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Russia Targets Polish Water Utilities in Hybrid Warfare Campaign

Poland's Internal Security Agency has uncovered a concerning trend: five cyber intrusions into water utilities have been linked to a pro-Russian hybrid campaign, part of a broader Kremlin strategy to target NATO's eastern flank.

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OpenAI's GPT-5.5 Matches Mythos in Security Vulnerability Detection

The UK's AI Security Institute just put GPT-5.5 to the test, and the results are impressive: it can detect security vulnerabilities on par with the highly-regarded Claude Mythos. This achievement is especially significant since GPT-5.5 is widely available for use.

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West Pharmaceutical hit by cyberattack, data stolen

West Pharmaceutical Services suffered a significant cybersecurity breach on May 4, 2026, when hackers infiltrated their systems, encrypting certain data and making off with sensitive information, prompting a formal investigation. The company confirmed the severity of the attack three days later, on May 7.

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Iranian Hackers Target Electronics Maker in Global Espionage Push

Iran-linked hackers, known as MuddyWater, infiltrated a major South Korean electronics manufacturer's network for a week in February 2026, as part of a massive global cyber-espionage campaign targeting nine high-profile organizations across multiple sectors and countries.

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Utah Presses On with AI-Powered Prescription Refills

Utah is taking a bold step into the future of healthcare with an AI-powered prescription refill pilot program, but not everyone is convinced it's a healthy move. The state's medical licensing board is urging caution, calling for the program to be shut down.

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Exim Flaw Exposes Servers to Remote Code Execution

A critical flaw in Exim, tracked as CVE-2026-45185, leaves servers vulnerable to remote code execution if they're running specific builds, but thankfully, a remediation was published in Exim version 4.99.3. This vulnerability is triggered during TLS shutdown while handling certain SMTP traffic, allowing attackers to exploit it.

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Security Flaws Exposed in Popular Database Projects' MCP Servers

Critical security flaws have been uncovered in MCP servers used by popular analytics databases, leaving them vulnerable to risks like SQL injection and full database takeover due to faulty validation and authentication processes. These defects, discovered by Akamai security analyst Tomer Peled, highlight a pressing need for enhanced security measures to protect sensitive data.

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Claude Code Attack Persists Through Token Rotation Flaw

A surprising lack of resistance to a proof-of-concept attack has exposed a vulnerability in Claude Code, allowing a five-step attack chain that can turn routine token rotation into a continuous compromise. This exploit requires just one malicious npm package and the ability to run code on a developer's machine, making it a concerning threat.

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Malware Worm Targets npm, PyPi in Mass Supply-Chain Attack

A self-spreading worm, dubbed Mini Shai-Hulud, has infected over 170 packages with nearly 180 million weekly downloads, posing a massive threat to the software supply chain. This highly contagious malware has been open-sourced, making it easier for others to exploit and escalate the attack.

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SASE Adoption Accelerates with AI Integration

SASE is now a mainstream must-have, with AI at its core revolutionizing the way organizations approach secure access. The trend is clear: SASE adoption is accelerating fast, and AI integration is leading the charge.

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BitLocker Zero-Day Exposes Windows Drives to Unauthorized Access

A security researcher, Chaotic Eclipse, has dropped a bombshell by releasing proof-of-concept code for two unpatched Windows vulnerabilities, citing frustration with Microsoft's handling of previous bug reports. This move exposes Windows drives to unauthorized access, even with TPM+PIN protection in place.

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Anonymous Researcher Exposes New Microsoft Zero-Days

A shocking new discovery by an anonymous researcher has revealed not one, but two fresh Windows zero-days, just days after Microsoft's monthly Patch Tuesday. Meet YellowKey, a sneaky BitLocker bypass that can be launched from a USB drive, giving attackers unrestricted access to a protected machine - if they can get their hands on it.

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AI-Developed Zero-Day Exploit Exposes New Threats

Google's discovery of the first AI-generated zero-day exploit is a game-changer, revealing a new level of threat sophistication. This historic finding shows that AI can now be used not just to identify vulnerabilities, but to create and deploy malicious code.

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Microsoft Fixes BitLocker Issue on Windows 11

Microsoft has fixed a frustrating issue with BitLocker on Windows 11, where devices with certain Group Policy configurations were prompted to enter their BitLocker recovery key after installing a recent update. The fix is available in update KB5089549 for Windows 11 25H2.

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Microsoft Fixes Autopatch Bug Deploying Restricted Drivers

Microsoft fixed a Windows Autopatch bug that caused a small number of EU devices to receive restricted driver updates despite administrative policies in place to block them. The issue affected specific Windows 11 versions, including 23H2, 24H2, and 25H2.

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Avada Builder Flaws Put 1 Million WordPress Sites at Risk

Two newly discovered flaws in the Avada Builder plugin have put a staggering 1 million WordPress sites at risk, allowing hackers to exploit vulnerabilities and access sensitive server files. This critical security threat highlights the urgent need for site owners to take action and protect their online presence.

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China-linked hackers exploit Microsoft Exchange in Azerbaijani energy firm attacks.

A group of China-linked hackers, known as FamousSparrow, launched a sustained cyberattack on an Azerbaijani oil and gas company, exploiting Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities in a multi-wave intrusion that spanned three months. The attackers used the ProxyNotShell exploit to gain and maintain access to the victim's environment.

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Instructure Negotiates Data Return After Ransomware Breach

In a major win for data security, Instructure has successfully negotiated the return of stolen data and confirmed its destruction after a ransomware breach affected nearly 9,000 educational institutions using its Canvas Learning Management System. The company has ensured that its affected customers are protected and won't be individually targeted for extortion.

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Microsoft's AI System Uncovers 16 Windows Flaws in Patch Tuesday Release

Microsoft's cutting-edge AI system, MDASH, has successfully uncovered 16 critical Windows flaws in the latest Patch Tuesday release by leveraging a team of over 100 specialized AI agents. This innovative approach combines multiple AI models to detect and prove exploitable bugs, showcasing its potential to revolutionize cybersecurity.

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Foxconn Hit by Nitrogen Ransomware Attack

Foxconn, the world's largest electronics manufacturer, confirmed that some of its North American factories were hit by a cyberattack, with the Nitrogen ransomware operation claiming to have stolen a large trove of sensitive data. The company swiftly activated its response mechanism to minimize disruption and ensure production continuity.

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Microsoft Patches 138 Vulnerabilities, Including Critical DNS and Netlogon Flaws

Microsoft just patched a critical DNS flaw that could let hackers execute code on your network, along with 137 other vulnerabilities - so make sure to update ASAP! The update also includes a mandatory rollout of updated Secure Boot certificates to keep your system secure.

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Remediation Programs Often Fail to Validate Fixes

The alarming truth is that remediation programs often fall short, with a staggering mismatch between the speed of exploits and fixes - Mandiant's report reveals a mean time to exploit of just -7 days, while Verizon's data shows a median remediation time of 32 days.

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Autonomous Validation Gains Urgency as AI-Powered Attacks Accelerate

In just 14 days, Anthropic's new AI model, Mythos, astonishingly generated 181 working Firefox exploits - a dramatic leap from the previous state of the art, which managed only two - and uncovered thousands of zero-day vulnerabilities across major OS and browsers, many of which remain unpatched today.

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CISOs Weigh Ransom Payments Amid Ransomware Resilience Gap

A surprising 58% of CISOs admit they'd consider paying a ransom to quickly restore encrypted systems, revealing a stark reality in the ongoing battle against ransomware. This willingness varies by geography, with 63% of US CISOs and 47% of UK CISOs open to making a payment.

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