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Remote teams
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

OPM seeks cybersecurity talent to join Tech Force

The Office of Personnel Management is recruiting cybersecurity employees through the U.S. Tech Force to address workforce shortages in federal agencies.
Healthcare
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Services at Brockton hospital return to normal more than a week after cyberattack

A Brockton hospital resumed normal operations after a cybersecurity incident caused temporary service shutdowns and diverted ambulances.
Careers
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

CISO Conversations: Ross McKerchar, CISO at Sophos

Ross McKerchar transitioned from IT to cybersecurity, becoming CISO at Sophos, emphasizing leadership skills and the growing cybersecurity profession.
Higher education
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

CISA cancels CyberCorps summer internship hiring amid DHS shutdown

CISA reversed its decision to onboard summer interns due to a funding lapse in the Department of Homeland Security.
Silicon Valley
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Dumbest Hack of the Year Exposed a Very Real Problem

A cyberattack in Silicon Valley exploited weak passwords to spoof crosswalk button recordings with voices of tech CEOs, raising security concerns.
Healthcare
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Services at Brockton hospital return to normal more than a week after cyberattack

A Brockton hospital resumed normal operations after a cybersecurity incident caused temporary service shutdowns and diverted ambulances.
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
2 hours ago

The 3 PR Strategies I Stopped Recommending to Clients After They Backfired

Traditional press releases are losing effectiveness; personalized pitches to journalists yield better results.
#ransomware
Healthcare
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

What "The Pitt" Gets Right About Ransomware and What Hospitals Can't Afford to Ignore

Ransomware incidents in healthcare lead to significant operational fallout, requiring extensive recovery efforts beyond just paying the ransom.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Autovista blames ransomware for service disruption

Autovista is addressing a ransomware infection affecting its systems in Europe and Australia, prioritizing the secure restoration of impacted applications.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Ransomware Response: How Businesses Regain Control Under Pressure

Ransomware attacks create urgent pressure, forcing quick decisions and impacting operations, legal obligations, and overall enterprise strategy.
Healthcare
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

What "The Pitt" Gets Right About Ransomware and What Hospitals Can't Afford to Ignore

Ransomware incidents in healthcare lead to significant operational fallout, requiring extensive recovery efforts beyond just paying the ransom.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Autovista blames ransomware for service disruption

Autovista is addressing a ransomware infection affecting its systems in Europe and Australia, prioritizing the secure restoration of impacted applications.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Ransomware Response: How Businesses Regain Control Under Pressure

Ransomware attacks create urgent pressure, forcing quick decisions and impacting operations, legal obligations, and overall enterprise strategy.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
13 hours ago

One year on from the M&S cyber attack: What did we learn? | Computer Weekly

Marks & Spencer experienced a significant cyber attack in April 2025, disrupting services and highlighting vulnerabilities in third-party tech suppliers.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
12 hours ago

Congress Turns Up Pressure on DHS Over Palantir's Role in Immigration Crackdown

Members of Congress demand DHS and ICE disclose details on surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

People who are excellent in emergencies and fall apart during ordinary weeks aren't wired wrong. Their nervous system was calibrated for crisis, and calm registers as the absence of signal rather than the presence of safety. They function brilliantly when the house is burning because fire is the only temperature that feels familiar. - Silicon Canals

The autonomic nervous system has a social engagement system that affects how individuals respond to stress and calm.
#crisis-management
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The person who thrives during a crisis and falls apart during ordinary weeks isn't broken. Their entire operating system was built for emergencies, and peace registers as a system error because they never learned what competence feels like without urgency underneath it. - Silicon Canals

Crisis-thrivers are often dysregulated, struggling with normalcy after emergencies, revealing a deeper issue with their nervous system's response to stress.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The person who thrives during a crisis and falls apart during ordinary weeks isn't broken. Their entire operating system was built for emergencies, and peace registers as a system error because they never learned what competence feels like without urgency underneath it. - Silicon Canals

Crisis-thrivers are often dysregulated, struggling with normalcy after emergencies, revealing a deeper issue with their nervous system's response to stress.
#microsoft
Information security
fromZero Day Initiative
2 days ago

Zero Day Initiative - The April 2026 Security Update Review

Several critical vulnerabilities in Microsoft products require attention, particularly those related to Office, RDP, Active Directory, and .NET Framework.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Microsoft Patches Exploited SharePoint Zero-Day and 160 Other Vulnerabilities

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday updates address 165 vulnerabilities, including a critical SharePoint zero-day exploit tracked as CVE-2026-32201.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Microsoft faces fresh Windows Recall security concerns

A new tool, TotalRecall Reloaded, extracts data from Microsoft's redesigned Recall feature, raising ongoing security and privacy concerns.
Information security
fromZero Day Initiative
2 days ago

Zero Day Initiative - The April 2026 Security Update Review

Several critical vulnerabilities in Microsoft products require attention, particularly those related to Office, RDP, Active Directory, and .NET Framework.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Microsoft Patches Exploited SharePoint Zero-Day and 160 Other Vulnerabilities

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday updates address 165 vulnerabilities, including a critical SharePoint zero-day exploit tracked as CVE-2026-32201.
Social media marketing
fromAxios
2 days ago

The first AI-era war is a "slopaganda" battle to control memes

AI-generated content is rapidly spreading propaganda, making it easier for influencers to adopt conspiracy theories.
#cybercrime
Information security
fromTechCrunch
6 hours ago

European police email 75,000 people asking them to stop DDoS attacks | TechCrunch

A global law enforcement operation targeted over 75,000 alleged cybercriminals using DDoS-for-hire services, resulting in arrests and domain takedowns.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
6 hours ago

European police email 75,000 people asking them to stop DDoS attacks | TechCrunch

A global law enforcement operation targeted over 75,000 alleged cybercriminals using DDoS-for-hire services, resulting in arrests and domain takedowns.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Dangerous Apps In the Web of Data Brokers

Smartphone apps collect detailed location data, often shared with data brokers, posing security risks to users, including soldiers and government officials.
#ai
fromTechzine Global
3 days ago
Information security

Runtime security becomes critical as AI accelerates threats

Artificial intelligence accelerates innovation and cyber threats, necessitating a focus on runtime security for effective enterprise protection.
Information security
fromFortune
6 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Is Mythos a blessing or a curse for cybersecurity? It depends on whom you ask

Claude Mythos AI model may enhance cybersecurity defenses but also poses risks for hackers due to its ability to identify vulnerabilities and create exploits.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

GPT-5.4-Cyber aims to further embed AI in cybersecurity

OpenAI's GPT-5.4-Cyber enhances generative AI for cybersecurity, focusing on defensive applications and providing trusted users with advanced capabilities.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
3 days ago

Runtime security becomes critical as AI accelerates threats

Artificial intelligence accelerates innovation and cyber threats, necessitating a focus on runtime security for effective enterprise protection.
Information security
fromFortune
6 days ago

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.
fromNature
3 days ago

Researchers: here's how to audit your fragmented digital identity

A search for 'Guo Wei' in ORCID returned 616 profiles, none affiliated with the Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, highlighting the difficulty in verifying academic identities.
Higher education
#data-breach
EU data protection
fromTNW | Data-Security
3 days ago

Basic-Fit hit by hack affecting members across multiple countries, including 200,000 in the Netherlands

Basic-Fit experienced a data breach affecting 200,000 members, exposing personal and bank details but not passwords or identity documents.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

McGraw Hill Data Breach Caused by Salesforce Misconfiguration

McGraw Hill experienced a data breach linked to a Salesforce misconfiguration, with ShinyHunters claiming to have stolen 45 million records.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Hack at Anodot leaves over a dozen breached companies facing extortion | TechCrunch

Hackers stole data from multiple companies after breaching Anodot, exposing customers to extortion and potential data publication.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Data-Security
3 days ago

Basic-Fit hit by hack affecting members across multiple countries, including 200,000 in the Netherlands

Basic-Fit experienced a data breach affecting 200,000 members, exposing personal and bank details but not passwords or identity documents.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

McGraw Hill Data Breach Caused by Salesforce Misconfiguration

McGraw Hill experienced a data breach linked to a Salesforce misconfiguration, with ShinyHunters claiming to have stolen 45 million records.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Hack at Anodot leaves over a dozen breached companies facing extortion | TechCrunch

Hackers stole data from multiple companies after breaching Anodot, exposing customers to extortion and potential data publication.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
#security
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

The Hidden ROI of Visibility: Better Decisions, Better Behavior, Better Security

Visibility through security measures can deter undesirable behavior and enhance safety in challenging situations.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

The Hidden ROI of Visibility: Better Decisions, Better Behavior, Better Security

Visibility through security measures can deter undesirable behavior and enhance safety in challenging situations.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Ancient Excel bug comes out of retirement for active attacks

A 17-year-old critical Excel vulnerability is actively being exploited, prompting CISA to issue a patch deadline for federal agencies.
DevOps
fromInfoQ
3 weeks ago

Panel: Security Against Modern Threats

Modern threats to software supply chains require resilience by design, integrating security into engineering workflows and empowering developers with the right tools.
#executive-protection
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Beyond the Bodyguard: Why Executive Protection Requires a New Playbook

The executive protection model must evolve from a reactive approach to a comprehensive security infrastructure due to increased accessibility of personal information.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Beyond the Bodyguard: Why Executive Protection Requires a New Playbook

The executive protection model must evolve from a reactive approach to a comprehensive security infrastructure due to increased accessibility of personal information.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
#fbi
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

FBI confirms major breach of surveillance system, exposing sensitive data and potentially revealing criminal probes and surveillance targets.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Information security

FBI announces takedown of phishing operation that targeted thousands of victims | TechCrunch

Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Breach of FBI Surveillance System Considered a "Major Incident," Security Experts Weigh In

FBI confirms major breach of surveillance system, exposing sensitive data and potentially revealing criminal probes and surveillance targets.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago
Information security

FBI announces takedown of phishing operation that targeted thousands of victims | TechCrunch

Information security
fromThe Hacker News
13 hours ago

Cisco Patches Four Critical Identity Services, Webex Flaws Enabling Code Execution

Cisco has released patches for four critical security vulnerabilities in Identity Services and Webex Services that could allow unauthorized access and code execution.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
14 hours ago

NIST Prioritizes NVD Enrichment for CVEs in CISA KEV, Critical Software

NIST updates its National Vulnerability Database operations to prioritize enriching critical CVEs due to a surge in submissions.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

ICS Patch Tuesday: 8 Industrial Giants Publish New Security Advisories

Multiple industrial giants have released new ICS security advisories addressing various vulnerabilities since the last Patch Tuesday.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

$10 Domain Could Have Handed Hackers 25k Endpoints, Including in OT and Gov Networks

A sophisticated threat disguised as adware compromised over 25,000 endpoints, allowing silent control through an unregistered domain.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

'By Design' Flaw in MCP Could Enable Widespread AI Supply Chain Attacks

MCP's architectural flaw allows adversarial takeover of user systems, exposing sensitive data and enabling malware installation.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

We're in a new era of heightened CEO safety measures, security pros say

This attack is just shedding light on the fact that you're even more vulnerable outside of the office, said Don Aviv, CEO of Interfor International, a security consultancy.
Information security
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

Analysis of 216M Security Findings Shows a 4x Increase In Critical Risk (2026 Report)

Critical risk findings surged by nearly 400% amid a 52% increase in raw alert volume, driven by AI-assisted development.
#cisa
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Organizations Warned of Exploited Windows, Adobe Acrobat Vulnerabilities

CISA expanded its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog with seven new vulnerabilities, including critical Windows and Adobe flaws.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 weeks ago

CISA Flags Critical PTC Vulnerability That Had German Police Mobilized

CISA warns of a critical vulnerability in PTC's Windchill software, with potential for exploitation despite no current evidence of attacks.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Organizations Warned of Exploited Windows, Adobe Acrobat Vulnerabilities

CISA expanded its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog with seven new vulnerabilities, including critical Windows and Adobe flaws.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 weeks ago

CISA Flags Critical PTC Vulnerability That Had German Police Mobilized

CISA warns of a critical vulnerability in PTC's Windchill software, with potential for exploitation despite no current evidence of attacks.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

The New Battleground of Cybersecurity

I've always had what I would consider a hacker mindset, a curiosity to take things apart, understand them, and use that knowledge to solve problems. That mindset took me on a circuitous route into the cybersecurity industry; after being kicked out of high school for hacking computer systems, I worked a range of jobs, managing office supply companies by day and cracking Wi-Fi networks by night until I started a Digital Forensics degree which led me to the world of security research.
Science
Tech industry
fromDataBreaches.Net
2 months ago

INC ransomware opsec fail allowed data recovery for 12 US orgs - DataBreaches.Net

Researchers recovered data stolen by the INC ransomware gang from a dozen U.S. organizations after an operational security failure exposed attacker infrastructure.
fromFinbold
2 days ago

Kraken insider extortion reveals remote work security blind spot

"Shortly after access was terminated, we began receiving extortion demands. The criminals threatened to distribute materials from both the February 2025 incident and the recent incident to media outlets and on social media if we did not comply. We will not pay these criminals," Percoco stated.
Information security
Information security
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

UK gov's Mythos AI tests help separate cybersecurity threat from hype

Mythos outperformed previous models in TLO tests, showing capability in attacking vulnerable systems but still facing limitations in complex scenarios.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Adobe Patches 55 Vulnerabilities Across 11 Products

Adobe's Patch Tuesday updates address 55 vulnerabilities across 11 products, with critical ColdFusion flaws requiring immediate attention.
Information security
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Ransomware scum, other crims exploit 4 old Microsoft bugs

Four Microsoft vulnerabilities are actively exploited, including one from 2012, prompting CISA to urge federal agencies to patch them within two weeks.
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

MITRE Releases Fight Fraud Framework

"These incidents involve the intentional use of deceptive or illegal practices to fraudulently obtain money, assets, or information from individuals or institutions, and include actions carried out over cyber channels."
Information security
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 week ago

The Hidden Cost of Recurring Credential Incidents

Credential incidents cause significant operational costs and disruptions, impacting IT teams and overall business productivity beyond just breach prevention.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

Why Operationalizing AI Security Is the Next Great Enterprise Hurdle

Security operations lag behind rapid tech advancements, leading to inefficiencies and risks in managing numerous security tools.
#ai-cybersecurity
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

The New Rules of Engagement: Matching Agentic Attack Speed

AI-enabled cyberattacks are currently occurring, with significant impacts on organizations and a widening gap between attackers and defenders.
Information security
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

1 in 2 security leaders say they're not ready for AI attacks - 4 actions to take now

AI-powered cybercrime is a significant and growing threat to businesses, with many feeling unprotected.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Information security

The biggest AI threats come from within - 12 ways to defend your organization

Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

The New Rules of Engagement: Matching Agentic Attack Speed

AI-enabled cyberattacks are currently occurring, with significant impacts on organizations and a widening gap between attackers and defenders.
Information security
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

1 in 2 security leaders say they're not ready for AI attacks - 4 actions to take now

AI-powered cybercrime is a significant and growing threat to businesses, with many feeling unprotected.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Information security

The biggest AI threats come from within - 12 ways to defend your organization

Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 week ago

Multi-OS Cyberattacks: How SOCs Close a Critical Risk in 3 Steps

Multi-OS attacks complicate SOC operations, leading to delays, fragmented evidence, and increased escalation volume, ultimately allowing attackers more time to operate.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

Mobile Attack Surface Expands as Enterprises Lose Control

Mobile device security is inadequate, with many organizations using critically outdated operating systems and exposing sensitive data to potential attacks.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

The Great Security Culture Shift: Building a Proactive Defense in an Era of Advanced Threats and Social Engineering

Hackers exploit DLL side-loading on trusted platforms like LinkedIn to deliver malware through seemingly legitimate file attachments, bypassing traditional security defenses and compromising entire corporate networks.
#incident-response
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Understanding Breaches Before and After They Happen: What Every Organization Should Know

Most security breaches result from neglected fundamentals—human error, unpatched systems, weak authentication, and poor network segmentation—rather than advanced, novel exploits.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Vulnerability exploits now dominate intrusions

Exploit of disclosed vulnerabilities now causes most intrusions, with attackers weaponizing new flaws within hours while many organizations patch slowly.
Information security
fromMedium
3 months ago

Where DFIR Fits in NIST's Cyber AI Profile

DFIR is a cross-cutting capability essential to operationalizing the Cyber AI Profile's Secure, Defend, and Thwart focus areas.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

From Triage to Threat Hunts: How AI Accelerates SecOps

Agentic AI augments SOC analysts by automating triage and investigations, decoupling investigation capacity from headcount and surfacing true threats from all alerts.
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