Tag: control
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Prompt Control is the New Front Door of Application Security
Discover how AI-driven systems are redefining application security. Research highlights the importance of focusing on inference layers, prompt control, and token management to effectively secure AI inference services and minimize risks associated with cost, latency, and data leakage. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/02/prompt-control-is-the-new-front-door-of-application-security/
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Top Security Incidents of 2025: Chrome Browser 0-Day Vulnerability Exploitation
Tags: apt, attack, browser, chrome, control, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, google, group, network, security-incident, vulnerability, windows, zero-dayBackground In March 2025, cybersecurity researchers disclosed a highly sophisticated targeted attack campaign named “Operation ForumTroll.” Orchestrated by an unidentified state-sponsored APT group, the operation leveraged a Google Chrome 0-day vulnerability (CVE-2025-2783) as its core weapon. This vulnerability enabled sandbox escape, allowing arbitrary code execution on victims’ Windows systems and granting full control over the targeted…The…
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A new approach for GenAI risk protection
Solution 1: GenAI enterprise model: Implement enterprise licenses for approved GenAI solutions (such as ChatGPT Enterprise or Microsoft CoPilot 365, which is integrated into existing O365 tenants). Enterprise GenAI solutions typically include a robust set of built-in security tools that allow organizations to secure their data and implement DLP controls within the enterprise GenAI solution…
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Keenadu backdoor found preinstalled on Android devices, powers Ad fraud campaign
Kaspersky uncovered Keenadu, an Android backdoor used for ad fraud that can even take full control of devices. Kaspersky has identified a new Android malware called Keenadu. It can be preinstalled in device firmware, hidden inside system apps, or even distributed via official stores like Google Play. Currently used for ad fraud by turning infected…
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The new paradigm for raising up secure software engineers
Tags: ai, application-security, awareness, ceo, ciso, compliance, control, cyber, data, governance, login, risk, skills, software, threat, tool, training, vulnerabilityThreat modeling as a core competency: This system-level thinking should also elevate the need for greater developer fluency in threat modeling, says Yasar. He notes that threat modeling has historically been difficult for product security and engineering teams to operationalize at scale. One of the longstanding barriers to practical threat modeling was the knowledge required…
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Securing the New Control Plane: Introducing Static Scanning for AI Agent Configurations
Announcing the launch of AI Agent Configuration Scanning. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/02/securing-the-new-control-plane-introducing-static-scanning-for-ai-agent-configurations/
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GitGuardian Doubles Down on AI Agent Defense With $50M Raise
Series C Funding Round Focuses on Secrets Remediation, Agent Governance Expansion. Backed by a $50 million Series C, GitGuardian plans to accelerate U.S. expansion and enhance secrets detection remediation and non-human identity controls as AI agents multiply across enterprises, increasing exposure to credential abuse and lateral movement. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/gitguardian-doubles-down-on-ai-agent-defense-50m-raise-a-30778
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Researchers Show Copilot and Grok Can Be Abused as Malware C2 Proxies
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed that artificial intelligence (AI) assistants that support web browsing or URL fetching capabilities can be turned into stealthy command-and-control (C2) relays, a technique that could allow attackers to blend into legitimate enterprise communications and evade detection.The attack method, which has been demonstrated against Microsoft Copilot and xAI Grok First seen on…
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Data Minimization Is Still an Underrated Security Control
Why Reducing Data Volume Matters More Than Ever for SOCs and CISOs Data minimization is often perceived as a constraint on innovation. In reality, it is the ultimate enabler of resilience. It reduces the impact of breaches, weakens ransomware leverage, improves SOC efficiency and secures the AI frontier. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article:…
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Keenadu Firmware Backdoor Infects Android Tablets via Signed OTA Updates
A new Android backdoor that’s embedded deep into the device firmware can silently harvest data and remotely control its behavior, according to new findings from Kaspersky.The Russian cybersecurity vendor said it discovered the backdoor, dubbed Keenadu, in the firmware of devices associated with various brands, including Alldocube, with the compromise occurring during the firmware build…
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MCSC 2026: ‘Politik und Wirtschaft müssen zusammenarbeiten”
Tags: bsi, china, conference, control, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, cyersecurity, north-korea, office, usaDas Motto der Munich Cybersecurity Conference 2026: “Command Control, Really? Confronting The Illusion Of Deterrence In The Age Of Relentless Cyber Threats.” Julia MutzbauerAuch in diesem Jahr waren wieder zahlreiche internationale Institutionen auf der Münchner Cybersicherheitskonferenz (MCSC) vertreten. Darunter das Weiße Haus, FBI, Europol, OECD, BSI, BND und die Europäische Kommission sowie das National Cybersecurity…
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Polish cybercrime Police arrest man linked to Phobos ransomware operation
Officers from Poland’s Central Bureau of Cybercrime Control (CBZC) police arrested a 47-year-old man linked to the Phobos ransomware operation. Polish authorities arrested a 47-year-old man suspected of involvement in cybercrime and linked him to the Phobos ransomware operation. Police said they discovered evidence of illegal activities on his seized devices. >>Officers from the Central…
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New Keenadu backdoor found in Android firmware, Google Play apps
A newly discovered and sophisticated Android malware called Keenadu has been found embedded in firmware from multiple device brands, enabling it to compromise all installed applications and gain unrestricted control over infected devices. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-keenadu-backdoor-found-in-android-firmware-google-play-apps/
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New Keenadu backdoor found in Android firmware, Google Play apps
A newly discovered and sophisticated Android malware called Keenadu has been found embedded in firmware from multiple device brands, enabling it to compromise all installed applications and gain unrestricted control over infected devices. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-keenadu-backdoor-found-in-android-firmware-google-play-apps/
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Firmware-level Android backdoor found on tablets from multiple manufacturers
A new Android backdoor embedded directly in device firmware can quietly take control of apps and harvest data, Kaspersky researchers found. The malware, named Keenadu, was … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/02/17/firmware-level-android-backdoor-keenadu-tablets/
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Unit 42: Nearly two-thirds of breaches now start with identity abuse
Palo Alto Network’s incident response firm said identity-based attacks are exploding as poor security controls stretch across a widening mosaic of integrated tools and systems. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/attackers-abuse-identity-unit42-palo-alto-networks-incident-response-report/
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When AI agent security controls are enough and when they’re not
Not all AI agents carry the same risk. Four zones that help determine when built-in controls are enough. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/spons/when-ai-agent-security-controls-are-enough-and-when-theyre-not/811700/
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With CISOs stretched thin, re-envisioning enterprise risk may be the only fix
Tags: access, ai, application-security, business, cio, ciso, cloud, compliance, control, cyber, cybersecurity, data, fraud, governance, grc, group, identity, infrastructure, jobs, monitoring, privacy, RedTeam, risk, soc, supply-chain, vulnerabilityStructural changes necessary: Flavio Villanustre, CISO for the LexisNexis Risk Solutions Group, says many organizations have already made the structural changes necessary to address the rising importance, and specialization, of cybersecurity and risk functions.”The breadth and depth of information security and cybersecurity have increased so significantly over the past two decades that it drove a…
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How SSO Simplifies Identity Management for Deskless and Frontline Workforces
Discover how SSO streamlines identity management for deskless and frontline workers, improving security, access control, and productivity. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/02/how-sso-simplifies-identity-management-for-deskless-and-frontline-workforces/
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Apache NiFi Vulnerabilities Expose Systems to Authorization Bypass Attacks
Apache NiFi users are being urged to upgrade after the project disclosed a high-severity authorization flaw tracked as CVE-2026-25903. The issue, published on 2026-02-16, can allow a less-privileged authenticated user to modify configuration properties on certain “restricted” extension components that were previously added to a flow by a more privileged user, potentially weakening security controls…
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CISO Julie Chatman offers insights for you to take control of your security leadership role
Tags: access, ai, attack, awareness, breach, business, ciso, control, crowdstrike, cyber, cybersecurity, deep-fake, email, finance, firewall, government, healthcare, infrastructure, law, military, office, phishing, risk, service, skills, supply-chain, technology, threat, training, updateFirst, the hopes-and-dreams budget: What would it take to close all the known gaps and operate proactively?Second, the could-live-with-this budget: What’s realistic and gets you to acceptable risk levels?Third, the I-think-I’m-going-to-resign budget: Because you can see a breach coming and you don’t want your name attached to it.You probably won’t end up at that last…
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CISO Julie Chatman offers insights for you to take control of your security leadership role
Tags: access, ai, attack, awareness, breach, business, ciso, control, crowdstrike, cyber, cybersecurity, deep-fake, email, finance, firewall, government, healthcare, infrastructure, law, military, office, phishing, risk, service, skills, supply-chain, technology, threat, training, updateFirst, the hopes-and-dreams budget: What would it take to close all the known gaps and operate proactively?Second, the could-live-with-this budget: What’s realistic and gets you to acceptable risk levels?Third, the I-think-I’m-going-to-resign budget: Because you can see a breach coming and you don’t want your name attached to it.You probably won’t end up at that last…
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A security flaw at DavaIndia Pharmacy allowed attackers to access customers’ data and more
A security flaw at DavaIndia Pharmacy exposed customer data and gave outsiders full admin control of its systems. DavaIndia is a large Indian pharmacy retail chain focused on selling affordable generic medicines. Operated by Zota Health Care Ltd., the brand promotes low-cost alternatives to branded drugs to make healthcare more accessible across India. DavaIndia runs…
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Over 500,000 VKontakte accounts hijacked through malicious Chrome extensions
Researchers said they identified a network of five Chrome extensions, marketed as tools to change themes and enhance the VK user experience, that took control of infected accounts and manipulated settings without users’ consent. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/500000-vkontakte-accounts-hijacked-chrome-extensions
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BeyondTrust RCE Exploited for Domain Control
CVE-2026-1731 is being exploited to gain full Windows domain control in self-hosted BeyondTrust deployments. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/threats/beyondtrust-rce-exploited-for-domain-control/
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Passwords to passkeys: Staying ISO 27001 compliant in a passwordless era
Password-based authentication is increasingly risky as organizations adopt passkeys to strengthen security and meet ISO/IEC 27001 requirements. Passwork explains how to align passwordless adoption with Annex A controls, risk assessments, and secure implementation practices. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/passwords-to-passkeys-staying-iso-27001-compliant-in-a-passwordless-era/
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ClawBands GitHub Project Looks to Put Human Controls on OpenClaw AI Agents
A software developer has created ClawBands, a project on GItHub that is designed to put human-in-the-loop controls on OpenClaw, the highly popular personal AI assistant that comes with a range of security risks. At the same time, OpenClaw developer Peter Steinberger is being hired by OpenAI to continue working on such AI agents. First seen…
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The Promptware Kill Chain
Attacks against modern generative artificial intelligence (AI) large language models (LLMs) pose a real threat. Yet discussions around these attacks and their potential defenses are dangerously myopic. The dominant narrative focuses on “prompt injection,” a set of techniques to embed instructions into inputs to LLM intended to perform malicious activity. This term suggests a simple,…