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Webinar: Too many tools are slowing network incident response

May 26, 2026 3:00 PM

Tags: ai, automation, incident response, infrastructure, monitoring, network, tool

IT teams often need to jump between monitoring dashboards, infrastructure tools, ticketing systems, and communication platforms during network incidents. This webinar explores how automation and AI-assisted workflows can help reduce manual coordination and improve incident response times. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/webinar-too-many-tools-are-slowing-network-incident-response/
Phishing Campaigns Exploit RCS and iMessage to Evade SMS Security Filters

May 26, 2026 10:00 AM

Tags: credentials, cyber, data, encryption, exploit, malicious, network, phishing, theft, threat

Phishing campaigns are entering a new phase as attackers abandon traditional SMS delivery and static credential theft in favor of encrypted messaging channels and real-time account takeover techniques. Unlike conventional SMS phishing, RCS and iMessage operate over data networks with end-to-end encryption, limiting carriers’ ability to inspect or block malicious content. Threat actors are exploiting…
Third-Party Cyberattack Impacts Patient Information at The Oncology Institute

May 26, 2026 9:00 AM

Tags: breach, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, healthcare, network, software

The Oncology Institute disclosed a data breach tied to a third-party vendor, potentially exposing patient information after a 2025 cyberattack. The Oncology Institute has confirmed that patient information was impacted in a cybersecurity incident involving a third-party software provider. The healthcare network first disclosed the security breach in November 2025 while the vendor’s investigation was…
The Alert Firehose Finally Meets Its Match

May 25, 2026 3:00 PM

Tags: ai, cybersecurity, detection, network, threat

Ask a cybersecurity pro about Network Detection and Response (NDR) and you might still hear “Noisy,” “Too much data.” But ask the teams running NDR that includes agentic AI capabilities and you’ll hear they’re actually using it to catch threats earlier, triage faster, and chase fewer false positives. The old complaint lingers in part because…
Netherlands Busts Bulletproof Hosting Network Linked to Disinformation and Cybercrime

May 25, 2026 2:00 PM

Tags: cybercrime, disinformation, network, russia

Dutch authorities arrested two suspects after dismantling a bulletproof hosting network linked to cybercrime, disinfo, and Russian sanctions evasion. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/netherlands-busts-bulletproof-hosting-disinfo-cybercrime/
Dutch authorities dismantle hosting network allegedly used for cyberattacks and disinformation

May 25, 2026 12:00 PM

Tags: crime, cyberattack, disinformation, finance, network, russia

Dutch authorities arrested two suspects and seized 800 servers tied to Stark Industries, a hosting firm linked to cyberattacks and disinformation. Dutch financial crime investigators arrested two men and seized 800 servers connected to Stark Industries, a hosting provider accused of enabling cyberattacks, interference operations, and disinformation campaigns. Authorities said the suspects supported Russian and…
Hackers Exploit Shared CDNs to Evade Domain Reputation Filters

May 25, 2026 11:00 AM

Tags: control, cyber, exploit, flaw, hacker, infrastructure, network, software

Hackers are increasingly abusing shared Content Delivery Network (CDN) infrastructure to bypass domain-reputation-based security controls using a newly identified technique called “Underminr.” Underminr is not a conventional software flaw but an inherent weakness in how modern CDNs handle multi-tenant traffic. CDN providers such as Cloudflare, Akamai, AWS CloudFront, and Fastly route traffic for millions of…
Hackers Exploit F5 BIG-IP to Gain SSH Access and Pivot Into Linux Networks

May 23, 2026 1:00 PM

Tags: access, attack, cyber, exploit, hacker, intelligence, linux, microsoft, network, threat, unauthorized

Threat actors are actively exploiting end-of-life F5 BIG-IP appliances to gain unauthorized SSH access into enterprise networks, using the compromised devices as launchpads for sophisticated multi-stage intrusion campaigns that ultimately target Active Directory infrastructure. Microsoft Threat Intelligence disclosed the full attack chain on May 22, 2026, documenting how a single compromised edge appliance cascaded into…
Hackers Exploit F5 BIG-IP to Gain SSH Access and Pivot Into Linux Networks

May 23, 2026 1:00 PM

Tags: access, attack, cyber, exploit, hacker, intelligence, linux, microsoft, network, threat, unauthorized

Threat actors are actively exploiting end-of-life F5 BIG-IP appliances to gain unauthorized SSH access into enterprise networks, using the compromised devices as launchpads for sophisticated multi-stage intrusion campaigns that ultimately target Active Directory infrastructure. Microsoft Threat Intelligence disclosed the full attack chain on May 22, 2026, documenting how a single compromised edge appliance cascaded into…
Iranian Hackers Using Fake Job Sites to Breach Defense Firms

May 23, 2026 1:00 AM

Tags: breach, communications, defense, government, hacker, iran, jobs, malware, network

Unit 42 Says Iranian Operators Target Aerospace and Government Staff. Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 said Iran-linked operators tied to Screening Serpens are using fake recruiting campaigns, cloned aerospace hiring portals and malware-laced job materials to infiltrate defense, satellite communications and government networks. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/iranian-hackers-using-fake-job-sites-to-breach-defense-firms-a-31762
Terra Security expands platform to include network infrastructure exploitation validation

May 22, 2026 10:00 PM

Tags: exploit, infrastructure, network

First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/terra-security-expands-platform-to-include-network-infrastructure-exploitation-validation
SASE manages your network access, but who manages your SASE?

May 22, 2026 10:00 PM

Tags: access, network

First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/perspective/sase-manages-your-network-access-but-who-manages-your-sase
First VPN Dismantled in Global Takedown Over Use by 25 Ransomware Groups

May 22, 2026 9:00 PM

Tags: attack, data, group, network, ransomware, service, theft, usa, vpn

Authorities in Europe and North America have announced the dismantling of a criminal virtual private network (VPN) service used by criminal actors to obscure the origins of ransomware attacks, data theft, scanning, and denial-of-service attacks.The disruption of First VPN Service was led by France and the Netherlands, with several other nations supporting the investigation since…
Everyone Suddenly Wants Claude’s Audit Logs

May 22, 2026 8:00 PM

Tags: access, api, compliance, corporate, crowdstrike, microsoft, network

27 Enterprises Integrate Claude’s Compliance API. More than two dozen enterprise security vendors, including Microsoft, CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks, have built integrations with Anthropic’s Claude Compliance API, an interface the company launched months ago to give corporate security teams access to Claude activity data. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/everyone-suddenly-wants-claudes-audit-logs-a-31753
Iran-linked hackers target key US, allied sectors with sophisticated spear-phishing messages

May 22, 2026 6:00 PM

Tags: defense, hacker, iran, network, phishing, spear-phishing

Companies, particularly those in the affected industries, should harden their defenses against impersonation schemes, Palo Alto Networks said. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/iran-cyberattacks-espionage-us-israel-uae/820990/
Hackers Exploit Middle East Telecoms for Massive C2 Operations

May 22, 2026 4:00 PM

Tags: control, cyber, exploit, hacker, infrastructure, middle-east, network

Hackers are increasingly abusing Middle East telecommunications networks and hosting providers to operate large-scale command-and-control (C2) infrastructure. The findings highlight a strategic shift away from disposable indicators toward infrastructure-level tracking, allowing defenders to identify persistent patterns behind cyber operations rather than reacting to constantly changing indicators of compromise. The dataset reveals that C2 infrastructure dominates…
Russian Hackers Exploit RDP, VPNs, Supply Chains for Initial Access

May 22, 2026 3:00 PM

Tags: access, cyber, defense, exploit, government, group, hacker, infrastructure, network, russia, social-engineering, supply-chain, threat, vpn

Russian state-sponsored and aligned threat groups are increasingly combining Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), supply chain compromise, and sophisticated social engineering to gain initial access to targeted networks across government, critical infrastructure, and commercial sectors. This multi-vector approach allows them to bypass perimeter defenses, blend in with legitimate traffic, and maintain long-term…
Flipper Introduces Flipper One as a Modular Linux-Based Cyberdeck

May 22, 2026 8:00 AM

Tags: cyber, cybersecurity, Hardware, linux, network, software

Flipper Devices has officially unveiledFlipper One, a modular, Linux-based cyberdeck designed to push the boundaries of open hardware and portable network analysis platforms. Unlike the popular Flipper Zero, the new device targets high-performance networking, software-defined radio (SDR), and embedded Linux development, positioning itself as a powerful toolkit for cybersecurity professionals, researchers, and hardware developers. Flipper…
Lawmakers from both parties say CISA cuts have gone too far

May 21, 2026 11:00 PM

Tags: china, cisa, network, threat

Reps. Don Bacon, R-Neb., and James Walkinshaw, D-Va., found rare bipartisan agreement that the agency tasked with defending civilian networks has been diminished at a moment when threats from China and others are growing. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/lawmakers-bipartisan-cisa-budget-cuts/
Palo Alto Networks Execs: Platformization Is The Key In Frontier AI Shift

May 21, 2026 9:00 PM

Tags: ai, cybersecurity, network, threat

The emergence of powerful frontier AI models such as Anthropic’s Claude Mythos is giving another massive boost to platformization in cybersecurity, creating huge opportunities for partners to help customers move as quickly as AI-powered threats, according to Palo Alto Networks executives. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2026/palo-alto-networks-execs-platformization-is-the-key-in-frontier-ai-shift
Authorities dismantle First VPN, used by ransomware actors

May 21, 2026 5:00 PM

Tags: cybercrime, network, ransomware, service, vpn

First VPN, a virtual private network service marketed to cybercriminals, promising anonymity for its users, was taken offline on May 19 and 20 as part of Operation Saffron. … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/05/21/operation-saffron-first-vpn-takedown/
Police seize “First VPN” service used in ransomware, data theft attacks

May 21, 2026 4:00 PM

Tags: attack, data, international, law, network, ransomware, service, theft, vpn

A virtual private network service called ‘First VPN,’ used in ransomware and data theft attacks, has been taken offline in a joint international law enforcement operation. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/police-seize-first-vpn-service-used-in-ransomware-data-theft-attacks/
Hackers Exploit Butter Network Bridge to Mint Massive MAPO Supply

May 21, 2026 12:00 PM

Tags: breach, crypto, exploit, finance, hacker, network, unauthorized

The cryptocurrency market witnessed another major security breach this week after the MAPO token collapsed by 96% following an exploit tied to the Butter Network cross-chain bridge. The incident resulted in the unauthorized minting of a quadrillion MAPO tokens, flooding the market with a supply vastly larger than the legitimate circulating amount and causing severe…
Why AI changed the threat model for travel technology

May 21, 2026 9:00 AM

Tags: ai, network, technology, threat

In this Help Net Security interview, Devon Bryan, SVP, Global CSO at Booking Holdings, reflects on his path from Air Force network security engineer to global CSO across … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/05/21/devon-bryan-booking-holdings-cso-leadership-travel/
Claude Code Sandbox Flaw May Compromise User Secrets

May 21, 2026 7:00 AM

Tags: cyber, data-breach, flaw, network

A newly disclosed security flaw in Anthropic’s Claude Code platform has exposed a critical weakness in its network sandbox, potentially allowing attackers to bypass restrictions and exfiltrate sensitive data. The issue, identified by security researcher Aonan Guan, marks the second complete sandbox bypass discovered in under six months, raising concerns about the reliability of built-in…
Claude Code Sandbox Flaw May Compromise User Secrets

May 21, 2026 7:00 AM

Tags: cyber, data-breach, flaw, network

A newly disclosed security flaw in Anthropic’s Claude Code platform has exposed a critical weakness in its network sandbox, potentially allowing attackers to bypass restrictions and exfiltrate sensitive data. The issue, identified by security researcher Aonan Guan, marks the second complete sandbox bypass discovered in under six months, raising concerns about the reliability of built-in…
Check Point Validates AI-Driven Actions With Deepchecks Buy

May 21, 2026 1:00 AM

Tags: ai, network, service, startup

Acquisition Focuses on Validating AI Agents, Models in Critical Security Workflows. Check Point said its acquisition of AI evaluation startup Deepchecks will help validate and monitor autonomous security agents, as enterprises increasingly rely on generative AI to manage critical network security operations without introducing hallucinations or service disruptions. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article:…
Payment Rails Open, Fraud Response Still Lagging

May 21, 2026 12:00 AM

Tags: fraud, network

Instant Payments Push Outpaces Regional Cross-Border Fraud Defenses. Cross-border payments across Southeast Asia are about to get significantly faster. The region is months away from launching the most ambitious cross-border payments network in its history – Project Nexus. But cross-border fraud response is still lagging. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/payment-rails-open-fraud-response-still-lagging-a-31732
Browser Threats Are Expanding the SMB Attack Surface

May 21, 2026 12:00 AM

Tags: ai, attack, cybersecurity, malicious, network, phishing, risk, threat

Palo Alto Networks warns that browser-based attacks, AI phishing, and malicious extensions are creating growing cybersecurity risks for SMBs. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/threats/browser-threats-are-expanding-the-smb-attack-surface/
Spanish police ‘systematically’ hid cryptophone intercepts from courts, claims ex chief

May 20, 2026 11:02 PM

Tags: intelligence, network, phone

Former Spanish police chief, on trial for drug trafficking, claims that UK and Columbian police assisted in creating fictitious intelligence reports to hide use of intercept from encrypted phone networks Sky ECC and Anom First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366643318/Spanish-police-systematically-hid-cryptophone-intercepts-from-courts-claims-ex-chief