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Flaw in Claude Code GitHub Action Exposes Repositories to Hijacking
A security researcher discovered a logic hole in Anthropic's Claude Code GitHub Action that could let attackers hijack vulnerable public repositories with just a single opened GitHub issue. This flaw exploited broad read and write permissions, putting countless repositories at risk.
Meta's AI Chatbot Exposed to Account Takeover Vulnerability
A recent vulnerability in Meta's AI chatbot has raised red flags about the security of LLM chatbots, which can be exploited through various tactics that are difficult to block. This alarming weakness was demonstrated in a video showing an attacker taking over an Instagram account by simply interacting with Meta's AI support chatbot.
Researchers Expose Vulnerability in Anti-Jamming Tech
Researchers have uncovered a shocking weakness in anti-jamming technology, revealing that curved radio beams can outsmart even the most advanced direction-finding defenses. In lab tests, this vulnerability led to disastrous errors, leaving traditional safeguards useless.
HTTP/2 Bomb Attack Disrupts Web Servers in Seconds
A home computer on a typical 100Mbps connection can cripple a vulnerable server in mere seconds using a new technique called the HTTP/2 Bomb, which cleverly combines two known weaknesses in HTTP/2 server configurations. This potent attack can be unleashed quickly, leaving servers inaccessible.
HTTP/2 Bomb Vulnerability Targets Major Web Servers with Remote DoS Exploit
A newly discovered HTTP/2 Bomb vulnerability can be exploited to launch a remote Denial of Service (DoS) attack on major web servers, taking advantage of a weakness in the default HTTP/2 configuration. This flaw cleverly combines a compression bomb and a Slowloris-style hold to target HPACK, HTTP/2's header-compression scheme.
VS Code Zero-Day Vulnerability Exposes GitHub Tokens to Theft
A security researcher just revealed a shocking VS Code zero-day vulnerability that lets attackers swipe your GitHub authentication tokens with just one click, exposing your online projects to potential theft. This exploit cleverly abuses VS Code's system to run malicious code and extract sensitive tokens.
Flowise Flaw Exposes Servers to Full Attacker Control
A critical security flaw in Flowise, a popular open-source AI workflow platform, allows attackers to seize full control of a server by tricking a logged-in user into importing a malicious file. This vulnerability, disclosed by Obsidian Security, puts self-hosted deployments at risk, with a simple exploit capable of unleashing a devastating attack.
Gogs Vulnerability Exposes Open-Source Git Service to RCE Attacks
A critical vulnerability in Gogs, an open-source Git service, has been exposed, leaving users open to remote code execution (RCE) attacks - and an exploit module is already available. The flaw was reported as early as March, but shockingly, the project's maintainers have failed to respond to the researcher ever since.
Gogs Vulnerability Exposes Remote Code Execution Risk
A newly discovered vulnerability in Gogs puts servers at risk of remote code execution, allowing any authenticated user to inject malicious code through a simple pull request. By crafting a malicious branch name, attackers can exploit the --exec flag in git rebase to run unauthorized shell commands.
Zapier Fixes Bug Chain That Exposed Millions to Account Takeover Risk
A security firm recently uncovered a chain of five weaknesses in popular workflow automation service Zapier that could have put millions of users at risk of account takeover - and thankfully, the issue has now been fixed. The vulnerabilities were surprisingly easy to exploit, requiring only a free Zapier account to potentially gain unauthorized access to user accounts.
Security Researcher Exploits Flaw in Pretalx Conference Tool
A security researcher recently uncovered a vulnerability in pretalx, a popular conference tool, that could let hackers inject malicious code into an organizer's interface, putting sensitive data at risk. This flaw, known as a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability, could be triggered through simple search queries.
macOS Exploit Enables Kernel Memory Corruption
A newly discovered macOS exploit has raised concerns about potential kernel memory corruption, but details on the vulnerability and how to protect yourself are scarce. A cryptic post claims to offer more information, but be cautious of explicit threats from the user behind the handle @ALFDAD.
Google Exposes Unfixed Chromium Flaw Details
A security researcher just blew the whistle on a glaring Chromium flaw that Google thought was fixed - but still works, putting tens of thousands of users at risk of a botnet attack. The exploit, first reported in 2022, allows malicious websites to remotely execute JavaScript on unsuspecting devices.
Cisco Secure Workload Flaw Exposes Site Admin Privileges
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.
Linux Flaw Exposes SSH Keys, Password Hashes
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.
ExifTool Flaw Exposes Macs to Arbitrary Command Execution
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.
CISA Exposes Security Lapse with Open GitHub Repository
The US's leading cyber-defense agency, CISA, made a shocking security blunder by leaving a GitHub repository open, exposing sensitive passwords, keys, and tokens with alarmingly obvious filenames. This careless mistake raises serious concerns about the agency's ability to protect itself and the nation from cyber threats.
SEPPMail Gateway Vulnerabilities Expose Remote Code Execution Risk
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.
Linux Flaw Exposes Root Files to Unprivileged Users
A critical flaw in the Linux kernel has been discovered, allowing unprivileged users to access files that should be restricted to root accounts, putting system security at risk. This bug puts a spotlight on the importance of kernel access controls for system operators and users who rely on them.
Zero-Day Exploit Escalates Privileges on Patched Windows Systems
A security researcher has uncovered a zero-day exploit, dubbed MiniPlasma, that can escalate privileges to LOCAL SYSTEM on fully patched Windows systems by targeting a vulnerability in the Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver. This shocking flaw has left experts wondering if Microsoft simply missed the issue or if a patch was quietly rolled back.
DirtyDecrypt Flaw Exposes Linux Systems to Root Access Risk
A newly patched Linux kernel flaw, dubbed DirtyDecrypt, has been exposed through a public proof-of-concept exploit that can grant root access to vulnerable systems. This critical vulnerability was recently patched, but a public exploit is now available, putting Linux systems at risk.
Hackers exploit auth flaw in Burst Statistics WordPress plugin
A critical bug in the Burst Statistics WordPress plugin, affecting 200,000 sites, allows hackers to impersonate administrators and gain unauthorized access. This alarming vulnerability, already showing signs of exploitation, puts countless websites at risk.
NGINX Vulnerability Exposes Servers to DoS, Potential Code Execution
A critical vulnerability, CVE-2026-42945, has been lurking in NGINX's code for 18 years, exposing servers to potential DoS attacks and code execution - and affecting a staggering third of the top-ranked websites. This heap buffer overflow flaw, rated 9.2 in severity, is a wake-up call for NGINX users to take immediate action.
NGINX Flaw Enables Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution
A critical 18-year-old vulnerability, known as NGINX Rift, has been discovered in NGINX Plus and NGINX Open Source, allowing unauthenticated attackers to remotely execute code with a single crafted HTTP request. This high-severity flaw, rated 9.2 on the CVSS v4 scale, poses a significant threat to vulnerable servers.