AI-powered attacks, AI-powered defenses, and the vulnerabilities of the models themselves.
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Zscaler CEO Jay Chaudhry said AI is increasing demand for cybersecurity rather than reducing the need for security software. Executives want AI-driven productivity and cost savings, but are concerned that new models could introduce vulnerabilities, enable breaches, or allow applications to be hacked or hijacked.
Bloomberg Technology · 15d ago
The article ranks 10 autonomous penetration-testing tools according to whether they can prove each exploit before reporting it. It draws on Astra Security’s State of Pentesting 2026 report, based on 6.8 million findings across more than 8,000 entities.
The Next Web (TNW) · 16d ago
NEC is applying its AI model, Mythos, to cybersecurity through participation in Project Glasswing. The update signals an enterprise-focused effort to use AI in security-related applications.
ITmedia AI+ (日本) · 17d ago
Cybersecurity operations are shifting from manual processes toward AI-driven automation as threats grow in volume, speed, and sophistication. AI can automate repetitive, high-volume tasks while improving accuracy and efficiency across the security lifecycle.
SCMP Technology · 18d ago
Palo Alto Networks initiated an adjusted profit outlook that exceeded expectations. The company cited stronger demand to secure networks against heightened AI-related security risks.
Bloomberg Technology · 18d ago
Financial Stability Board chair Andrew Bailey told G20 finance ministers that AI-driven cyber risk is now the most immediate threat to the global financial system. His assessment was outlined in a letter ahead of the G20 meetings and reported by Reuters.
The Next Web (TNW) · 19d ago
AI companies are warning that a major cybersecurity crisis could arrive within months as increasingly capable AI changes the threat landscape. The article also reports attacks targeting more than 100 US water systems and other security-related developments.
Wired · 21d ago
Wired AI examines how increasingly capable AI agents may be able to hack computer systems and what that means for global security. The discussion considers whether shared risks could encourage greater cooperation between the US and China on AI safety and cybersecurity.
Wired AI · 23d ago
The article examines how AI is forcing security teams to rethink threat prioritisation and response. It advocates connecting technical threat intelligence with the potential impact on business operations.
iTNews Australia · 24d ago
The US says Chinese hackers breached systems associated with the Justice Department, NASA, the Federal Reserve, and the Senate. Authorities also seized domains allegedly used to execute the campaign.
iTNews Australia · 24d ago
CrowdStrike shares rose after the company issued a full-year revenue outlook above analyst estimates. The results suggest cybersecurity demand remains strong as AI increases the threat environment.
Bloomberg Technology · 24d ago
July appeared to be the worst month of 2026 for reported ransomware victim claims, but the figures may have been distorted by claims from a newly emerged ransomware group. The article also warns that agentic AI could create significant future ransomware risks.
ZDNet AI · 24d ago
Bitkom reports that 87% of German companies experienced data theft, espionage, or sabotage during the past year, up from 81% previously. The resulting damage was estimated at €289.2 billion, with Russia reportedly catching up with China as a major source of attacks.
The Next Web (TNW) · 24d ago
AI firms are debating whether to keep cyber capability tests connected to the internet after models were hacked. Supporters argue that online testing better reflects real-world conditions and improves accuracy.
Bloomberg Technology · 25d ago
U.S. authorities warn that threat actors are targeting Siemens S7 PLCs used in water systems and other critical infrastructure.
Tom's Hardware · 28d ago
OpenAI president Greg Brockman said the company underestimated how capable its models are in cybersecurity tasks. In the same CNBC appearance, he also characterized executive departures as unusually scrutinized because of OpenAI’s public profile.
The Next Web (TNW) · 33d ago
OpenAI examines how AI is changing the balance between cybersecurity attackers and defenders. The article outlines how OpenAI is strengthening its own defenses and what security teams can do immediately.
OpenAI News · 34d ago
President Trump signed a memorandum creating the first U.S. program allowing vetted private companies to conduct offensive cyber operations.
Tom's Hardware · 35d ago
A cybersecurity analyst argues that Qwen 3.8 27B could be a major step forward for security workflows involving scripts, MCPs, and tool-connected agents. The post places this view within rapid progress on CTF, vulnerability-research, and exploit benchmarks, while warning about the risks of increasingly capable autonomous exploitation.
Reddit r/LocalLLaMA · 36d ago
Microsoft’s August 2026 Patch Tuesday addresses 751 CVEs across its product families, including 108 critical vulnerabilities and the actively exploited CVE-2026-68820 in the Windows WinSock driver. Organizations should prioritize updates for Windows, Office, and Exchange, with additional testing for DNS, DHCP, printing, fonts, Remote Desktop, and WinSock.
Computerworld · 36d ago
The article argues that AI is intensifying existing cyber threats rather than creating entirely new categories of risk. It emphasizes that core security principles remain the main factor determining organizational resilience.
TechRadar AI · 38d ago
AnchorWatch COO Becca Amilee Rubenfeld discusses how AI may have contributed to a recent cold-wallet Bitcoin hack. She also raises the possibility that a recently released Chinese AI model was connected to the attack.
Bloomberg Technology · 39d ago
Researchers reported that a public AI tool identified a Zoom screen-sharing flaw in fewer than 20 prompts. The vulnerability, which could let anyone on a call hijack another participant’s device, has now been fixed.
Wired · 39d ago
Gartner forecasts that manual response work in security operations centers will decline by 30% by 2028 as AI reshapes both attacks and defense. The analysis outlines three priorities security leaders should pursue to preserve enterprise competitiveness amid increasingly persistent attacks.
ITmedia AI+ (日本) · 40d ago
A North Korean hacking group is reportedly building AI tools for attack and reconnaissance activities. The brief report does not identify the tools or explain their specific capabilities.
iTNews Australia · 40d ago
Gartner has released its 2026 China cybersecurity technology maturity curve, highlighting the evolving maturity of security technologies in the Chinese market. AI security is entering a hype-deflation phase, signaling a shift from exaggerated expectations toward practical validation and deployment.
InfoQ中国 · 43d ago
Gen Digital raised its earnings forecast, sending shares to their highest level in nearly a year. CEO Vincent Pilette said the company expects sustained double-digit growth as concerns about AI and agentic technologies drive demand for cybersecurity solutions.
Bloomberg Technology · 43d ago
Iran-linked cyberattacks against US water utilities are continuing and expanding, according to an information-sharing center. The incidents highlight persistent cybersecurity risks for critical infrastructure operators.
Bloomberg Technology · 45d ago
Microsoft warned that a Russian government-backed hacking group is hijacking public Wi-Fi networks at hotels and conference centers. Victims may be redirected to fake login pages or tricked into downloading malware, enabling credential theft and device compromise.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 46d ago
This article explores the limitations of AI in cybersecurity, emphasizing that while AI can automate routine tasks, it cannot replace the nuanced judgment of human penetration testers. It highlights the necessity of a hybrid approach for robust security assessments.
TechRadar AI · 64d ago