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Recent Microsoft updates are causing a major headache for SQL Server users, particularly those relying on linked server queries with OLE DB providers to connect to external databases like Oracle and PostgreSQL. These updates are leading to a buildup of open connections that can severely degrade server performance over time.
As digital sovereignty becomes a top priority, customers are increasingly asking tough questions about data control - who holds the encryption keys, who can access sensitive logs, and where is that data stored? European cybersecurity vendors are gaining traction, with sales growth outpacing US-based companies and the overall market.
As AI-powered attacks become increasingly prevalent, security teams are being forced to rethink their strategy, shifting from relying on patching vulnerabilities to implementing mitigation measures. With attackers now able to exploit weaknesses in mere minutes, traditional patching just can't keep up.
Windows security updates have hit a snag, with some devices struggling to install the November 2026 update, resulting in frustrating error codes and repeated installation attempts. If your Windows 11 system was previously updated with the October preview, you might be among those affected.
Maersk has confirmed a data breach after an extortion group claimed to have stolen 100GB of sensitive logistics data from one of its systems. The incident, which affected a local legacy system from a previous acquisition, appears to be isolated with no indication of a wider impact on Maersk's systems or those of its customers and partners.
Node.js has released crucial security patches to fix flaws that could crash servers and leak sensitive data, including TLS private keys and other users' requests, affecting specific release lines. The updates, now available, address vulnerabilities that allowed unauthenticated clients to trigger crashes and memory disclosures over HTTP/2 connections.
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A newly discovered flaw in MongoDB Server can cause a crash when a lagging replica is promoted to primary, and it's triggered by just two simple, unauthenticated requests. This pre-authentication bug poses an outsized risk, allowing a potential crash with minimal effort.
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Linux servers are under attack as hackers increasingly exploit GSocket, an open-source tool, to secretly maintain access even after vulnerabilities are patched. This sneaky tactic has led to a 356.2% surge in GSocket-related detections between March and August.
Imagine stumbling upon a hotel's most sensitive login credentials casually scrawled on a whiteboard, visible to anyone who walks by - that's exactly what happened to Neycho Tepavicharov when he peeked into a London hotel's back room. The shocking discovery raises serious questions about the hotel's security practices.
Australia's new Littoral Manoeuvre Group is a game-changer, enabling the country's army to rapidly deploy and support forces over vast distances in coastal and island regions, in a major boost to its littoral capabilities. This innovative unit marks a significant shift in Australia's military strategy, empowering it to operate more effectively alongside global partners.
The US Army is overhauling its command and control systems to counter long-range threats, driven by the need to rapidly sync data across multiple nodes in a rapidly contested electromagnetic spectrum. As the Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) push gains momentum, experts warn that spectrum resilience is now a make-or-break requirement for operational success.
Get ready for a game-changing moment in medical evacuation: the US Military is set to test an autonomous Cessna air ambulance, marking a major milestone in the development of cutting-edge casualty evacuation technology. This innovative demonstration will simulate a full mission, from takeoff to landing at a remote site, all without human intervention.
The European Union is taking a bold stance in the face of global uncertainty, boosting its defense and security budget to €3.1 billion for 2027 to address growing threats, particularly in Ukraine and the Middle East. This significant increase is part of the EU's effort to strengthen its military and security support in a rapidly changing world.
China's military is struggling with outdated combat skills and ineffective leadership, prompting President Xi Jinping to double down on a familiar solution: intensifying political indoctrination to boost loyalty and ideology. But will this approach address the root causes of the People's Liberation Army's problems or just mask the symptoms?
American airpower has landed in Jodhpur, India, with the F-35 making its historic debut on Indian soil during the Tarang Shakti exercise, marking a major milestone in international military cooperation. Six F-35A jets, along with over 200 airmen, joined forces with the Indian Air Force in a powerful display of airpower.
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Poland's quest for a permanent US military base has just got a major boost, with Deputy Prime Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz revealing that US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has effectively given the green light for the proposal. A decision from the White House could be just around the corner, with Kosiniak-Kamysz hinting at a possible announcement as early as December.
China has mobilized an impressive show of naval force, deploying over 100 ships in a vast arc around Taiwan, stretching from Hainan to the Pacific and back to the Yellow Sea. The massive operation, involving multiple theater commands and even aircraft carriers, has raised tensions in the region.
Get ready for a game-changing drone demonstration: Northrop Grumman's Talon Blue Drone will take to the skies from a British carrier as part of a groundbreaking project with the Royal Navy. The milestone demo is slated for 2027 in UK waters, marking a major step forward in the development of a Hybrid Navy.
CISA's new framework helps leaders cut through the noise and swiftly tackle cyber threats. Acting Director Nick Andersen aims to empower teams to act fast and prevent crises before they erupt.
Meet Falcon, a sneaky browser-based espionage tool that's been secretly compromising government entities in several countries by masquerading as harmless web pages. This cunning framework uses malicious JavaScript to operate undetected, even hiding its management panels behind a clever login trick.
The Pentagon is supercharging the US space sector with $450 million in loans to three innovative companies - Rocket Lab, Stoke Space, and LeoLabs - to ramp up launch capacity and space awareness. This strategic investment will help meet the soaring demand for access to space, driving growth and advancement in the industry.
With a presence of around 600 troops, the US contribution to NATO's Kosovo Force serves as a powerful deterrent against ethnic violence, helping to maintain a fragile peace in the region since 1999. By keeping a small but steady force on the ground, KFOR has successfully prevented large-scale violence in Kosovo for over two decades.
In a concerning escalation, Russian forces have rapidly rebuilt and reinforced their positions in Ukraine's Oleshky during a brief ceasefire, leaving Ukrainian officials bracing for an imminent surge in attacks. The move has sparked fears of intensified fighting in the region.