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How a Linux Kernel Killswitch Could Enhance Security by Disabling Vulnerable Functions

How a Linux Kernel Killswitch Could Enhance Security by Disabling Vulnerable Functions

Discover how a proposed Linux kernel killswitch aims to halt buggy functions to mitigate security risks, improving system stability and protection from exploits.

May 11, 2026

Beware Fake OpenAI Repositories Distributing Infostealer Malware

Beware Fake OpenAI Repositories Distributing Infostealer Malware

A malicious repository posing as an OpenAI project tops Hugging Face but only spreads dangerous infostealer malware, using fake likes from bot accounts.

May 11, 2026

Understanding the 'Dirty Frag' Linux Security Flaw and Its Impact

Understanding the 'Dirty Frag' Linux Security Flaw and Its Impact

A critical Linux vulnerability known as 'Dirty Frag' lets attackers gain root access on major distributions. No fixes are available yet, posing significant risk to users and admins.

May 8, 2026

Top 5 Tips for Choosing the Right Password Manager

Top 5 Tips for Choosing the Right Password Manager

Discover expert advice on selecting a password manager that balances security, usability, and features to protect your online accounts effectively.

May 7, 2026

Google Increases Security Bug Bounties to $1.5 Million for Android and Chrome

Google Increases Security Bug Bounties to $1.5 Million for Android and Chrome

Google has raised its maximum security bug bounty to $1.5 million, focusing on Linux kernel vulnerabilities in Android and Chrome, rewarding hard-to-detect issues beyond AI detection.

May 6, 2026

Daemon Tools app compromised: hackers use backdoor to target specific sectors

Daemon Tools app compromised: hackers use backdoor to target specific sectors

A backdoor discovered in a popular Daemon Tools app is exploited in a two-stage hacking operation targeting government, science, and retail sectors in Russia, Belarus, and Thailand.

May 6, 2026

How Sophisticated Phishing Campaigns Target Microsoft Users and Bypass MFA

How Sophisticated Phishing Campaigns Target Microsoft Users and Bypass MFA

Explore how recent advanced phishing attacks aim to steal Microsoft credentials and bypass multifactor authentication, affecting 35,000 users worldwide.

May 5, 2026

Why Software Defects Are the Leading Security Vulnerability Today

Why Software Defects Are the Leading Security Vulnerability Today

Explore how software bugs and misconfigurations have become the top security risks, equalling traditional hacking threats, and what this means for users and organizations.

May 4, 2026

Why Enterprise Governance Is Moving to the Middleware Layer

Why Enterprise Governance Is Moving to the Middleware Layer

Hybrid IT makes governance harder. Here’s why enterprises are pushing policy, security, and visibility into the middleware layer.

May 1, 2026

Apricorn 32TB Encrypted Drive: What It Fixes and What It Doesn’t

Apricorn 32TB Encrypted Drive: What It Fixes and What It Doesn’t

Apricorn’s hardware-encrypted 32TB drive keeps PIN handling off the host PC, shrinking software attack exposure. Here’s what changes, who benefits, and what risks still remain.

Apr 30, 2026

Fake DHL Texts and Emails: How to Spot Delivery Phishing

Fake DHL Texts and Emails: How to Spot Delivery Phishing

Fake DHL delivery alerts work because they look routine. Here’s how to spot them, what to do if you clicked, and how to verify a real message safely.

Apr 29, 2026

Workplace App Privacy Risks: What Employees Should Check

Workplace App Privacy Risks: What Employees Should Check

A new report claims some workplace apps collect more personal data than users expect and may share it for advertising. Here’s what that could mean and what to check now.

Apr 29, 2026