style npm supply chain worm is hitting the software ecosystem, burrowing through developer machines, CI pipelines, and AI coding tools. Socket researchers uncovered the active attack campaign and called it SANDWORM_MODE, derived from the “SANDWORM_*” environment variable switches embedded in the malware’s runtime control logic.” At least 19 typosquatted packages were published under…
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Wormable XMRig campaign leverages BYOVD and timed kill switch for stealth
A wormable cryptojacking campaign spreads via pirated software, using BYOVD and a time-based logic bomb to deploy a custom XMRig miner. Researchers uncovered a wormable cryptojacking campaign that spreads through pirated software bundles to deploy a custom XMRig miner. The attack uses a BYOVD exploit and a time-based logic bomb to evade detection and maximize…
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Pure Storage rebrands to Everpure as its service offering evolves in the AI era
The all-flash hardware and software provider Pure Storage has announced a new name, reflecting it has gone way beyond “merely” storage. Now known as Everpure, the title more accurately reflects the company’s committment to accelerating artificial intelligence and making the right data available at the right time for the right people.
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Coroot: Open-source observability and APM tool
Coroot is an open-source observability and application performance monitoring tool. The core software, published in Go and accompanied by companion repositories such as coroot-node-agent, focuses on collecting telemetry data across systems. It uses extended Berkeley Packet Filter (eBPF) technology to gather metrics and trace inter-service communications without manual instrumentation of application code. Coroot collects standard…
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Anthropic rolls out embedded security scanning for Claude
Anthropic is rolling out a new security feature for Claude Code that can scan a user’s software codebases for vulnerabilities and suggest patching solutions. The company announced Friday that Claude Code Security will initially be available to a limited number of enterprise and team customers for testing. That follows more than a year of stress-testing…
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PayPal Flaw Exposed Sensitive Data in Lending App for Six Months
PayPal is notifying customers after a software error in its PayPal Working Capital (PPWC) loan application exposed certain personal information, including social security numbers, for nearly six months in 2025. Although the company said its core systems were not breached, the issue resulted in potential unauthorized access to sensitive customer data. “Upon learning about this…
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Barracuda: Firewall Exploits Drive 90% of Ransomware Incidents
Ninety percent of ransomware incidents in 2025 reportedly exploited firewalls via unpatched software or a vulnerable account, according to Barracuda Networks’ newly published Barracuda Managed XDR Global Threat Report. Outdated tools and remote access abuse heighten ransomware exposure According to the cybersecurity company, the findings show how attackers exploit legitimate IT tools such as remote…
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Cline CLI 2.3.0 Supply Chain Attack Installed OpenClaw on Developer Systems
In yet another software supply chain attack, the open-source, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered coding assistant Cline CLI was updated to stealthily install OpenClaw, a self-hosted autonomous AI agent that has become exceedingly popular in the past few months. “On February 17, 2026, at 3:26 AM PT, an unauthorized party used a compromised npm publish token to…
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Criminals create business website to sell RAT disguised as RMM tool
A RAT masquerading as legitimate remote monitoring and management (RMM) software is being sold to cybercriminals as a service, Proofpoint researchers recently discovered. The fake RMM tool, called TrustConnect, was being marketed via an LLM-created website parked on trustconnectsoftware[.]com, supposedly belonging to “TrustConnect Software PTY LTD”. “The malware creator uses the domain as the ‘business…
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PayPal discloses data breach that exposed user info for 6 months
PayPal is notifying customers of a data breach after a software error in a loan application exposed their sensitive personal information, including Social Security numbers, for nearly 6 months last year. […]
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China-Linked Hackers Use Dell RecoverPoint Flaw to Drop GrimBolt Malware
Dell warns of a critical security hole in its RecoverPoint software exploited by hackers. Learn how to protect your data from the CVE-2026-22769 vulnerability and the new GrimBolt malware.
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Study: AI a Priority for Testing Teams Even as Doubt Remains
Software testing teams are prioritizing AI initiatives, but their willingness to scale adoption depends heavily on accuracy, reliability, and the ability to maintain stable automation as systems evolve, according to new research from test automation vendor Leapwork. The Copenhagen-based company surveyed more than 300 software engineers, QA leaders, and IT decision-makers at large and midsize…
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G2 Recognizes ANY.RUN as a Top Security Software Provider
G2, the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplace, has recognized ANY.RUN among the Best EMEA Software Companies. In the ranking, the company was acknowledged in both Malware Analysis and Threat Intelligence categories. The ranking is based on verified reviews from companies actively using ANY.RUN’s solutions, underscoring our impact across global cybersecurity markets. Impact with…
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Mistral CEO: AI could replace more than half of companies’ software
>More than half of the software purchased by companies today could eventually be replaced by AI, Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch said in an interview with CNBC. The statement comes at a time when software stocks are under pressure due to concerns that AI will undermine SaaS business models. According to Mensch, a major shift…
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Cryptojacking Campaign Exploits Driver to Boost Monero Mining
Cryptojacking campaign used pirated software to deploy a persistent XMRig miner with stealth tactics
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Selling AI Software Isn’t as Easy as It Used to Be
The golden age of unbridled spending on AI software might be behind us, as vendors say it’s a lot harder to make a sale than it used to be.
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Pedaling AI Software Isn’t As Easy as It Used to Be
The golden age of unbridled spending on AI software might be behind us, as vendors say it’s a lot harder to make a sale than it used to be.
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Pompelmi: Open-source Secure File Upload Scanning for Node.js
Software teams building services in JavaScript are adding more layers of defense to handle untrusted file uploads. An open-source project called Pompelmi aims to insert malware scanning and policy checks directly into Node.js applications before files reach storage or business logic. The post Pompelmi: Open-source Secure File Upload Scanning for Node.js appeared first on Linux…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: February 1st, 2026
The end of January brought us new software releases, including GParted 1.8, Calibre 9.0, Transmission 4.1, GStreamer 1.28, OpenSSL 3.6.1, VirtualBox 7.2.6, Shotcut 26.1, TigerVNC 1.16, and Proton 10.0-4, as well as several distro releases, including Tails 7.4.1, AerynOS 2026.01, Linux Lite 7.8, GParted Live 1.8, and Emmabuntüs DE 5 1.05. On top of that,…
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Why AI Is Dulling Cybersecurity’s Most Important Edge
GUEST OPINION: Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly become indispensable to modern software development. From large language models that generate code on demand to agentic systems that automate entire workflows, AI tools promise dramatic gains in productivity and efficiency.
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Best Free and Open Source Software: January 2026 Updates
January 2026 updates to the largest compilation of recommended free and open source software available for Linux. The post Best Free and Open Source Software: January 2026 Updates appeared first on Linux Today.
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13 Fragen gegen Drittanbieterrisiken
Drum prüfe… Miljan Zivkovic | shutterstock.com Die zunehmende Abhängigkeit von IT-Dienstleistern und Software von Drittanbietern vergrößert die Angriffsfläche von Unternehmen erheblich. Das wird auch durch zahlreiche Cyberattacken immer wieder unterstrichen. Zwar lassen sich die Risiken in Zusammenhang mit Third-Party-Anbietern nicht gänzlich beseitigen, aber durchaus reduzieren. Dabei sollten Sicherheitsentscheider eine zentrale Rolle spielen, wie Randy Gross,…
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RMM Abuse Explodes as Hackers Ditch Malware
It’s the path of lesser resistance, as remote monitoring and management (RMM) software offers stealth, persistence, and operational efficiency.
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Quest Software Debuts Platform to Deliver Trustworthy AI Data
Data management and cybersecurity company Quest Software has launched the Quest Trusted Data Management Platform, featuring Automated Data Product Factory — a unified SaaS-native solution built to deliver trusted, AI-ready data at speed and scale. Using AI to automate data product creation According to the company, the platform unifies five core capabilities: data modeling data…
AI, Global Security News, Risk Management
Software’s AI Reckoning Is Here: What it Means for MSPs
The software sector is hitting a moment of truth. In a recent CNBC interview, Apollo Asset Management co-president John Zito described what he sees shaking out as the early innings of a “very violent technology cycle” driven by AI. That doesn’t mean software is disappearing, but it does mean the way it’s valued and financed…
AI, Global Security News
OpenClaw creator Peter Steinberger joins OpenAI
Peter Steinberger, the Austrian software developer who vibe coded the popular OpenClaw autonomous AI agent, has joined OpenAI. “My next mission is to build an agent that even my mum can use. That’ll need a much broader change, a lot more thought on how to do it safely, and access to the very latest models…
APAC, Global Security News
Real-time Analytics News for the Week Ending February 14
In this week’s real-time analytics news: Apache Software Foundation (ASF) announced that Apache HugeGraph has become a Top-Level Project (TLP). The post Real-time Analytics News for the Week Ending February 14 appeared first on RTInsights.
APAC, Global Security News
Real-time Analytics News for the Week Ending February 14
In this week’s real-time analytics news: Apache Software Foundation (ASF) announced that Apache HugeGraph has become a Top-Level Project (TLP). The post Real-time Analytics News for the Week Ending February 14 appeared first on RTInsights.
Global Security News
The Fortune 500 CEO Who Puts a Premium on Pain and Suffering
Sasan Goodarzi took Intuit from a tax software platform into a full-services provider. The key? An employee base that knows how to handle tough times.
AI, Global Security News, Network Security, Security
Crazy ransomware gang abuses employee monitoring tool in attacks
A member of the Crazy ransomware gang is abusing legitimate employee monitoring software and the SimpleHelp remote support tool to maintain persistence in corporate networks, evade detection, and prepare for ransomware deployment. […]
AI, Cybersecurity, Global Security News, Reviews
TheOneSpy Review: Ultimate Monitoring Software
Read on for TheOneSpy review, the ultimate monitoring software. TheOneSpy aims to be your go-to monitoring software for Android, Mac, and Windows. This review is for parents who want their kids to be safe online, bosses who manage remote workers, and people who want to keep track of their own stuff. We’re going to check…
Exploits, Global Security News
Over 60 Software Vendors Issue Security Fixes Across OS, Cloud, and Network Platforms
It’s Patch Tuesday, which means a number of software vendors have released patches for various security vulnerabilities impacting their products and services. Microsoft issued fixes for 59 flaws, including six actively exploited zero-days in various Windows components that could be abused to bypass security features, escalate privileges, and trigger a denial-of-service (DoS) condition. Elsewhere