Tag: data
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Your work apps are quietly handing 19 data points to someone
Office work in 2026 runs through a stack of mobile apps that sit on the same phones people use for banking, messaging family, and tracking their location. Ten of the most … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/05/04/workplace-apps-data-collection-privacy/
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Instructure confirms data breach, ShinyHunters claims attack
Educational tech giant Instructure has confirmed that data was stolen in a cyberattack, with the ShinyHunters extortion gang claiming responsibility. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/instructure-confirms-data-breach-shinyhunters-claims-attack/
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Paying Ransom Won’t Help as VECT 2.0 Ransomware Destroys Data Irreversibly
VECT 2.0 ransomware contains fatal flaws that permanently destroy files, making recovery impossible and rendering ransom payments useless for victims worldwide. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/paying-ransom-vect-2-0-ransomware-destroys-data/
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Securing AI procurement and third-party models: a practical guide for UK SMEs
Securing AI procurement and third-party models: a practical guide for UK SMEs Third-party AI tools can be useful, but they also change the way your business handles data, makes decisions, and depends on suppliers. For many UK SMEs, the risk is not the model itself. It is the way the tool is bought, connected, configured,……
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Invisible Threats Within: Detecting Botnet Activity and Data Exfiltration Before It’s Too Late
In today’s cyber threat landscape, attacks are no longer always loud or immediate. Many of the most damaging incidents begin quietly hidden within normal network activity, disguised as legitimate traffic, and evolving over time into full-scale compromises. Modern security requires more than just detection; it requires context, behavioral intelligence, and early intervention. This article highlights…
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Windows shell spoofing vulnerability puts sensitive data at risk
A difficult balance: Erik Avakian, technical counselor at Info-Tech Research Group, noted that when it set the patching deadline, CISA had been operating within the guidelines laid down in Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 22-01, which requires US federal agencies to patch vulnerabilities within the timelines outlined under the policy, which range from 14 to 21…
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New Deep#Door RAT uses stealth and persistence to target Windows
Deep#Door hides a Python RAT inside a batch file, kills Windows defenses, survives via multiple persistence methods, and exfiltrates data through a public TCP tunnel. Security researchers at Securonix uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign called Deep#Door. Threat actors employed a stealthy Python-based backdoor that uses a surprisingly simple delivery method to achieve deep, persistent access…
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Dangerous New Linux Exploit Gives Attackers Root Access to Countless Computers
The exploit, dubbed CopyFail and tracked as CVE-2026-31431, allows hackers to take over PCs and data center servers. The Linux vulnerabilities have been patched”, but many machines remain at risk. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/dangerous-new-linux-exploit-gives-attackers-root-access-to-countless-computers/
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Critrical cPanel flaw mass-exploited in “Sorry” ransomware attacks
A new disclosed cPanel flaw tracked as CVE-2026-41940 is being mass-exploited to breach websites and encrypt data in “Sorry” ransomware attacks. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/critrical-cpanel-flaw-mass-exploited-in-sorry-ransomware-attacks/
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RBI Cybersecurity Compliance Checklist for Fintech Organizations
Tags: compliance, cyber, cybersecurity, data, finance, fintech, framework, india, resilience, service, threatThe financial services ecosystem in India is undergoing rapid digital transformation, and fintech organizations sit at the center of this evolution. With increasing cyber threats targeting digital payments, lending platforms, and financial data, regulatory oversight has intensified. The Reserve Bank of India mandates a strong RBI cybersecurity framework that fintechs must follow to ensure resilience,……
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Global Cyber Threat Brief: Identity Breaches, Supply Chain Attacks, and the Rise of Organized Cybercrime
Tags: attack, breach, cyber, cybercrime, data, exploit, identity, organized, ransomware, service, supply-chain, threatIn the past week, the global cyber threat landscape has once again demonstrated how rapidly attackers are evolving shifting from isolated intrusions to coordinated, multi-stage campaigns targeting identities, supply chains, and service providers. From large-scale identity data exposure to sophisticated token abuse and ransomware-driven disruptions, these incidents highlight a critical reality: attackers are increasingly exploiting…
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Addressing the Edge Security Paradox
The paradox of edge security describes how technologies designed to strengthen network defenses can also create new vulnerabilities. Edge devices improve performance and support localized threat detection by processing data closer to its source, yet modern enterprise environments often operate thousands of distributed endpoints. This rapid expansion of edge infrastructure increases the number of systems..…
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15-year-old detained over French govt agency data breach
French authorities have detained a 15-year-old suspected of selling data stolen in a cyberattack on France Titres (ANTS), the country’s agency for issuing and managing administrative documents. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/15-year-old-detained-over-french-govt-agency-data-breach/
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Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Inflation Timeline’
Tags: datavia the comic artistry and dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: https://securityboulevard.com/2026/05/randall-munroes-xkcd-inflation-timeline/
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Story retracted
BleepingComputer initially published a story about a new data breach at Instructure. Shortly after publication, we determined that the information was incorrect and primarily based on outdated details from a prior incident. The article has been retracted, and we regret the error. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/story-retracted/
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Vulnerability remediation: Match CVEs to asset owners in seconds with Tenable Hexa AI
Tags: access, ai, api, attack, automation, business, ciso, compliance, control, cve, cybersecurity, data, exploit, framework, group, identity, Internet, login, nist, okta, service, supply-chain, threat, update, vulnerability, vulnerability-managementDetecting a vulnerability is easy. Finding the person responsible for fixing it is where remediation programs often break down. See how Tenable Hexa AI uses MCP to connect your exposure data to your identity provider, automating the hunt for asset owners in seconds. Key takeaways The accountability gap is the real bottleneck. Finding a vulnerability…
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Cybercrime Groups Using Vishing and SSO Abuse in Rapid SaaS Extortion Attacks
Cybersecurity researchers are warning of two cybercrime groups that are carrying out “rapid, high-impact attacks” operating almost within the confines of SaaS environments, while leaving minimal traces of their actions.The clusters, Cordial Spider (aka BlackFile, CL-CRI-1116, O-UNC-045, and UNC6671) and Snarky Spider (aka O-UNC-025 and UNC6661), have been attributed to high-speed data theft and First…
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CyberStrong Product Update: What’s New in Release 4.15
<div cla CyberStrong 4.15 is here, and this release is packed with improvements across the platform, from expanded workflow capabilities and bulk data import to deeper asset group intelligence and a cleaner user experience throughout. Here’s a look at everything that’s new. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/05/cyberstrong-product-update-whats-new-in-release-4-15/
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Carding service Jerry’s Store leak exposes 345,000 stolen payment cards
Jerry’s Store, a card-checking service used by cybercriminals, exposed 345,000 stolen payment cards after leaving its server open, revealing sensitive data. A cybercriminal operation known as Jerry’s Store has reportedly exposed a large cache of stolen payment card data after leaving its own infrastructure accessible online. The service appears to have been used to test…
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Cyber spies target Russian aviation firms to steal satellite and GPS data
A cyber-espionage group has been targeting Russian government agencies and companies in the aviation industry to steal sensitive geospatial data. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/russia-cyber-espionage-aviation
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The Overlap of Cybersecurity and Financial Risk: Protecting Sensitive Data in Commodity Markets
Cybersecurity financial risk is rising in commodity markets as breaches, data loss and espionage threaten operations and investor trust. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/05/the-overlap-of-cybersecurity-and-financial-risk-protecting-sensitive-data-in-commodity-markets/
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Multiple Exim Mail Server Vulnerabilities Could Trigger Crashes via Malicious DNS Data
The developers of the Exim mail server have officially rolled out version 4.99.2 to address four newly discovered security vulnerabilities. This critical update patches multiple software flaws that could allow attackers to crash server connections, corrupt memory heaps, or potentially leak sensitive system data. Mail server administrators are strongly advised to apply these fixes immediately…
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The Cyber Express Weekly Roundup: Data Breaches, AI Risks, and Phishing Campaigns Dominate Cybersecurity Landscape
In this week’s First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/tce-weekly-roundup-cybersecurity/
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Networks of Browser Extensions Are Spyware in Disguise
Modern browser extensions and ad blockers are legally collecting and reselling user data, including streaming habits and B2B sales intelligence, under the guise of “analytics.” This unregulated “legal spyware” creates massive security gaps as employees unwittingly leak corporate URLs, SaaS dashboards, and research activity to third-party databases. With the rise of AI-native browsers and personal…
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Bridging the gap: How to integrate Claude Security into the Tenable One Exposure Management Platform
Tags: ai, api, attack, business, cloud, data, flaw, governance, intelligence, risk, tool, update, vulnerabilityBridge the gap between AI-driven vulnerability discovery and prioritized remediation. Learn how to integrate Claude Security’s deep-logic analysis into Tenable One to unify your attack surface, eliminate noise, and focus on the risks that matter most. Key takeaways As frontier AI models like Claude accelerate the pace of vulnerability discovery, security programs must shift their…
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State CISOs Are Losing Confidence as AI Threats Surge
Tightening Budgets and AI-Enabled Attacks Stretch State Cyber Defenses. State CISO confidence has collapsed, with just 22% saying their data is protected from cyberthreats. The 2026 NASCIO-Deloitte study points to AI-enabled attacks, third-party vendor risk and the worst budget picture in years as states rethink how they defend public data. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump…