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A newly discovered Linux kernel flaw, nicknamed "PwnEscape," could allow hackers to siphon off sensitive host memory data, crash the host system, or even run malicious code on it - all by sending specially crafted network packets from a virtual machine. This alarming vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-99999, exposes a staggering 32 bytes of host memory with each packet sent.
Hackers are actively exploiting a critical flaw in Collabora Online's CODE Server app for Nextcloud, allowing them to backdoor servers and putting sensitive data at risk. This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-110447, affects specific Nextcloud app versions and has been under attack since mid-September.
US Northern Command's task force is stepping up its game, taking on cyber warfare as a new mission to safeguard America's homeland with the Golden Dome Defense. This bold move brings together a team of experts from vendors, government agencies, and military stakeholders to shield Golden Dome capabilities from cyber threats.
The US Transportation Department is leveraging AI to scrutinize grant applicants, digging deep to uncover any potential ties to adversarial entities like the Chinese Communist Party or Russian oligarchs. This cutting-edge vetting process helps ensure that promising research projects receive funding while minimizing risks.
The fate of US military aid to Ukraine hangs in the balance of the midterms, with the outcome determining not only if aid flows, but how quickly it reaches Kyiv. If Democrats take control of the House, Rep. Jim Himes vows they'll act fast to get vital assistance to Ukraine.
The US Army has supercharged the development of its Merops counter-drone system, accelerating it from a battlefield innovation to a formal program in just 142 days. This lightning-fast progress is a testament to the Army's new fast-acquisition playbook in action.
In a shocking sabotage, hackers jacked up temperatures in refrigeration controllers to as high as 122°F (50°C), causing widespread food spoilage and fires across nearly 700 French supermarkets. The brazen attack, carried out on a Sunday night, left a trail of destruction and disruption in its wake.
Imagine a world where one country controls the lion's share of critical minerals - think 98% of processed gallium and germanium, 95% of refined magnesium, and over 90% of rare earths and battery-grade graphite. China's dominance in the global processing capacity for these essential resources raises significant strategic implications.
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Australia's migration policy is under scrutiny as it struggles to address regional workforce gaps, with recent changes to working holiday visa rules aiming to refine the flow of temporary workers. The September updates mean backpackers will face tougher conditions to extend their stay, with fewer guaranteed spots available.
Meet AdFection, a sneaky campaign that's exposing the dark side of digital advertising, where Israeli firm Discover-Tech's platform Controlium helps mercenary spyware distributors infect devices worldwide with just a single ad. It's a stark reminder that online ads can be more than just annoying - they can be a gateway to cyber attacks.
The calm of a business-focused conference was shattered when six anti-war protesters stormed the stage, disrupting a high-stakes discussion on autonomous warfare featuring Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth and top military brass. The tense moment sparked a show of patriotism from some audience members, who countered the protesters' chants with a rousing "USA, USA".
The US Army is revolutionizing its defense strategy with modular laser weapons that can be easily integrated into any vehicle, making high-energy lasers a versatile and widely available capability. By developing sled-based systems, the Army aims to create adaptable laser technology that can be effortlessly moved between platforms and deployed across different formations.
Thousands of websites are secretly sending instructions to AI agents through HTTP headers, using a sneaky tactic called indirect prompt injection to manipulate these intelligent systems. This surprising attack vector allows hidden messages to be embedded in web pages, emails, files, or tool results, and is a growing concern for security researchers.
In a shocking discovery, Unit 42 uncovered PEERSTITCH, a novel FortiGate implant used by attackers to exfiltrate sensitive data from over 500 firewalls, all originating from a single compromised appliance. The breach began with a clever exploitation of a previously unknown vulnerability, CVE-2024-47575, in FortiManager's FMG-Access channel.
The clock is ticking: with post-quantum deadlines looming, federal agencies are racing against time to fortify their infrastructure and shield sensitive transactions from potential cyber threats. By 2030 and 2031, they must adopt post-quantum cryptography to protect high-value assets and digital signatures.
The US Army is gearing up for potential supply chain disruptions as a critical mineral deadline approaches, with some impacts expected as early as January. The Army is bracing for a gradual effect, rather than a catastrophic one, as defense companies work to map their supply chains and comply with new rules.
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Send it alongAUKUS is a game-changing strategy that's not just about acquiring submarines, but about empowering Australia to dominate the undersea landscape in a rapidly shifting Indo-Pacific. By building undersea power, Australia will gain the capacity to understand, monitor, protect, and defend its underwater interests like never before.
In a shocking display of election meddling, a network of hyperlocal websites sprouted up across 14 states, spreading influence and propaganda in a remarkably coordinated effort. These sites, registered in a matter of minutes, seemed designed to sound local but were actually part of a large-scale operation to sway US voters.
As the US and South Korea consider a historic transition of wartime control, a critical decision looms for the two commanders-in-chief: what level of support will the US provide if South Korea takes the lead in deterring North Korea? The 2026 US National Defense Strategy hints at a limited but crucial role for the US in this new era.
Stay one step ahead of scammers with Google's latest Android defense: AI-powered analysis that scrutinizes suspicious conversations and flags potential fraud, all while keeping your private chats safe. Google Messages now offers Gemini-backed cloud protection that helps shield you from sophisticated messaging scams.
Ransomware groups like Qilin and Settra are sneaking into organizations by exploiting a VPN vulnerability, disguising their malicious activity as legitimate remote work. This allows them to steal credentials, move laterally, and deploy ransomware undetected until it's too late.
Meet the sneaky hackers who've been secretly hijacking devices worldwide to build a massive proxy network, making a profit by reselling innocent victims' internet bandwidth. At least 143 devices across 34 countries have been compromised in this covert operation.
Malicious actors have struck the Arch Linux community by uploading trojanised packages to the Arch User Repository, cleverly disguising them as legitimate AUR helpers like yay and paru. The fake packages, including a malicious yyay package, used identical source code and URLs to blend in with the real deal.
Meet Silent Lynx, a stealthy cyber threat actor wreaking havoc in Central Asia and beyond, exploiting a WinRAR flaw to launch targeted attacks on government agencies and embassies across nine countries in the CIS region. Their campaign, tracked from January 2025 to May 2026, has left a trail of breaches in its wake.