Tag: cybersecurity
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When Payment Data Becomes the Weakest Link
Tags: access, awareness, breach, cloud, compliance, container, control, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, encryption, fraud, least-privilege, PCI, radius, risk, service, software, strategy, threatWhen Payment Data Becomes the Weakest Link madhav Thu, 02/26/2026 – 10:56 Most cybersecurity incidents don’t begin with an attack. They begin with a design decision. Four people experienced that reality in the same week. Different roles. Different systems. One shared outcome. Cybersecurity Karen Kelvie – Product Marketing, Data Protection More About This Author >…
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Notorious ransomware gang allegedly blackmailed by fake FSB officer
There is a certain poetic justice in a cybersecurity-related story that has emerged from Moscow this week: A man has been accused of trying to extort money… from a notorious Russian ransomware gang. First seen on bitdefender.com Jump to article: www.bitdefender.com/en-us/blog/hotforsecurity/ransomware-gang-blackmailed-fake-fsb-officer
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SMBs Struggle to Translate Cybersecurity Investment into Real-World Resilience, Study Finds
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) continue to face significant cyber risk despite growing investment in cybersecurity tools and training, according to new research from privacy company Proton AG. The company’s SMB Cybersecurity Report 2026, based on a survey of 3,000 business leaders across six global markets, including the UK, found that one in four SMBs…
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Marquis Takes Legal Action Against SonicWall Over Ransomware Attack from Backup Breach
Tags: attack, backup, breach, cloud, cyber, cybersecurity, firewall, ransomware, service, software, vulnerabilityMarquis Software Solutions has filed a lawsuit against cybersecurity firm SonicWall, claiming a vulnerability in SonicWall’s cloud backup service led directly to a ransomware attack on its network. Filed in a Texas federal court, the complaint highlights a massive failure in securing sensitive firewall configuration files.”‹ On August 14, 2025, Marquis experienced a devastating ransomware…
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Malicious StripeApi NuGet Package Mimicked Official Library and Stole API Tokens
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a new malicious package discovered on the NuGet Gallery, impersonating a library from financial services firm Stripe in an attempt to target the financial sector.The package, codenamed StripeApi.Net, attempts to masquerade as Stripe.net, a legitimate library from Stripe that has over 75 million downloads. It was uploaded by a…
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The farmers and the mercenaries: Rethinking the ‘human layer’ in security
Tags: access, attack, authentication, awareness, ciso, control, cybersecurity, defense, detection, intelligence, jobs, monitoring, risk, soc, threat, tool, trainingThe evidence is already in: This isn’t a theoretical complaint, it shows up in research on how real SOCs work. A study by the University of Oxford based on surveys and interviews with SOC practitioners found they “confirmed the high” false-positive rates of tools in use, and that many “false positives” are actually benign triggers…
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Government Data Stolen After Hacker Jailbreaks Claude AI to Write Malicious Exploit Code
Tags: ai, breach, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, exploit, government, hacker, malicious, vulnerabilityA hacker successfully manipulated Anthropic’s Claude AI to launch a sophisticated month-long cyberattack against Mexican government agencies. Between December 2025 and January 2026, the attacker utilized >>jailbreaking<< techniques to bypass safety guardrails, forcing the AI to identify vulnerabilities, generate functional exploit code, and exfiltrate sensitive data. The Jailbreak Method Cybersecurity firm Gambit Security revealed that…
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Samsung SDS Identifies Top Cybersecurity Threats of 2026 as AI Risks Escalate
The cybersecurity threats of 2026 are expected to become more complex and harder to contain. keeping that in mind, Samsung SDS has released its assessment of the five most significant risks enterprises should prepare for this year. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/cybersecurity-threats-of-2026-samsung-sds/
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5 trends that should top CISO’s RSA 2026 agendas
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, backup, business, cio, ciso, cloud, conference, control, corporate, cryptography, cyber, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, edr, finance, framework, governance, group, healthcare, identity, incident response, intelligence, network, okta, resilience, risk, saas, service, skills, software, strategy, tactics, technology, threat, tool, training, update, vulnerability, zero-trustCTEM in the spotlight: In another evolutionary trend, most organizations are moving beyond scanning for software snafus to continuous threat exposure management (CTEM). By doing so, security teams hope to get a full picture of all assets, as well as their configurations, locations, software vulnerabilities, ownership, and business criticality.Armed with this data, CTEM platforms look…
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Australian Poultry Giant Hazeldenes Faces Operational Disruption After Cyberattack
One of the country’s largest poultry processors is working to restore operations after a cybersecurity breach disrupted production across its network. The Hazeldenes cyberattack has affected the Victoria-based business, prompting a phased return to normal activity as investigations continue. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/hazeldenes-cyberattack-australia/
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Hottest cybersecurity open-source tools of the month: February 2026
This month’s roundup features exceptional open-source cybersecurity tools that are gaining attention for strengthening security across various environments. Pompelmi: … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/02/26/hottest-cybersecurity-open-source-tools-of-the-month-february-2026/
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AI Shocks the Cybersecurity Market
Tags: ai, business, compliance, crowdstrike, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, governance, identity, incident response, intelligence, ml, okta, risk, service, software, threat, tool, update, vulnerabilityThe cybersecurity market was jolted last week after Anthropic dropped a bombshell announcement. The company’s new AI Claude model identified 500 previously unknown high-risk vulnerabilities hidden in widely used software. That is not a minor milestone. It is a technically significant achievement and a clear demonstration of how quickly AI capabilities are advancing. What came…
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AI Shocks the Cybersecurity Market
Tags: ai, business, compliance, crowdstrike, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, governance, identity, incident response, intelligence, ml, okta, risk, service, software, threat, tool, update, vulnerabilityThe cybersecurity market was jolted last week after Anthropic dropped a bombshell announcement. The company’s new AI Claude model identified 500 previously unknown high-risk vulnerabilities hidden in widely used software. That is not a minor milestone. It is a technically significant achievement and a clear demonstration of how quickly AI capabilities are advancing. What came…
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Why are tech leaders excited about NHI in cybersecurity
Tags: cybersecurityWhat is Driving the Buzz Among Tech Leaders Over Non-Human Identities in Cybersecurity? Cybersecurity is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and amidst the dynamic shifts, Non-Human Identities (NHIs) have emerged as a pivotal component that tech leaders are increasingly excited about. The importance of NHIs extends beyond just another layer of security; it signals a……
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How does Agentic AI help you stay ahead in cybersecurity
The Role of Agentic AI in Modern Cybersecurity Are you exploring the future trends making waves in cybersecurity today? One transformative technology, Agentic AI, is reshaping how organizations manage Non-Human Identities (NHI) and Secrets Security Management, allowing businesses to stay ahead of potential cyber threats. Understanding Non-Human Identities Machine identities, also known as Non-Human Identities……
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Is the investment in Agentic AI justified by its cybersecurity benefits
How Can Non-Human Identities Strengthen Cybersecurity? Are organizations truly leveraging the full potential of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) in their quest for robust cybersecurity? With cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, there’s a pressing need to adopt innovative solutions that go beyond traditional security measures. One such solution is the effective management of Non-Human Identities, especially in……
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Feds Scramble Amid Shutdown to Secure Cisco SD-WAN Systems
Emergency CISA Directive Lands as DHS Shutdown Strains Cyber Operations. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued a directive Wednesday ordering civilian agencies to secure and hunt for compromise in vulnerable Cisco SD-WAN systems after officials observed active exploitation – while warning that shutdown-related disruptions heighten operational risk. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article:…
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Medical device maker UFP Technologies warns of data stolen in cyberattack
American manufacturer of medical devices, UFP Technologies, has disclosed that a cybersecurity incident has compromised its IT systems and data. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/medical-device-maker-ufp-technologies-warns-of-data-stolen-in-cyberattack/
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CVE-2026-20127: Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Controller/Manager Zero-Day Authentication Bypass Vulnerability Exploited in the Wild
Tags: access, advisory, attack, authentication, cisa, cisco, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, government, infrastructure, intelligence, mitigation, network, risk, software, threat, update, vulnerability, zero-dayExploitation of a maximum severity authentication bypass zero-day vulnerability affecting Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Controller and Manager has been reported. Immediate patching is recommended to thwart ongoing attacks. Key takeaways: CVE-2026-20127 is an Authentication Bypass Vulnerability affecting Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Controller and Manager. Patches have been released and no workarounds are currently available. Exploitation in the…
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US cybersecurity agency CISA reportedly in dire shape amid Trump cuts and layoffs
Under the first year of the Trump administration, the U.S. cyber agency CISA has faced cuts, layoffs, and furloughs, as bipartisan lawmakers and cybersecurity industry sources say the agency is unprepared to handle a crisis. First seen on techcrunch.com Jump to article: techcrunch.com/2026/02/25/us-cybersecurity-agency-cisa-reportedly-in-dire-shape-amid-trump-cuts-and-layoffs/
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Phishing Platform Targeting Trucking and Logistics Disrupted
Russian and Armenian Operators Tied to Logistics-Focused ‘Diesel Vortex’ Group. Cybersecurity investigators have identified, unmasked and disrupted a months-long organized criminal effort that developed a phishing-as-a-service designed to target Western users of popular logistics platforms, facilitating multiple types of fraud and displaying operators’ deep industry knowledge. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/phishing-platform-targeting-trucking-logistics-disrupted-a-30846
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Beyond the Perimeter: Anti Data Exfiltration is the New Cybersecurity Standard
We all know the old >>castle and moat<< approach to network security is failing. BlackFog CEO Darren Williams sat down with Alan Shimel to talk about why traditional data loss prevention (DLP) struggles in today's hybrid environments. The reality is that legacy DLP requires far too much manual data classification and relies on a network..…
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Five Eyes allies warn hackers are actively exploiting Cisco SD-WAN flaws
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued an emergency directive warning of a “cyber threat actor’s ongoing exploitation of Cisco SD-WAN systems,” describing the activity as presenting a significant risk to federal civilian executive branch networks. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/five-eyes-warn-hackers-exploit-cisco-sd-wan
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Investors Should Take Long View Despite Anthropic Shock
Venture Capitalist Nick Davidov Points to Market Demand, Vulnerability Trends. Anthropic’s new AI-powered code security tool may have triggered a market selloff this week, but venture capitalists aren’t rewriting their investment plans for cybersecurity vendors, said Nick Davidov, co-founder and managing partner at San Francisco-based venture capital firm DVC. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to…
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Claude Code Flaws Allow Remote Code Execution and API Key Exfiltration
Tags: ai, api, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, intelligence, remote-code-execution, theft, vulnerabilityCybersecurity researchers have disclosed multiple security vulnerabilities in Anthropic’s Claude Code, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered coding assistant, that could result in remote code execution and theft of API credentials.”The vulnerabilities exploit various configuration mechanisms, including Hooks, Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers, and environment variables executing First seen on thehackernews.com Jump to article: thehackernews.com/2026/02/claude-code-flaws-allow-remote-code.html
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Marquis sues SonicWall over backup breach that led to ransomware attack
Marquis Software Solutions has filed a lawsuit against SonicWall, accusing the cybersecurity company of gross negligence and misrepresentation that allegedly led to a ransomware attack disrupting operations at 74 U.S. banks. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/marquis-sues-sonicwall-over-backup-breach-that-led-to-ransomware-attack/
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Survey Surfaces Increased Cybersecurity Risks Following AI Adoption
A global survey of 2,000 IT decision makers published today shows cybersecurity risks are rising as more organizations embrace artificial intelligence (AI) applications. Conducted by Sapio Research on behalf of Fastly, the survey finds that cybersecurity incidents impacting organizations that have integrated AI into core processes incur 135% more costs than organizations that have not……
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Tech Learning Awards of Excellence 2025 Winner
Tags: cybersecurityContent Filter & Classroom Manager Win 2025 Awards of Excellence in the Primary Education Category BOULDER, Colo.”, February 26, 2026″, ManagedMethods, the leading provider of cybersecurity, safety, web filtering, and classroom management solutions for K-12 schools, is pleased to announce that Classroom Manager and Content Filter have won in the Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence:…
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Malicious NuGet Packages Stole ASP.NET Data; npm Package Dropped Malware
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered four malicious NuGet packages that are designed to target ASP.NET web application developers to steal sensitive data.The campaign, discovered by Socket, exfiltrates ASP.NET Identity data, including user accounts, role assignments, and permission mappings, as well as manipulates authorization rules to create persistent backdoors in victim applications. First seen on thehackernews.com Jump…
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ISC2 veröffentlicht globalen Verhaltenskodex für Cybersicherheit
ISC2, die weltweit führende gemeinnützige Mitgliedervereinigung für Cybersecurity-Fachleute, hat den Code of Professional Conduct (Verhaltenskodex) vorgestellt. Dies ist ein globaler Leitfaden für prinzipientreue und ethische Praktiken im gesamten Bereich der Cybersicherheit. Aufbauend auf dem ISC2-Ethikkodex legt der Verhaltenskodex klare Erwartungen an die Verantwortlichkeiten und Pflichten von Führungskräften und Fachleuten im Bereich Cybersicherheit weltweit fest. Er…