Tag: ai
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Clawdbot Is What Happens When AI Gets Root Access: A Security Expert’s Take on Silicon Valley’s Hottest AI Agent
Clawdbot is the viral AI assistant everyone’s installing”, but giving AI agents full system access raises critical security questions. After scaling identity systems to 1B+ users, here’s my take on why machine identity management matters more than ever in the age of autonomous AI agents. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/01/clawdbot-is-what-happens-when-ai-gets-root-access-a-security-experts-take-on-silicon-valleys-hottest-ai-agent/
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Cryptographically Agile Transport Security for AI Infrastructure
Discover how to secure AI infrastructure with post-quantum cryptography and agile transport security for Model Context Protocol (MCP) deployments. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/01/cryptographically-agile-transport-security-for-ai-infrastructure/
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Can Agentic AI operate independently in high-stakes areas?
Can Independent Agentic AI Safeguard Our Critical Systems? Have you ever wondered how we can entrust critical operations to independent systems? The emergence of Agentic AI, with its capacity to operate autonomously, has sparked considerable discussion about its potential role in high-stakes environments. This intriguing technology has been deployed across various sectors, such as healthcare,……
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Claude expands tool connections using MCP
Anthropic has added interactive tool support to its Claude AI platform, a change powered by the open Model Context Protocol (MCP). The update lets users work directly with … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/01/27/anthropic-claude-mcp-integration/
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Upwind Secures $250M to Extend CNAPP to AI, Data Security
Series B Round at $1.5B Valuation Backs Push Into AI, Application and Data Security. Cloud security startup Upwind has raised $250 million to expand its CNAPP capabilities beyond detection and response. The company aims to accelerate engineering investment and move into high-demand categories such as AI and data security, achieving a $1.5 billion valuation. First…
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Claroty Gets $150M to Lead in AI for Infrastructure Security
Claroty CEO Yaniv Vardi Outlines IPO Strategy and Growth Through Acquisition. Claroty’s $150 million Series F funding round will help scale its platform for protecting critical infrastructure with embedded AI. CEO Yaniv Vardi says the company aims to reach profitability, pursue M&A and strengthen verticalized offerings for the healthcare, manufacturing and industrial spaces. First seen…
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APT Attacks Target Indian Government Using GOGITTER, GITSHELLPAD, and GOSHELL – Part 1
Tags: access, adobe, ai, antivirus, api, apt, attack, authentication, backdoor, backup, cloud, control, data, data-breach, detection, email, endpoint, github, google, government, group, india, infection, infrastructure, injection, Internet, malicious, malware, microsoft, network, phishing, service, spear-phishing, threat, tool, update, windowsIntroductionIn September 2025, Zscaler ThreatLabz identified two campaigns, tracked as Gopher Strike and Sheet Attack, by a threat actor that operates in Pakistan and primarily targets entities in the Indian government. In both campaigns, ThreatLabz identified previously undocumented tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). While these campaigns share some similarities with the Pakistan-linked Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, APT36, we…
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What C-Suite Leaders Should Know from Davos 2026 About AI Innovation and Emerging Technology
The 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland drew global leaders from business, technology, research, and policy from January 19 to…Read More First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: https://securityboulevard.com/2026/01/what-c-suite-leaders-should-know-from-davos-2026-about-ai-innovation-and-emerging-technology/
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Some ChatGPT browser extensions are stealing your data
A threat actor is seeding the internet with AI browser extensions that can intercept a user’s authenticated session tokens and hijack accounts. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/chatgpt-browser-extensions-steal-your-data/
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Google’s Universal Commerce Protocol: Why the Future of Agentic Commerce Depends on Security
Google launched Universal Commerce Protocol to connect AI agents with retailers at scale, but stopping fraud requires agent trust management and intent detection. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/01/googles-universal-commerce-protocol-why-the-future-of-agentic-commerce-depends-on-security/
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Thales-Kommentar zum Data Privacy Day 2026: Datenschutz im KI-Kontext relevanter als je zuvor
First seen on datensicherheit.de Jump to article: www.datensicherheit.de/thales-kommentar-data-privacy-day-2026-datenschutz-ki-kontext-relevanz
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EU launches investigation into X over Grok-generated sexual images
The European Commission is now investigating whether X properly assessed risks before deploying its Grok artificial intelligence tool, following its use to generate sexually explicit images. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/artificial-intelligence/eu-launches-investigation-into-x-over-grok-generated-sexual-images/
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DPRK’s Konni Targets Blockchain Developers With AI-Generated Backdoor
The North Korean threat group is using a new PowerShell backdoor to compromise development environments and target cryptocurrency holdings, according to researchers. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/dprks-konni-targets-blockchain-developers-ai-generated-backdoor
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Malicious VS Code AI Extensions with 1.5 Million Installs Steal Developer Source Code
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered two malicious Microsoft Visual Studio Code (VS Code) extensions that are advertised as artificial intelligence (AI)-powered coding assistants, but also harbor covert functionality to siphon developer data to China-based servers.The extensions, which have 1.5 million combined installs and are still available for download from the official Visual Studio First seen on…
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10 Key AI Security Controls For 2026
The 10 most important AI security controls for 2026 include deep visibility, strong authentication, data loss prevention and continuous AI red teaming. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2026/10-key-ai-security-controls-for-2026
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EU opens new investigation into Grok on X
The European Commission has opened a new formal investigation into X under the Digital Services Act over risks linked to the deployment of its AI tool Grok in the EU. … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/01/26/european-commission-grok-x-investigation/
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Warum sich die Cloud-Fehler bei KI nicht wiederholen dürfen
Im vergangenen Jahr wurde viel über die Bedeutung von künstlicher Intelligenz und digitaler Souveränität geredet. Jetzt müssen Taten folgen. Denn während KI zunehmend in kritische Geschäftsprozesse integriert wird, läuft Europa Gefahr, noch tiefer in die Abhängigkeit von großen US-Anbietern zu rutschen. 2026 wird es entscheidend sein, die richtigen Weichen zu stellen. Es braucht von Anfang…
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âš¡ Weekly Recap: Firewall Flaws, AI-Built Malware, Browser Traps, Critical CVEs & More
Security failures rarely arrive loudly. They slip in through trusted tools, half-fixed problems, and habits people stop questioning. This week’s recap shows that pattern clearly.Attackers are moving faster than defenses, mixing old tricks with new paths. “Patched” no longer means safe, and every day, software keeps becoming the entry point.What follows is a set of…
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North Korealinked KONNI uses AI to build stealthy malware tooling
Check Point links an active phishing campaign to North Koreaaligned KONNI, targeting developers with fake blockchain project docs and using an AI-written PowerShell backdoor. Check Point Research uncovered an active phishing campaign attributed to the North Korealinked KONNI group (aka Kimsuky, Earth Imp, TA406, Thallium, Vedalia, and Velvet Chollima). The operation targets software developers and engineers using fake project…
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Winning Against AI-Based Attacks Requires a Combined Defensive Approach
If there’s a constant in cybersecurity, it’s that adversaries are always innovating. The rise of offensive AI is transforming attack strategies and making them harder to detect. Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, recently reported on adversaries using Large Language Models (LLMs) to both conceal code and generate malicious scripts on the fly, letting malware shape-shift in…
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Oracle AI sailed the world on Royal Navy flagship via cloudthe-edge kit
Big Red says ‘sovereign’ platform supports decision-making and operational learning at sea First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2026/01/26/royal_navy_oracle_ai/
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Oracle AI sailed the world on Royal Navy flagship via cloudthe-edge kit
Big Red says ‘sovereign’ platform supports decision-making and operational learning at sea First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2026/01/26/royal_navy_oracle_ai/
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Digitale Souveränität, Sicherheit, KI: Wie sich Europas IT-Strategien neu ausrichten
Unternehmen in Europa stehen vor einem Dilemma: Entweder sie halten am Status quo fest und riskieren eine folgenschwere Abhängigkeit von einzelnen Anbietern oder sie akzeptieren die tiefgreifenden technologischen Veränderungen und machen ihre IT wirklich zukunftsfähig. Das Festhalten an proprietären Single”‘Vendor”‘Lösungen ist längst nicht mehr nur eine Frage der Technologie. Es ist ein finanzielles Risiko und kann zur Bedrohung für das……
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Google ties AI Search to Gmail and Photos, raising new privacy questions
Google is expanding Personal Intelligence into AI Mode in Google Search to deliver more personalized search results. AI Mode can securely connect to your Gmail and Google … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/01/26/google-ai-mode-personal-intelligence/
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Konni Hackers Deploy AI-Generated PowerShell Backdoor Against Blockchain Developers
Tags: ai, backdoor, blockchain, hacker, india, intelligence, korea, malware, north-korea, phishing, powershell, russia, threat, tool, ukraineThe North Korean threat actor known as Konni has been observed using PowerShell malware generated using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to target developers and engineering teams in the blockchain sector.The phishing campaign has targeted Japan, Australia, and India, highlighting the adversary’s expansion of the targeting scope beyond South Korea, Russia, Ukraine, and European nations, Check…
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F5 Strengthens, Scales Sustains AI Security With Integrated Runtime Protection
F5 AI Guardrails and F5 AI Red Team extend platform capabilities with continuous testing, adaptive governance and real-time protection. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/01/f5-strengthens-scales-sustains-ai-security-with-integrated-runtime-protection/
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F5 Strengthens, Scales Sustains AI Security With Integrated Runtime Protection
F5 AI Guardrails and F5 AI Red Team extend platform capabilities with continuous testing, adaptive governance and real-time protection. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/01/f5-strengthens-scales-sustains-ai-security-with-integrated-runtime-protection/
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F5 Strengthens, Scales Sustains AI Security With Integrated Runtime Protection
F5 AI Guardrails and F5 AI Red Team extend platform capabilities with continuous testing, adaptive governance and real-time protection. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/01/f5-strengthens-scales-sustains-ai-security-with-integrated-runtime-protection/
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CISO’s predictions for 2026
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, automation, breach, business, ciso, cloud, control, credentials, cryptography, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, encryption, endpoint, extortion, finance, governance, government, healthcare, identity, infrastructure, malicious, mobile, mssp, network, password, penetration-testing, ransomware, risk, router, saas, soc, strategy, supply-chain, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, warfareAI agents to reshape the threat landscape: But those same AI technologies are also changing the threat landscape. Toal points to a recent Anthropic report that documented the first large-scale AI-enabled cyberattack as an early warning sign. “I guarantee attackers will be more focused on using AI agents for what they want than a lot…
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CloudStrategie – KI-Angriffe zielen auf Unternehmens-Clouds
First seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/ki-basierte-angriffe-auf-unternehmen-risiken-herausforderungen-a-29489fb1d1b266c9bdd8aff733e37fc9/