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Thu 18 Jun73 articles

  1. 2 articles this day · SecurityWeek first · 2 outlets

    Kodak Confirms ShinyHunters Extortion Breach Affecting 2.2 Million · Kodak Confirms Breach After ShinyHunters Steals 2.2M RecordsShow 2 articles
  2. F5 patches NGINX remote code flaws CVE-2026-42530, CVE-2026-42055

    F5 has released critical security updates for multiple NGINX vulnerabilities, including CVE-2026-42530 and CVE-2026-42055, both with a CVSS score of 9.2. These flaws can lead to code execution and denial-of-service (DoS) conditions. Exploiting these…

    SecurityWeekCVE-2026-42530
  3. Microsoft Defender Zero Day Lets Attackers Run SYSTEM Code

    Microsoft has confirmed a zero-day vulnerability in its Defender software, tracked as CVE-2026-50656, which enables privilege escalation due to a flaw in the Malware Protection Engine. While a security patch is under development, the issue was brought to…

    Security AffairsCVE-2026-50656
  4. Hostile States Behind 75% of Cyber-Attacks on UK Critical Infrastructure, NCSC Warns

    The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) reported that 75% of cyber incidents affecting critical infrastructure in the UK during the past year stemmed from nation-state actors, primarily Russia, China, and Iran. In a speech delivered by CEO Richard…

    Infosecurity
  5. Velvet Ant’s Operation Highland: A Decade Inside Critical Infrastructure

    The Velvet Ant group, linked to China, operated undetected within an organization's network for nearly a decade, as uncovered by Sygnia's incident response team in a campaign named Operation Highland. The hackers leveraged tools and tactics to implant a…

    SecurityOnlineExploitedCVE-2024-20399
  6. SailPoint acquires Entro for $200m to boost identity security

    SailPoint has finalized an agreement to acquire Entro, an Israeli firm focused on non-human identity (NHI) and credential security. Valued at approximately $200 million, this acquisition aims to enhance SailPoint's capabilities in identity security,…

    SecurityWeek
  7. Interpol sees Asia Pacific cybercrime rise amid digital boom

    Cybercrime is surging in the Asia-Pacific region, driven by the rapid adoption of digital technologies, according to Interpol's latest report. Cybercrime now constitutes 30% of criminal activity in more than half of the surveyed countries. Key findings…

    Infosecurity
  8. OpenAI launches Scheduled Tasks for ChatGPT to track web updates

    OpenAI has introduced a new feature called 'Scheduled Tasks' for ChatGPT, aimed at enhancing its proactive capabilities. This feature will allow users to schedule tasks that not only send reminders but also monitor the web for crucial updates automatically.…

    SecurityOnline
  9. Microsoft AI growth in China driven by ByteDance’s $1B spend

    Microsoft's AI business in China, primarily driven by ByteDance, has achieved significant growth despite geopolitical tensions and US export bans on high-end chips. ByteDance, a major client relying on OpenAI's models via Microsoft Azure, is projected to…

    SecurityOnline
  10. Moxa NPort servers hit by critical root access bug CVE-2026-10829

    Moxa has revealed two critical vulnerabilities in its NPort serial device servers, particularly affecting devices bridging serial equipment to Ethernet networks. The most severe vulnerability, CVE-2026-10829, involves a stack-based buffer overflow, allowing…

    SecurityOnlineCVE-2026-10829
  11. AsyncRAT lures hide in fake AI learning files to steal data

    Recent cybersecurity research by FortiGuard Labs reveals a new threat involving AsyncRAT AI lures, which are malicious archives disguised as AI learning resources. Users seeking AI education fall victim to these attacks. The malware typically starts with a…

    SecurityOnline
  12. Apple WWDC 2026 Unveils AI Tools for Xcode Siri On Device

    Apple's WWDC 2026 showcased significant advancements in its artificial intelligence ecosystem through updates to developer tools such as Xcode 27, App Intents, and the Apple Foundation Models. Key highlights include: 1. **Agentic Coding in Xcode 27**: This…

    SecurityOnline
  13. WhatsApp rolls out View Once for text messages to boost privacy

    WhatsApp is introducing a 'View Once' feature for text messages, similar to what is already available for photos and videos. Users will be able to send messages that can be read only once, with the text disappearing from both cloud storage and devices upon…

    SecurityOnline
  14. OpenAI boosts Rust Foundation with $600k platinum membership

    OpenAI has joined the Rust Foundation as a Platinum Member, making an annual contribution of $325,000 and a one-time donation of $275,000, totaling $600,000. This funding aims to support the Rust ecosystem maintainers, enhance the Rust infrastructure, and…

    SecurityOnline
  15. Apple to Raise iPhone and Mac Prices Amid AI Driven Chip Shortage

    Apple is set to raise its product prices due to significant component shortages caused by the surge in AI development. CEO Tim Cook confirmed in an interview that the demand for memory and storage components has outpaced supply, leading to skyrocketing costs…

    SecurityOnline
  16. FortiBleed leak exposes 75k Fortinet admin passwords online

    A significant cybersecurity breach, dubbed 'FortiBleed,' has revealed admin passwords for approximately 75,000 Fortinet firewalls exposed on the internet. Security researcher Bob Diachenko discovered access to valid Fortinet VPN credentials, which included…

    Security Affairs
  17. Khmer Shadow campaign targets Cambodia with NIGHTFORGE malware

    The Acronis Threat Research Unit has revealed a previously unknown espionage campaign named Khmer Shadow, targeting Cambodian defense and public works sectors. The attackers distribute a new malware, NIGHTFORGE, via spear-phishing emails containing…

    SecurityOnline
  18. EU launches Shield 6G initiative to secure future 6G networks

    The article discusses the EU's proactive steps in developing security measures for the upcoming 6G network, dubbed "Shield-6G." This initiative aims to address the anticipated complexities and security challenges posed by increased interconnectedness and AI…

    Dark Reading
  19. Microsoft warns of npm supply chain attack via mastra packages

    Microsoft Threat Intelligence reported a significant npm supply chain compromise impacting over 140 packages in the mastra scope, initiated through the takeover of the ehindero npm maintainer account. The attacker published a malicious package,…

    Microsoft
  20. FortiBleed hijacks 30,000+ Fortinet devices across 194 countries

    The FortiBleed campaign has compromised 30,791 Fortinet firewalls and VPN credentials worldwide, affecting organizations across 194 countries, including banks, hospitals, and telecommunications companies. Identified by SOCRadar, the operation involves…

    SecurityOnline
  21. Internet Storm Center Reports Green Threat Level on June 18, 2026

    The content is a brief update from the Internet Storm Center (ISC) for June 18th, 2026, featuring Guy Bruneau as the handler on duty and indicating a threat level of green. There is a link to learn more about classes taught by Dr. Johannes Ullrich for SANS,…

    SANS ISC
  22. SSH brute force surges tied to world events, honeypot data shows

    This guest diary by Adam Nason examines SSH brute force attack behaviors over three months, analyzing over 20 million attempts logged by a DShield Honeypot. The study correlates these attacks with significant cyber events and geopolitical tensions,…

    SANS ISC
  23. AI driven surge forecasts 66,000 CVEs for 2026, 6.5% critical

    The 2026 vulnerability forecast from the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST) anticipates a significant increase in disclosed CVEs, reaching around 66,000—marking a 46.3% rise compared to original predictions. This surge is attributed to the…

    SecurityOnline
  24. China Influence Operations Target US AI Debate, OpenAI Warns

    OpenAI has taken action against two covert influence operations originating from China that misused ChatGPT to impact the US AI policy debate, as detailed in their June 2026 threat report. These operations involved creating misleading narratives about AI and…

    SecurityOnline
  25. CVE-2026-48713 flaw in i18next lets attackers inject code

    The i18next prototype pollution flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-48713, poses a significant risk to the npm ecosystem's translation tools, specifically affecting i18next-fs-backend with a CVSS score of 9.1. The vulnerability allows unauthorized attackers to write…

    SecurityOnlineCVE-2026-48713
  26. Zyxel fixes CVE-2026-7273 buffer overflow in GS1900 switches

    Zyxel has issued firmware patches for a critical vulnerability in its GS1900 series switches, identified as CVE-2026-7273, which carries a CVSS score of 8.8. This stack-based buffer overflow flaw allows unauthenticated attackers on the same local network to…

    SecurityOnlineExploitedCVE-2026-7273

Wed 17 Jun83 articles

  1. Windows crypto clipper malware hijacks clipboard via Tor

    The content discusses a newly identified Windows-based cryptocurrency clipper malware that has been affecting users since February 2026. This malware employs clipboard data theft to acquire valuable cryptocurrency information. It uniquely utilizes a portable…

    Microsoft
  2. Roblox Developers Lose Games to Malware via Fake Job Offers

    The article discusses the increasing threat of malware attacks on Roblox developers, who are losing entire games to hackers. The attackers use social engineering tactics to persuade developers to execute malware disguised as legitimate software, leading to…

    Malwarebytes
  3. Russian hackers breach Fortinet SSL VPN using GPU cluster

    A significant breach has been reported involving Fortinet firewalls, providing Russian-speaking attackers access to major organizations, including Oracle and Chevron. The breach compromised nearly 74,000 Fortinet devices across 194 countries, with plaintext…

    Ars Technica
  4. SOCRadar Launches Free FortiBleed Exposure Checker and Publishes the Most Extensive Dataset on the Fortinet Credential Leak

    SOCRadar has launched a free FortiBleed Exposure Checker, enabling organizations to check if their IP addresses or domains are compromised in the FortiBleed dataset. This dataset reveals a significant leak affecting tens of thousands of Fortinet firewalls,…

    SOCRadar
  5. INC ransomware hits over 800 victims, targets healthcare sector

    The article discusses the rise of the ransomware group INC, which specializes in ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) and has achieved notable success by targeting vulnerable sectors such as healthcare, where victims face immediate operational pressure to pay…

    Dark ReadingInc
  6. Microsoft MDASH AI scanner boosts vulnerability detection to 96.5%

    Microsoft introduced codename MDASH, a multi-model AI-powered scanning system for detecting and remediating software vulnerabilities. Unlike traditional methods that rely on fixed security reviews, MDASH operates at enterprise scale by integrating directly…

    Microsoft
  7. Splunk AI Toolkit flaw allows arbitrary command execution

    The Splunk AI Toolkit has two critical vulnerabilities: CVE-2026-20266, an OS Command Injection issue rated at CVSS 9.1, and CVE-2026-20265, an insecure default domain allowlist rated at CVSS 4.3. Patches are available in version 5.7.4. The OS Command…

    SecurityOnlineCVE-2026-20266
  8. Critical flaw in Gravity SMTP (CVE-2026-4020) exposes API keys

    The page discusses a critical vulnerability in the Gravity SMTP plugin, tracked as CVE-2026-4020, which currently has a CVSS score of 7.5. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to access sensitive information via a flawed REST API endpoint. The…

    SecurityOnlineCVE-2026-4020
  9. Cisco ISE flaw CVE-2026-20181 allows RCE, data leak feared

    The page discusses critical vulnerabilities in the Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and the ISE Passive Identity Connector (ISE-PIC). Two main vulnerabilities are highlighted: CVE-2026-20181, which allows remote code execution with a CVSS score of 9.1,…

    SecurityOnlineCVE-2026-20181
  10. Microsoft Named Leader in Forrester XDR Report for Q2 2026

    Microsoft has been recognized as a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Extended Detection and Response Platforms, Q2 2026. The company achieved the highest rankings in the Strategy category and Vision, receiving top scores in critical areas including identity…

    Microsoft
  11. Fake Reviews and AI Voices Fuel New Crypto Clipper Scam

    The article discusses a Crypto Clipper campaign that exploits fake reviews, AI narrators, and VirusTotal comments to defraud victims in cryptocurrency transactions. The campaign involves the use of social engineering tactics, where attackers manipulate…

    The Hacker News
  12. Anthropic pulls Claude Fable, Mythos models after US export ban

    Anthropic recently took its AI models, Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, offline due to a U.S. government export-control directive barring foreign access. The company had previously warned that these models possess capabilities for both cybersecurity defense and…

    Ars Technica
  13. Microsoft Defender zero day RoguePlanet triggers urgent patch work

    This article confirms the existence of a zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Defender, referred to as RoguePlanet. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue and announced that a patch is currently in development. The article emphasizes the importance of prompt…

    The Hacker News
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