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Stories from across the site that focus on cybersecurity.

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

AI Agents and Security: Managing Inherited Risks, Not Inventing Them

AI Agents and Security: Managing Inherited Risks, Not Inventing Them

AI agents amplify existing security gaps rather than introduce new categories of risk. Learn how to focus on visibility and controls for practical defense.

Oct 7, 2026

Webroot Antivirus: Comprehensive Protection for Your Devices at Up to 50% Off

Webroot Antivirus: Comprehensive Protection for Your Devices at Up to 50% Off

Discover how Webroot's cloud-based antivirus secures multiple devices from viruses, ransomware, and identity theft with affordable plans starting at $34.99/year.

Oct 6, 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

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

How Fake Social Media Deals on Big Brands Steal Your Payment Data

How Fake Social Media Deals on Big Brands Steal Your Payment Data

Fake online discounts on brands like Lego and Calvin Klein on social media hide sophisticated phishing scams using malware that captures your credentials before submission.

Oct 5, 2026

What the Takedown of KillSec Ransomware Gang Means for Cybersecurity

What the Takedown of KillSec Ransomware Gang Means for Cybersecurity

Europol-led Operation KillSwitch disrupted the KillSec ransomware gang, seizing data, infrastructure, and making arrests, including key operators, marking a major blow against ransomware threats.

Oct 2, 2026

Why Many Business Continuity Plans Fail the Cyberattack Test

Why Many Business Continuity Plans Fail the Cyberattack Test

Nearly half of businesses can't maintain operations during a cyberattack. Here’s how to close the resilience gap and build a plan that works under fire.

Oct 2, 2026

Branch Target Reuse: The Spectre Variant Threatening JIT Compilers

Branch Target Reuse: The Spectre Variant Threatening JIT Compilers

Branch Target Reuse (BTR) revives the Spectre vulnerability by exploiting CPU prediction in JIT engines, impacting Intel-based Linux systems with new side-channel attacks and requiring timely patching.

Sep 30, 2026

How Banks Should Strengthen Resilience Against AI-Driven Cyberattacks

How Banks Should Strengthen Resilience Against AI-Driven Cyberattacks

AI attacks can outpace traditional banking security measures. Learn how financial institutions should adapt their resilience and governance strategies now.

Sep 30, 2026

ShinyHunters Exploit Oracle PeopleSoft Again: What You Need to Know

ShinyHunters Exploit Oracle PeopleSoft Again: What You Need to Know

ShinyHunters hackers bypassed mitigations to exploit a critical Oracle PeopleSoft vulnerability. Applying patches remains essential to defend against expanded global attacks.

Sep 29, 2026