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Thu 16 Jul63 articles

  1. Teens jailed 5½ years for Transport for London hack spree

    Thalha Jubair, 20, and Owen Flowers, 18, were sentenced to 5 years and 6 months in prison for hacking Transport for London at Woolwich Crown Court. Mr. Justice Turner criticized their actions as selfish bravado neglecting others' consequences. During the…

    DataBreaches
  2. AI agents duped into obeying attackers via data injection flaw

    A new agent data injection attack exploits AI agents, causing them to misclick or execute commands from attackers. This highlights vulnerabilities in AI security, emphasizing a need for increased protection against manipulation. Organizations are urged to…

    The Hacker News
  3. Israeli Startup Oak Raises $60M to Build AI Powered Identity OS

    Israeli startup Oak has secured $60 million in seed funding to develop an AI-driven Identity Operating System aimed at consolidating identity governance. Co-founded by Shai Morag and Tal Marom, the platform intends to replace legacy systems by providing…

    SecurityWeek
  4. Daxin malware back in Taiwan, linked to Stupig backdoor

    The article discusses the resurgence of the Daxin malware in Taiwan alongside the Stupig pre-login SYSTEM backdoor, indicating a rise in cyber espionage and malware activities. It emphasizes the need for stronger cybersecurity measures as these threats…

    The Hacker News
  5. Unit 42 researchers expose AI written TuxBot v3 IoT botnet

    Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42 identified TuxBot v3, a new IoT botnet framework that utilizes AI for code development. Notably, the large language model (LLM) used by the developer left its safety disclaimers in the code, which is present in all sixty-one C…

    Security Affairs
  6. Splunk and Zoom patch critical flaws, including CVE-2026-53412

    Splunk and Zoom have issued patches for several vulnerabilities in their products. Splunk addressed three specific high-severity flaws (CVE-2026-20296, CVE-2026-20297, CVE-2026-20298) in versions 10.4.1, 10.2.5, 10.0.8, and 9.4.13, alongside critical issues…

    SecurityWeekCVE-2026-20296
  7. Adobe, Chrome, Firefox, VMware and Zoom patch critical flaws

    Security updates have been released for various software, including Adobe products, Chrome, Firefox, VMware, and Zoom. Adobe patched critical flaws in ColdFusion, Commerce, and Experience Manager. Google addressed 15 security vulnerabilities in Chrome, while…

    Malwarebytes
  8. AI spots software bugs fast, but humans still vital for security

    The article discusses the effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) in identifying software bugs, emphasizing that while AI can detect issues efficiently, human expertise remains crucial for validation and comprehensive understanding. It highlights the…

    The Hacker News
  9. Samsung Clarifies Health Data Opt Out Won't Delete Sync Data

    Samsung recently faced backlash from users of its health app after introducing a consent toggle that threatened to delete users' health data unless they agreed to allow it to be used for AI training. Following significant user pushback and inquiries, Samsung…

    Malwarebytes
  10. AI Adoption in Security Surges, But Governance Falls Short

    The SANS Institute alerts that while AI adoption in cybersecurity surged to 78%, a significant governance gap persists. Interviews with 536 cybersecurity practitioners revealed that 63% faced serious issues in threat detection and response, highlighting…

    Infosecurity
  11. Critical flaw in Shark vacuums lets hackers hijack home networks

    A critical vulnerability in Shark vacuum cleaners allows attackers to control multiple devices across a region due to an unpatched flaw. This highlights ongoing issues in IoT security, emphasizing the need for stronger protections and awareness around device…

    The Hacker News
  12. 2 articles this day · SecurityOnline first · 2 outlets

    F5 patches NGINX heap overflow bug CVE-2026-42533 in eight fixes · F5 patches NGINX memory flaw enabling remote code executionShow 2 articles
  13. Claude Code and DeepSeek Powered Chinese Cyber Espionage Campaign

    The report highlights a Chinese cyber espionage campaign utilizing Claude Code and DeepSeek to automate attacks targeting government systems and financial firms. Hunt.io researchers discovered this campaign in June 2026 through compromised servers in Hong…

    Security Affairs
  14. US launches Gold Eagle AI scheme to boost vulnerability fixes

    The US government has launched the Gold Eagle initiative to enhance AI-driven vulnerability management, aiming to accelerate the detection and remediation of cyber vulnerabilities. Collaborating with agencies like CISA, the Treasury, and private sector…

    Infosecurity
  15. China's military bans over a dozen cyber firms for bid rigging

    Research from Natto Thoughts reveals that China's military procurement system has suspended or banned over a dozen cybersecurity vendors due to contract bidding misconduct. Between 2021 and 2026, there were at least 21 enforcement actions. The penalties…

    SecurityWeek
  16. OpenAI launches GPTRed to test prompt injection in GPT 5.6

    OpenAI's GPT-Red has been developed to automate prompt injection testing aimed at strengthening the security of the GPT-5.6 model. The initiative focuses on utilizing red teaming techniques and enhancing software security measures to bolster the safeguards…

    The Hacker News
  17. ESET warns outdated Microsoft UEFI shims can bypass Secure Boot

    ESET has warned about vulnerabilities in old Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) shim bootloaders signed by Microsoft that could allow attackers to bypass Secure Boot protections. There are 11 UEFI shims identified, mostly from version 0.9 and…

    SecurityWeekCVE-2026-8863
  18. Zoom patches critical Windows account takeover flaw CVE-2026-53412

    Zoom has addressed a critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-53412, which allows unauthenticated attackers to take over user accounts on Windows systems with a CVSS score of 9.8. This flaw affects older versions of the Zoom Desktop Client, VDI Client,…

    Security AffairsCVE-2026-53412
  19. Zoom patches Windows flaw that could hijack user accounts

    Zoom has released a critical update addressing a vulnerability in its Windows application that could allow attackers to take over user accounts. This patch aims to enhance enterprise security, ensuring safer user interactions and protecting sensitive…

    The Hacker News
  20. International police bust €140m cyber fraud, arrest four

    Law enforcement across Spain, Portugal, and the U.S. dismantled a sophisticated €140 million cyber fraud operation involving over 70 individuals, 19 registered companies, and nearly 1,000 financial accounts. The criminal gang executed various cyber scams…

    Dark Reading
  21. LegacyHive zero day exploit targets Windows profile hives

    Nightmare Eclipse, a security researcher, has released a new zero-day exploit called LegacyHive that targets a local privilege escalation vulnerability in Windows User Profile Service. This exploit allows attackers to gain access to other users' hives,…

    SecurityWeek
  22. Trend Micro, Tanium, ESET and Tenable Patch Severe Product Vulnerabilities

    The article discusses recent important updates from cybersecurity companies Trend Micro, ESET, Tenable, and Tanium that address critical vulnerabilities in their products. \n1. **Tenable** fixed a critical path traversal vulnerability allowing potential…

    SecurityWeekCVE-2026-15265
  23. Threat Level Green as Handler Manuel Santander Oversees Brief

    The content provides an overview of the current threat level, which is categorized as 'green'. It features information about the handler on duty, Manuel Humberto Santander Pelaez, and includes links to previous posts and podcasts related to the topic.…

    SANS ISC
  24. Microsoft Warns Malicious npm Packages via GitHub Actions Exploit

    On July 14, 2026, Microsoft discovered a coordinated supply chain attack affecting the @asyncapi npm organization. Malicious versions of five packages were republished, embedding a harmful loader that activated during module imports, bypassing typical npm…

    Microsoft

Wed 15 Jul63 articles

  1. Runtime Security for Third-Party GitHub Actions Runners: Bitrise, Blacksmith, Depot, Namespace, and Warp

    The article discusses the integration of Harden-Runner, a security tool designed to protect third-party GitHub Actions runners, which now includes support for Bitrise macOS runners in version 2.20.0, along with Blacksmith, Depot, Namespace, and Warp. It…

    StepSecurity
  2. Harden Runner v2.20.0 adds egress block mode to stop secret leaks

    Harden-Runner v2.20.0 introduces egress block mode for macOS and Windows GitHub-hosted runners, enhancing security by preventing secret exfiltration across all supported operating systems. Previous attacks exposed vulnerabilities where compromised workflows…

    StepSecurity
  3. Device Policy secures VS Code extensions with MDM and Terraform

    The article introduces Device Policy, a new feature that allows security teams to enforce a list of approved VS Code extensions across their organization using tools like Intune, Jamf, or the DMG agent. Key points include: 1. **Functionality**: Device Policy…

    StepSecurity
  4. CISA alerts on active KNX flaw CVE‑2023‑4346, urges action

    On 15 July 2026, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added CVE‑2023‑4346 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalogue. The flaw affects the KNX Association’s KNX Protocol Connection Authorization Option 1. It is an overly…

    CISAExploitedCVE-2023-4346
  5. CISA flags Oracle E‑Business Suite flaw CVE‑2026‑46817 in KEV

    CISA has added CVE‑2026‑46817 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalogue, affecting Oracle’s E‑Business Suite. The vulnerability, named Oracle E‑Business Suite Improper Privilege Management Vulnerability, allows an unauthenticated attacker with network…

    CISAExploitedCVE-2026-46817
  6. ESET Finds 11 UEFI Shim Bootloaders Undermining Secure Boot Trust

    The article discusses the discovery of 11 vulnerable UEFI shim bootloaders that have been trusted for years, exposing a critical blind spot in Secure Boot systems. These bootloaders, discovered by ESET, could allow attackers to bypass Secure Boot protections…

    Dark Reading
  7. Identity Attacks Now Drive Most Ransomware, Phishing Tops List

    A recent report by Sophos reveals that identity attacks are now the leading cause of ransomware, surpassing previous reliance on software vulnerabilities. Key findings show that malicious emails (26%) and phishing (24%) constitute the top exploit methods,…

    Dark Reading
  8. HiveLegacy exploit lets users hijack Windows admin accounts

    Following a record number of security patches released by Microsoft, a researcher published an exploit called HiveLegacy that allows low-privileged Windows accounts to modify administrator accounts. The exploit targets vulnerabilities in the Windows User…

    Ars Technica
  9. TELEPUZ spreads via ClickFix-VIDAR social engineering attack

    TELEPUZ is a new modular malware discovered spreading through CLICKFIX-VIDAR attacks. It is lightweight and under active development with a growing presence on VirusTotal. The infection process starts with social engineering tactics that prompt users to…

    elastic.co
  10. Western Allies Warn of Russian APT Router Attacks Globally

    The US and allied governments have issued warnings regarding Russian state-sponsored Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups targeting poorly secured network devices, particularly routers, to compromise critical infrastructure globally. These threats are…

    Security AffairsRussian FSB Center 16
  11. Calgary 911 Worker Charged with Breach of Trust Over Data Leak

    Calgary police charged a City of Calgary 911 employee after an investigation into unauthorized disclosure of confidential information. The investigation, which began in January, revealed that the employee allegedly accessed and shared sensitive emergency…

    DataBreaches
  12. LLM Powered TuxBot v3 Raises Stakes for IoT Security

    The article discusses the evolution of TuxBot v3, a notable development in IoT botnet capabilities powered by large language models (LLMs). It highlights the implications of this evolution for cybersecurity, particularly in risk containment and the…

    The Hacker News
  13. Dark Reading launches DR Global Europe to tailor EU cyber intel

    Dark Reading has launched a new section called DR Global Europe, targeting cybersecurity professionals in the EU and UK. This initiative aims to provide tailored intelligence and insights specific to Europe's unique cybersecurity landscape, which experiences…

    Dark Reading
  14. Law Firm Sued Over May Data Breach Negligence Claim

    A class action lawsuit has been filed against Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale & Dorr in the US District Court for the District of Columbia, alleging negligence and contract damages for failing to protect the personal information of clients during a May data…

    DataBreaches
  15. World Leaks Ransomware Group Exposes Kudankulam Nuclear Plant Data

    Ransomware group World Leaks has leaked a significant amount of data on the dark web related to India’s largest nuclear plant, the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant. This includes alleged blueprints and supplier details from Reliance Group, a contractor…

    DataBreachesWorld Leaks
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