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Hackers Target Siemens Controllers with AI-Assisted Scripts
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
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OpenAI Underestimated Its Models’ Cyber Skills
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
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OpenAI’s Cybersecurity Defense Playbook
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
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U.S. Opens Door to Private Hack-Back Operations
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
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Qwen 3.8 27B Raises the Cybersecurity Stakes
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
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Microsoft’s August Patch Tuesday Fixes 751 Flaws
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
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AI Accelerates Familiar Cyber Risks
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
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AI May Have Powered a Bitcoin Cold-Wallet Hack
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
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AI-Found Zoom Bug Enabled Device Takeovers
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
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Gartner Predicts 30% Less SOC Manual Work by 2028
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
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North Korean Hackers Build AI Attack Tools
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
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Gartner’s 2026 China Cybersecurity Curve Deflates AI Hype
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
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Gen Digital Bets on AI-Driven Cybersecurity Demand
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
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Iran-Linked Attacks Target US Water Utilities
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
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Russian Hackers Hijack Hotel Wi-Fi Networks
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
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Why human expertise remains essential in AI-powered testing
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
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UK abandons VPN restrictions following internal research
The UK government has decided against restricting VPN usage as part of its online safety regulations for children. Internal research indicated that such limitations would be ineffective or counterproductive.
The Next Web (TNW) · 65d ago
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Hackers jailed after breaching London transport network
Two teenagers have been sentenced to five and a half years each for a cyber-attack on Transport for London that cost £39 million. The breach compromised the data of millions of commuters and forced a mandatory password reset for 27,000 staff members.
The Guardian Technology · 65d ago
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Teen hackers jailed for live-streamed TfL cyber-attack
Two teenagers, Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair, have been sentenced for their involvement in a cyber-attack against Transport for London (TfL). The incident, which was live-streamed, resulted in significant operational costs for the organization.
BBC Technology · 65d ago
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Russian spies targeting routers with default credentials
Russian FSB hackers are actively scanning for routers that utilize legacy protocols and default login credentials. This campaign aims to harvest configuration data from vulnerable network hardware.
iTNews Australia · 66d ago
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Whistleblower exposes widespread use of Pegasus spyware
A former Moroccan intelligence officer has provided evidence of the state's use of NSO Group's Pegasus software to target high-profile individuals. The spyware allows for total device compromise, including camera and microphone activation.
The Guardian Technology · 66d ago
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Partnered Health clinic chain suffers major data theft
Medical clinic chain Partnered Health has confirmed a data breach involving the theft of sensitive personal information. The incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity vulnerabilities within healthcare data infrastructure.
iTNews Australia · 66d ago
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Iran exploits mobile network vulnerabilities to track US troops
Reports indicate that Iran leveraged known security vulnerabilities in global telecommunications infrastructure to track the location of US military personnel. This highlights critical security risks in legacy network protocols.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 67d ago
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US charges Russian hackers over critical infrastructure attacks
The US government has unsealed criminal charges against alleged Russian hackers involved in ransomware attacks. A reward has been offered for information leading to their identification or location.
iTNews Australia · 67d ago
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New RedHook Android Malware Exploits Debugging Tools for Remote Control
A new variant of the RedHook malware has been identified, capable of spying on screens and intercepting texts. It uniquely leverages built-in Android debugging tools to gain remote access without requiring root privileges.
Digital Trends · 68d ago
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Kenyan court holds banks, telcos liable for SIM fraud
A Kenyan court ruled that Diamond Trust Bank and a local telco are liable for a $34,000 SIM swap fraud. The victim had previously reported the security breach, but the institutions failed to prevent the unauthorized withdrawal.
TechCabal · 68d ago
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Negotiator colludes with hackers to extort $75M
A cybersecurity negotiator exploited sensitive data to assist the BlackCat ransomware group in inflating ransom demands. The individual has been sentenced to 70 months in prison for this internal betrayal.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 70d ago
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State of Security 2026: Data Security Report
This report outlines the evolving landscape of data security for 2026, focusing on the challenges faced by large logistics organizations like Toll Group. It highlights the intersection of AI-driven threats and the necessity for robust data governance frameworks.
iTNews Australia · 72d ago
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FIFA registration system vulnerability exposed
A security vulnerability in the FIFA registration system allowed unauthorized access to backend systems due to a lack of proper authentication controls.
虎嗅 · 72d ago
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Interpol Global Anti-Fraud Operation Nets 5,000+ Arrests
Interpol concluded 'Operation First Light 2026', a global initiative targeting social engineering and investment fraud. The operation resulted in over 5,800 arrests and the interception of $293 million in illicit assets.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 72d ago