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Meet Toy Ghouls, a group that's taking malware to the next level with a custom backdoor that's deployed through unconventional channels, marking a significant shift from their previous reliance on public tools. Their new bespoke malware, mqtt-bird-agent and matrix-bird-agent, is a game-changer in the world of cyber threats.
GE Aerospace has dusted off a 30-year-old technology, the axisymmetric vectoring exhaust nozzle (AVEN), which was originally designed to boost F-16 agility, and is now pairing it with an F110 engine for Shield AI's unmanned fighter. The hardware, which had been in storage for decades, was surprisingly found to be in very good condition.
A shocking admission highlights a gaping hole in voting system privacy and integrity, now being exploited with the help of AI tools. By combining publicly available data with AI, a researcher was able to revive an old attack and apply it to recent election data, raising serious concerns about the security of our electoral process.
As AI takes over the technical heavy lifting in cybersecurity, such as pattern recognition and analysis, human judgment is becoming increasingly crucial in making critical decisions that require experience and contextual understanding. The focus is shifting from technical analysis to informed decision-making, making human expertise more valuable than ever.
OpenAI is stepping up to shield essential services from cyber threats with a game-changing $1 billion subsidy, empowering frontline defenders to safeguard complex systems and protect against faster-moving threats. This initiative, Daybreak for Frontline Defenders, will help teams review legacy code, detect vulnerabilities, and develop fixes.
Hackers have launched over 440,000 exploit attempts on WordPress sites, targeting critical flaws in popular plugins Super Forms and Elementor Pro, with attackers seeking to upload malicious files and execute remote code. Two high-severity vulnerabilities, CVE-2026-14894 and CVE-2026-32475, were behind the attacks, and have since been patched in the latest plugin updates.
The clock is ticking: with quantum computing on the rise, experts warn that it's high time to upgrade your cybersecurity to quantum-safe measures - before it's too late! The G7 is sounding the alarm, urging governments and organizations to take immediate action to protect themselves from this emerging threat.
Meet GPT-6 Astra, the latest AI powerhouse from OpenAI that's redefining the boundaries of computer use, cybersecurity, and professional work with unprecedented benchmark scores. This game-changing model boasts a flawless 100% score on ExploitBench, outperforming its predecessor GPT-5.6 Sol by a whopping 21.5 points.
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Google just patched a high-severity Chrome zero-day flaw that's being actively exploited - a type confusion vulnerability in V8 that could let hackers run malicious code inside the browser's sandbox. This critical update brings Chrome's version up to 152.0.7977.82, so make sure you've got the latest version installed!
Plex has just released a critical security update to patch multiple undisclosed flaws, urging users to upgrade to Plex Media Server 1.43.3 and Plex Desktop 1.115.0 ASAP to safeguard their devices. With over 360,000 devices exposed to the internet, swift action is crucial.
Cisco is urging immediate action to protect against two critical vulnerabilities in its IOS XR operating system, with CVSS scores of 9.8 that could allow hackers to wreak havoc on your network. Update your software now to prevent potential security breaches!
OpenAI is stepping up to support the world's cyber defenders with a game-changing $1 billion pledge in AI credits, aiming to empower those on the frontlines of cybersecurity. This initiative, called Daybreak for Frontline Defenders, will help resource-strapped defenders access critical tools and training to protect our world's critical infrastructure.
The UK is set to supercharge its air refueling capabilities with a cutting-edge boom system upgrade, complementing the Royal Air Force's existing probe and drogue system. This game-changing move will ensure the RAF has a robust and sovereign air-to-air refueling capability for its future fleet.
Congress is racing against the clock to secure funding for the E-7 Wedgetail program after the Trump administration's surprise move to save it from the chopping block. With the program's future now in their hands, lawmakers are turning to budget amendments to keep the critical early-warning aircraft program flying high.
In the dead of night, a swarm of small, cheap drones can shatter the silence with their buzzing engines, posing a formidable challenge to conventional sensors and response systems. To counter this threat, experts are turning to a layered, networked sensing approach that combines multiple complementary sensors to buy time for an effective response.
With AM General facing delays, Oshkosh Defense is stepping in with a game-changing proposal: a production bridge that could get the Marine Corps its highly-needed Joint Light Tactical Vehicles in under a year. By investing over $50 million of its own capital, Oshkosh is ready to deliver 1,200 JLTVs annually and help modernize the fleet without further delay.
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The first F-15EX Eagle II bound for Kadena Air Base in Okinawa has taken off from Boeing's St. Louis facility, marking a major milestone in bolstering Indo-Pacific airpower. This significant step brings the cutting-edge fighter jet one step closer to its new home.
The US Air Force faces a daunting dilemma: with a planned fleet of 187 F-35s, it may be outnumbered by China's 300+ J-20s in a long-range aerial battle, unless it rethinks how to safeguard its high-value airborne assets.
In a series of Defense Department field exercises, the Halo_Shield counter-UAS system proved its effectiveness with a remarkable launch-to-detection time of under one minute. This impressive metric was achieved across three events in 2025-2026, solidifying Halo_Shield's status as a demonstrably operational system.
The G7 cybersecurity working group is sounding the alarm: many organizations are neglecting to prepare for the quantum threat, and it's time to prioritize post-quantum encryption defenses to safeguard critical systems and data. Don't wait - the transition to post-quantum cryptography is a business risk that requires immediate attention and coordinated action.
Ukraine just landed a major blow to Russia's maritime operations, striking the multipurpose support ship NEFRIT in the port of Sochi with a sea drone, and dealing a significant hit to Russia's energy infrastructure. The targeted vessel played a key role in supporting oil and gas operations, and its destruction marks a major escalation in Ukraine's campaign against Russian targets.
Federal health agencies are revolutionizing their approach to IT success, shifting focus from mere deliverables to real-life outcomes that make a tangible difference to citizens. By setting mission-aligned metrics, they're now measuring success by the problems solved and lives improved.
With China's Communist Party's national congress just over a year away, all eyes are on Xi Jinping as China watchers refresh their knowledge on the country's enigmatic leader. This pivotal event, held every five years, sets the stage for a major power transition in China.
SonicWall's SMA 1000 appliances are under attack, thanks to two newly disclosed zero-day vulnerabilities - CVE-2026-83548 and CVE-2026-83549 - that can be chained together for a complete network compromise. Attackers are already exploiting these flaws in the wild, prompting urgent patching advice from the vendor and cybersecurity authorities.