A critical vulnerability in Cisco Secure Workload, known as CVE-2026-20223, allows hackers to gain Site Admin privileges without authentication, putting sensitive information and configuration changes at risk. Cisco has warned of this maximum-severity flaw and advised on remediation steps.
The latest Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report reveals a significant shift in how breaches occur: vulnerability exploitation now accounts for 31% of breaches, surpassing stolen credentials as the top entry point for hackers. Ransomware remains a major threat, involved in nearly half of all breaches.
The alarming truth is that 75% of organizations are knowingly shipping vulnerable code, despite the risks, with the window from disclosure to exploit shrinking dramatically from 840 days in 2018 to just under two days today. This trend is expected to accelerate, with exploits potentially available in as little as one minute by 2028.
A critical nine-year-old flaw in the Linux kernel, known as CVE-2026-46333, allows everyday users to access highly sensitive data, including SSH private keys and system password hashes, on popular Linux distributions. Fortunately, patches and updates are available to fix this vulnerability.
A newly discovered Linux flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-46333, allows hackers to easily gain root access on major distributions, putting countless systems at risk. This nine-year-old vulnerability, just recently exposed, is a wake-up call for Linux users everywhere.
A vulnerability in Drupal Core's database abstraction API leaves PostgreSQL sites open to devastating SQL injection attacks, allowing hackers to send malicious requests and wreak havoc. This highly critical flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-9082, has been patched with urgent security updates.
A recent report by The Register revealed that a significant vulnerability in the Claude AI sandbox environment went unaddressed, leaving users exposed to potential risks. The issue was quietly fixed without a public disclosure or CVE assignment, sparking concerns about transparency in AI security.
A newly discovered vulnerability in ExifTool, known as CVE-2026-3102, left Macs open to hackers who could exploit it to run malicious commands by hiding them in image metadata. This flaw allowed attackers to take control by slipping instructions into seemingly harmless image files.
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Drupal is rushing out a critical security update today to fix a high-risk bug that could be exploited by hackers within hours of the patch being released. The update is a core security release aimed at plugging a vulnerability that poses a significant threat to users.
A critical Linux flaw, dubbed PinTheft, has been exploited, allowing local attackers to gain root privileges on affected systems through a complex vulnerability in the Reliable Datagram Sockets (RDS) code. This security gap can be triggered by a specific interaction between RDS zerocopy and io_uring fixed buffers.
Microsoft has stepped in to squash a newly revealed BitLocker bypass exploit, dubbed YellowKey, by releasing crucial guidance to protect users from potential attacks. This security move comes after a researcher demonstrated how the exploit could spawn a shell with unrestricted access to sensitive data.
For the first time in nearly two decades, exploiting vulnerabilities has surpassed compromised credentials as the top breach entry point, accounting for 31% of data breaches over the past year. This significant shift suggests that threat actors are adapting their tactics, and defenders must follow suit.
Microsoft has issued urgent guidance to mitigate a newly publicized Windows zero-day vulnerability, dubbed YellowKey, which could allow attackers to bypass security features. The tech giant is working on a fix, but in the meantime, it's urging users to follow its interim guidance to stay protected.
Drupal is warning of a highly critical vulnerability that requires immediate attention, urging site operators to clear their calendars for a crucial patch rollout on Wednesday, May 20, between 1700 and 2100 UTC. Exploits could be developed within hours or days, making swift action essential to protect your site.
A newly discovered flaw in OpenClaw, dubbed the Claw Chain, allows hackers to hijack AI agents and use their privileges to gain persistent control of an environment. By exploiting this vulnerability, attackers can escalate privileges, access sensitive data, and maintain a foothold within the system.
The good news on supply chain risk: out of 1,200 high-priority vulnerabilities in 2025, only 58 proved both highly exposed and easily exploitable, making them a manageable threat. By focusing on these urgent few, organizations can tackle their most immediate and impactful risks.
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Microsoft is shaking up its Windows 11 driver strategy with a new Driver Quality Initiative, aiming to elevate the quality of drivers and ensure customers enjoy reliable, secure, and high-performance devices. By targeting key areas, Microsoft hopes to transform the driver experience and prevent frustrating device problems.
Drupal users, take note: a highly critical core patch is coming and it's essential to act fast to secure your site. Get ready to install the update ASAP to avoid potential risks.
A new exploit has been discovered for the DirtyDecrypt vulnerability in the Linux Kernel, allowing for a potentially devastating rxgk pagecache write due to a missing copy-on-write guard. This flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-31635, has a CVSS score of 7.5 and was recently patched after being reported by security researchers.
A single critical flaw, like CVE-2025-55241, can give attackers unrestricted access to any tenant, highlighting the alarming rise in critical Microsoft vulnerabilities, which doubled in 2025 despite a stable overall number of vulnerabilities. This sharp increase in high-impact weaknesses demands attention and action.
Drupal is warning site owners to prepare for imminent core security updates, urging them to reserve time on May 20, 2026, between 5-9 p.m. UTC, to apply crucial patches and protect against potential exploits. Don't miss this window to safeguard your site and stay ahead of potential threats!
With AI-powered tools, companies can now instantly detect and fix software vulnerabilities, making ignorance a thing of the past when it comes to cybersecurity. As Hans de Vries of ENISA notes, this shift makes a secure-by-design approach not just best practice, but a pressing mandate.
Critical vulnerabilities in SEPPMail's Secure E-Mail Gateway could allow hackers to read all mail traffic, gain entry into internal networks, and even execute remote code - putting your entire system at risk. These flaws could have devastating consequences, from data breaches to full-scale system compromise.
If you've installed the January 2026 optional non-security preview updates on a restricted Windows network, you might face update failures - a frustrating issue that could leave your system vulnerable. Specifically, affected devices may still download February's security update, but then get stuck, unable to receive crucial updates from March onwards.