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In-vehicle infotainment system screen displaying a software update interface on a muted-colored car dashboard.

Malware Targets Android Car Systems Through Built-In Updaters

Malware is sneaking into Android car systems through built-in updaters, allowing hackers to wreak havoc on unsuspecting drivers. This sneaky attack was recently discovered by Kaspersky researchers, who linked it to a notorious ad-fraud operation called BADBOX.

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A generic router sits on a neutral surface with visible lights and ports.

Zbtlink Router Firmware Exposes Potential Backdoor Risks

Some Zbtlink routers have a shocking secret: they come equipped with a built-in backdoor that lets them phone home and wait for orders, all without needing to be hacked. This unsettling feature, dubbed ENDLESSDOORS, was found on twenty models across years of images, sparking concerns about potential security risks.

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Close-up of a hardware wallet on a plain surface with blurred cryptocurrency items in the background.

COLDCARD Wallet Flaw Exploited in $88 Million Bitcoin Heist

In a shocking heist, hackers exploited a flaw in COLDCARD Wallet firmware to steal approximately $70.2 million worth of Bitcoin in a mere 41 minutes, targeting 1,196 addresses in a single wave of automated transactions. The attackers used a telltale signature - overpaying 30-75 times the median transaction fee - that pointed to their use of an automated tool.

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A router sits on a neutral surface, vents and ports visible, in a brightly lit home or office setting.

Tenda Routers Expose Admin Access via Hidden Backdoor

Tenda routers have a shocking security flaw: a hidden backdoor that can give attackers full control of your device, allowing them to hijack your admin access. This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-11405, lets hackers easily bypass standard login security and take over your router.

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Microsoft Surface device on a well-lit workbench with a blank screen.

Microsoft Fixes Flaw in Surface Hardware That Allowed Devices to Be Bricked

A security researcher recently discovered that Microsoft's Copilot AI tool could be used to create a series of aggressive Python scripts that accidentally bricked a Surface device by overwriting its firmware. The incident highlights a flaw in Microsoft's Surface hardware that has since been fixed.

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