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Cisco has patched a critical flaw in its Unified Communications Manager (Unified CM) that allowed hackers to remotely gain root access - a vulnerability that could be exploited with a simple, crafted HTTP request. This security gap could have let attackers take full control of affected devices, so it's crucial that the patch is applied ASAP.
Hackers stealthily infiltrated a senior stock exchange executive's Outlook mailbox, maintaining months-long control of their computer by masquerading as legitimate software. The alarming breach, detected as early as October 10, 2025, allowed the intruder to operate with SYSTEM-level privileges, the highest level of Windows access.
Malicious websites are masquerading as legitimate open-source and freeware projects, expertly designed to deceive users into downloading malware. With fake portals that mimic trusted sites, complete with real GitHub links and references to upstream resources, it's easy to get caught off guard - until you click that download button.
To navigate a cybersecurity crisis effectively, you need a solid playbook - and that means getting three key things right: identifying the crisis type, assembling the right team, and clarifying roles and responsibilities to build trust. With these pillars in place, you'll be better equipped to tackle even the toughest challenges with confidence.
In the face of uncertainty, cybersecurity experts can develop essential habits through practice, brainstorming, and preparation, turning crisis response into muscle memory. By focusing on preparation, resilience, and self-reliance, organisations and individuals can build the instincts needed to navigate turbulent times.
A critical flaw in the Mirasvit Full Page Cache Warmer Magento extension, tracked as CVE-2026-45247, has been exploited by hackers, allowing them to execute remote code without authentication. This vulnerability, rated 9.8 on the CVSS scale, enables attackers to wreak havoc by supplying a malicious PHP object in the CacheWarmer cookie.
Experts warn that free AI models are making sophisticated cyberattacks more accessible and affordable, posing a vastly underestimated threat to security. Even relatively simple AI models can be used to launch devastating attacks, according to University of Toronto computer engineering professor Nicolas Papernot.
The pressing question isn't when quantum computers will crack today's encryption, but whether organizations will be prepared to make the switch to post-quantum cryptography before it's too late. With only 8% of SSH servers currently making the transition, experts warn that the time to act is now.
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The US Department of Justice has struck a major blow against crypto fraudsters, freezing $3.8 million and disrupting a network of scam centers in Southeast Asia that prey on vulnerable Americans, wiping out life savings with devastating cyber-enabled investment scams. This crackdown is part of the Scam Center Strike Force initiative, aimed at protecting citizens from transnational criminal organizations.
Storing passwords in Active Directory description fields is a rookie mistake that hackers are eager to exploit, and one hacker did just that with alarming ease. It was disturbingly simple for them to get their hands on sensitive information.
The US military is on the verge of testing a game-changing sensor system, pairing tiny sensors with a high-altitude balloon to overcome the challenges of operating in the stratosphere. The innovative Project Wallabee will take flight in the coming days, marking a major milestone in advancing autonomous target recognition technology.
President Trump's surprise pick for intel chief, William Pulte, has thrown a wrench into a fragile deal to extend a critical surveillance authority, sparking concerns from lawmakers that his appointment could put politics over national security. With Pulte's lack of experience and questionable past, some are worried that the nation's intelligence operations may be weaponized for personal gain.
Anduril and Elbit America are joining forces to supercharge the Army's howitzer contract bid, with Anduril bringing its cutting-edge C5ISR capabilities and AI-driven Lattice software to the table. This powerful partnership aims to slash network integration risk and fast-track the delivery of a game-changing, software-defined mobile artillery solution.
The US military is considering a game-changing move: creating a standalone Cyber Force by 2028, but its success hinges on a crucial decision from Congress or the White House this year. A recent report outlines a bold plan to overcome longstanding structural challenges in cyber operations and make this vision a reality.
As the US military increasingly partners with drones in combat, defense manufacturers face a new challenge: training drone wingmen to work seamlessly with human pilots. The future of manned-unmanned teaming will require significant changes in the defense industry.
Ukraine's precision drone strike on a Russian Baltic Fleet base has brought the conflict to a new level, with President Volodymyr Zelensky hailing the attack as a crucial step towards peace. The daring raid, which set a Russian corvette ablaze in a Kronstadt dry dock, is part of Ukraine's long-range strategy to counter Russian aggression.
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In a move that affects nearly 8,000 federal workers, President Trump has signed an order converting their positions to at-will jobs, stripping them of civil-service protections and placing them in a new category called Schedule Policy/Career. This change allows for easier removal of employees, and marks a significant shift in the way these workers are treated.
As the Marine Corps bids farewell to its trusty Harrier jets after 40 years of service, the highly skilled aircrew and maintenance teams are already soaring to new heights with their expertise on the cutting-edge F-35B. The Harrier's final flight at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point was a nostalgic sendoff, marked by a thrilling flyover of five legendary jets.
The US Marine Corps bid farewell to the iconic Harrier 'jump jet' after an impressive five-decade run, marking the end of an era in military aviation. The legendary aircraft's journey from British design rooms to US flight lines is a testament to innovation and perseverance.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin aims to boost the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's effectiveness with a targeted workforce of 2,800 personnel, leveraging public partnerships and strategic grant usage to fortify national security.
As Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles warned, the seabed is rapidly becoming a battlefield, posing a stark threat to Australia's undersea defenses, with a whopping 99 percent of the country's internet traffic relying on just 15 vulnerable subsea cables. This alarming exposure puts everything from financial services to healthcare and communications at risk of disruption.
Democratic lawmakers are raising red flags over a $620 million Pentagon loan to Vulcan Elements, a small North Carolina startup, after it emerged that a top White House aide, and friend of Trump Jr., intervened to secure the deal. The loan has sparked questions about favoritism and undue influence at the highest levels.
The language used in cybersecurity can be a major turn-off, as one panelist discovered when a high school student sniggered at the term "penetration tester" - a reaction that sparked a thought-provoking question about who this language invites into the field, and who it inadvertently shuts out. This moment highlights a broader cultural issue in cybersecurity's approach to attracting new talent.
China has just revealed a massive, futuristic submarine without a traditional sail, sparking curiosity among naval enthusiasts and experts. This sleek, 394-foot-long vessel is taking shape at the JN Shipyard in Shanghai.