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How Malware Uses Poems on GitHub to Control Thousands of Infected Servers

How Malware Uses Poems on GitHub to Control Thousands of Infected Servers

Discover how attackers cleverly use AI-generated poems on GitHub to hide control server locations and deploy cryptojacking malware across over 3,000 vulnerable servers worldwide.

Oct 8, 2026

How a Fake CIA Clearance Led to a $190M Fraud and What It Means for Security

How a Fake CIA Clearance Led to a $190M Fraud and What It Means for Security

A former CIA official faked credentials and created a bogus intelligence program to steal nearly $194 million, highlighting risks in clearance vetting and internal controls.

Oct 8, 2026

What You Need to Know About Fake TLS Certificates Used in Recent Domain Hijacking Attacks

What You Need to Know About Fake TLS Certificates Used in Recent Domain Hijacking Attacks

Hackers hijacked three country-code domains to issue fake TLS certificates for major websites, enabling phishing and traffic interception risks. Learn who is affected and what steps to take.

Oct 8, 2026

How Netgear’s Dark Web Monitoring Protects Your Personal Data

How Netgear’s Dark Web Monitoring Protects Your Personal Data

Netgear’s new dark web monitoring service alerts users if their personal data appears on the dark web, helping to mitigate risks from undisclosed data breaches.

Oct 7, 2026

Impact of Arizona Supreme Court Data Breach on 1.3 Million Americans

Impact of Arizona Supreme Court Data Breach on 1.3 Million Americans

A phishing attack on the Arizona Supreme Court exposed sensitive data of 1.3 million individuals including court records, highlighting risks of personalized cybercrime and the importance of data protection in judicial systems.

Oct 7, 2026

Why Microsoft Is Blocking .msix and .msixbundle Files in Outlook and What It Means for Security

Why Microsoft Is Blocking .msix and .msixbundle Files in Outlook and What It Means for Security

Microsoft will block .msix and .msixbundle attachments in Outlook to reduce malware risks. Learn why, who is affected, and what admins should do.

Oct 7, 2026

Can VPN Threat Protection Replace Dedicated Antivirus Software?

Can VPN Threat Protection Replace Dedicated Antivirus Software?

Explore how VPNs with built-in security compare to standalone antivirus products and why combining multiple protection layers is essential for complete cybersecurity.

Oct 7, 2026

How Fake AI Ads Target Marketers to Steal Google Business Accounts

How Fake AI Ads Target Marketers to Steal Google Business Accounts

Cybercriminals impersonate AI marketing tools using advanced browser-in-browser phishing to steal credentials and payment info from advertising accounts.

Oct 7, 2026

Most UK Workers Lack Training to Identify AI-Driven Cyber Threats

Most UK Workers Lack Training to Identify AI-Driven Cyber Threats

A large portion of UK employees have no training on AI-powered cyberattacks, creating significant gaps in organizational defenses and employee confidence against modern cyber risks.

Oct 7, 2026

Critical Microsoft Exchange Flaw Lets Hackers Access Internal Mailboxes—Immediate Patch Needed

Critical Microsoft Exchange Flaw Lets Hackers Access Internal Mailboxes—Immediate Patch Needed

A high-severity Microsoft Exchange vulnerability enables attackers with basic credentials to access colleagues' mailboxes. On-prem Exchange Server users must update now to prevent privilege escalation risks.

Oct 6, 2026

ASOS App Push Alert Sparks Security Concerns: What Customers Should Know

ASOS App Push Alert Sparks Security Concerns: What Customers Should Know

Many ASOS customers received a threatening push notification suggesting a hack. Learn what this means, potential risks, and steps to protect your data.

Oct 6, 2026

Understanding the ASOS Security Incident: What Customers Should Know

Understanding the ASOS Security Incident: What Customers Should Know

Customers received threatening notifications claiming ASOS data was compromised via its Snowflake cloud environment. Here's what this means for your data security.

Oct 6, 2026