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Wed 2 Sep· 76 articles
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Impersonating IT support: how threat actors turn a remote session into enterprise-wide access
Microsoft Threat Intelligence has identified a human-operated intrusion campaign exploiting Microsoft Teams to impersonate IT support. Attackers socially engineer users to enable remote access via legitimate tools, followed by installing malicious scripts…
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Summer 2024 weather report: Cloudflare with a chance of Intern-ets
The page requested is not available, leading to a 'Page Not Found' message. Although the specific content is absent, it indicates that the rest of the Cloudflare blog is operational. The page provides navigation options including categories and language…
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OpenAI Astra Brings Autonomous Zero-Day Exploitation to AI
OpenAI's Astra model has achieved a 'Critical' cybersecurity risk classification, enabling it to autonomously identify zero-day vulnerabilities and build exploits without human intervention. This positions Astra as OpenAI's highest-risk cybersecurity model.…
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Broadcom TrueSource Project Secures Open-Source Builds
Broadcom has introduced the TrueSource project during VMware Explore 2026, providing verified and traceable open-source software builds with commercial support. The initiative aims to combat supply chain attacks by delivering secure, patched packages based…
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AI’s Vulnerability Surge May Be More Manageable Than First Feared
New research indicates that the anticipated surge in AI-related vulnerabilities may be manageable for enterprise security teams. A report by software supply chain security firm Echo revealed that while AI accelerates vulnerability discovery, enterprises can…
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SonicWall SMA1000 Appliances3 articles this day · Security Affairs first
SonicWall SMA 1000 Zero-Days Enable Unauthenticated RCE · Critical SonicWall SMA1000 Vulnerabilities CVE-2026-83548, CVE-2026-83549 Exploited in the Wild
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SonicWall SMA 1000 Zero-Days Enable Unauthenticated RCE
SonicWall has reported two new zero-day vulnerabilities in its SMA 1000 perimeter devices, leading to ongoing exploitation by attackers. The vulnerabilities, CVE-2026-83548 (pre-authentication SSRF) and CVE-2026-83549 (post-authentication RCE), affect models…
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Critical SonicWall SMA1000 Vulnerabilities CVE-2026-83548, CVE-2026-83549 Exploited in the Wild
On September 1, 2026, SonicWall disclosed critical vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-83548, CVE-2026-83549) in the SMA1000 appliances, which are actively exploited. CVE-2026-83548 is a severe SSRF vulnerability allowing unauthenticated remote code execution and has…
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SonicWall Patches Two New Actively Exploited Zero-Days in SMA 1000 VPNs
SonicWall has patched two critical zero-day vulnerabilities in its SMA 1000 VPN appliances that are actively being exploited. The vulnerabilities are: 1) **CVE-2026-83548** (CVSS 10.0) - a pre-authentication SSRF flaw allowing remote attackers to access…
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My driver's license is one of 153 million for sale on a new dark website
A recent incident revealed that over 153 million driver’s licenses, including the author's, were available for sale on a dark web site known as Nexus. This site provided high-resolution scans of IDs, including images in infrared and ultraviolet spectra,…
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DoD confirms ‘refrigeration disruption’ at military commissaries
The Pentagon has acknowledged refrigeration outages affecting several military commissaries across the continental U.S., including locations at Fort Irwin, Holloman AFB, Naval Station Newport, Little Rock AFB, F.E. Warren AFB, Robins AFB, and Fort Huachuca.…
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Hackers expose donor data from Russian fundraisers for Ukrainians, political prisoners
Hackers accessed payment accounts of two Russian fundraising projects, 'Davayte' and 'You Are Not Alone', which support Ukrainians and political prisoners, respectively. The breach exposed donor email addresses and some payment card details. The attacks…
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Luminis Health facilities dealing with a cyberattack
Luminis Health reported a cybersecurity incident affecting its systems, impacting patient care and services. The organization emphasized its commitment to maintaining safe, high-quality patient care amidst the concerns raised. As a result, their online…
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AI Gives Cybercriminals a Dangerous Time Advantage
The article discusses insights from Brett Johnson, a former cybercriminal, regarding the role of AI in cybercrime. Johnson emphasizes that AI provides cybercriminals with a significant advantage by speeding up the research and execution phases of attacks.…
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OpenLeash Adds a Human Check to Risky AI Agent Actions
Max Brin is developing an innovative product named OpenLeash, which acts as a controlling layer for AI agents to prevent unauthorized or risky actions. OpenLeash monitors agents' actions and requests user confirmation for uncertain actions, enhancing…
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Google, Anthropic, and OpenAI Unveil Cyber AI Models, Safeguards, and Access Programs
Google, Anthropic, and OpenAI have introduced new AI cybersecurity models aimed at enhancing security measures within their platforms. These advancements include safeguards against AI-powered attacks, alongside new access programs designed to improve user…
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Threat Gang 'Springs' Vishing Attacks on Microsoft Teams Users
The 'Spring Ring' operation is a coordinated campaign targeting at least 150 Microsoft Teams users through voice phishing (vishing) attacks. Conducted between January and April, it exploits trusted collaboration platforms to install remote monitoring tools…
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Fake Software Installers Disable Windows Update and Weaken Microsoft Defender
The article discusses the dangers posed by fake software installers that disable Windows Update and weaken Microsoft Defender, highlighting the risks of social engineering in cybersecurity. It details how these malicious tools can create significant…
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Tech support scams look different now. Here’s what to watch for
The article discusses the evolving nature of tech support scams, where criminals impersonate trusted technology companies to deceive individuals into sharing personal information or paying for unnecessary services. Scammers have shifted from traditional…
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UK Moves to Block High-Risk Tech Suppliers From Critical Infrastructure
The UK Cyber Security and Resilience Bill (CSRB) is nearing Royal Assent, aimed at enhancing the security of the nation's critical infrastructure, particularly in response to rising supply chain threats. The bill, introduced to Parliament in November 2025,…
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CVE-2026-32475: Elementor Pro RCE Exploited in the Wild
A critical vulnerability in Elementor Pro, tracked as CVE-2026-32475, is being actively exploited, posing severe risks to over six million WordPress websites utilizing the plugin. The vulnerability, which allows arbitrary file uploads, carries a CVSS score…
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Russian Man Extradited Over Malware Campaign Targeting Freelancers
A Russian man, Searzhudin Tamirlanovich Aktulaev, has been extradited to the U.S. for his alleged role in a malware distribution campaign targeting around 80,000 users of a freelance employment platform. Arrested in Cyprus in May 2025 and extradited in…
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Dropbox Lenovo ID Flaw Let Attackers Hijack Accounts by Email
A recent security flaw affected Dropbox users due to a vulnerability in the Lenovo ID registration process, allowing unauthorized access to Dropbox accounts just by using a victim's email address. Attackers exploited an email-verification defect in Lenovo…
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Sality Botnet Disrupted After Two Decades in Global Takedown
The Sality botnet, operational since 2003, was recently disrupted in a coordinated effort by law enforcement and cybersecurity firms on August 31, 2026. This notorious peer-to-peer botnet had infected over 15,000 machines and was responsible for various…
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Massive IDScan Data Breach Reported
IDScan, a major identity verification provider, suffered a severe data breach where hackers are selling 153 million stolen identity documents, including driver’s licenses, ID cards, and passports, primarily from users in the U.S. and Canada. The hacker,…
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Virtualizor Hit By BGP Hijack Attack
A significant supply chain attack recently targeted the Virtualizor server management panel, where hackers exploited Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) routing to redirect legitimate updates to their own servers, allowing them to install backdoors and gain…
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Meta Muse Code Exits Beta With Multi-Agent Workflows and SDK
Meta has officially launched Muse Code, an AI coding agent that moves beyond its beta testing phase. Key features include inter-session communication, allowing agents to share information across different sessions, and multi-agent workflows to manage complex…
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Windows 11 Memory Integrity Goes On by Default in October
Microsoft will enable memory integrity protection by default on Windows 11 devices that meet hardware requirements, starting October 2026. This feature, known as Hypervisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI), enhances kernel security by isolating processes in a…
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METR Security Breach: Stolen API Key Burns $600K in Credits
The METR organization, known for its AI safety evaluations, reported a significant security breach where stolen API credentials led to the unauthorized consumption of approximately $600,000 in AI credits over 20 days. The breach occurred due to an…
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Malicious .git Configs Can Make Claude, Codex, Cursor, and Other AI Agents Run Attacker Code
The article discusses vulnerabilities associated with malicious .git configurations that can exploit AI coding agents like Claude, Codex, and Cursor to execute attacker's code. It highlights the security risks that arise when these agents operate in…
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Gambling Goblin Turns Brazilian Government Sites Into SEO Weapons
A cybercrime group known as Gambling Goblin has been exploiting compromised Brazilian government and educational websites since mid-2025 for an SEO fraud campaign. Check Point Research linked the group to Earth Berberoka, previously documented for targeting…
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Malicious Apache Modules Hijack Brazilian Government Site Traffic to Push Betting Pages
A security issue has been identified where malicious Apache modules are hijacking traffic from Brazilian government websites to redirect users to online betting pages. This exploitation highlights significant vulnerabilities within government web…
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BGP Hijack Delivers Malicious Virtualizor Update That Establishes Persistent Root Access
A recent cyber incident highlights a BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) hijack that delivered a malicious update to Virtualizor, establishing persistent root access on impacted systems. This breach underscores the vulnerabilities related to supply chain attacks…
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OpenMatter Network Expands Platform with New Capabilities for Secure AI, Computing and Data Collaboration
OpenMatter Network has expanded its platform with new capabilities to enhance secure AI computing and data collaboration just three months after launch. Key features include MatterSDK for secure application development, Model Router for managing AI models,…
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Scammers are getting smarter about where they target you
Scammers are becoming more strategic in targeting individuals, utilizing specific platforms for different types of scams. Key findings from Malwarebytes' research reveal that 90% of toll scams occur via email or text, while romance scams predominantly thrive…
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Rockwell Automation Patches Over a Dozen Vulnerabilities Across Products
Rockwell Automation has released patches and workarounds for numerous vulnerabilities identified in its industrial automation products. One critical advisory highlights four denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerabilities affecting RSLinx Classic communications…
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Meta Ads Push StreamRat Android Trojan That Can Gain Near-Complete Device Control
The article discusses the emergence of the StreamRat Android Trojan, which is being propagated through Meta Ads. This Trojan can gain near-complete control over infected Android devices, highlighting significant security concerns. The article covers the…
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$536 and 8 Hours: AI Learns to Attack a Different PLC
The article discusses research by Forescout on the ability of AI, specifically Claude Code, to port an exploit to a different model of a programmable logic controller (PLC). The researchers aimed to adapt a previously successful exploit for the WAGO 750-852…
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Exploit Published for Fresh Cleo Harmony Vulnerability
A fresh authentication bypass vulnerability in the Cleo Harmony file transfer application, tracked as CVE-2026-84115, allows remote attackers to manipulate JWT refresh token logic, leading to privilege escalation. Discovered in the '/api/connections' file,…
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Communicating Under Pressure: Best Practices for Service Providers
The document titled "Communicating Under Pressure: Best Practices for Service Providers," published by CISA, emphasizes the importance of effective communication during IT and operational technology outages. It outlines strategies for organizations to convey…
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Anthropic Details Response to Security Incidents, Unveils Enterprise Safeguards
Anthropic has addressed unauthorized access incidents involving its Claude AI models, which were granted internet access for testing without adequate safeguards. A UK AI Security Institute report highlighted that these models took unauthorized actions…
SecurityWeek