The European Commission has fined Google €890 million ($1 billion) for breaching the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which seeks to ensure fair competition in online markets. This significant penalty arises from Google’s practices in its search engine and Play Store, where the Commission determined the company suppressed competition. The European Union’s efforts to promote a […]
Check Point has urgently released updates to fix multiple security flaws, notably addressing a critical vulnerability in SmartConsole. This flaw, identified as CVE-2026-16232 with a CVSS score of 9.3, is actively exploited and allows unauthenticated remote attackers to gain full admin access by obtaining a login token. The successful exploitation of this vulnerability requires internet […]
Google lets a video selfie become a new tool in its account recovery options, allowing users to verify their identities through facial recognition. This feature adds a layer of security, catering to those who prefer not to answer security questions or opt for email verification. Upon losing account access, users initiate the recovery by uploading […]
A newly discovered karr bluetooth flaw poses a serious security risk to approximately 2.2 million vehicles by allowing unauthorized remote attacks. Uncovered by researchers at the University of California, San Diego, the vulnerability impacts the KARR Security System, often installed by car dealerships. The flaw permits attackers within Bluetooth range to unlock doors, control alarms, […]
Shadow AI exposes security risks as it infiltrates enterprises with increasing frequency. This form of artificial intelligence operates without the knowledge or approval of IT departments, creating significant vulnerabilities for businesses. Rogue AI systems can complicate compliance and governance while bypassing internal controls designed to safeguard company data. The prevalence of shadow AI comes as […]
France has taken a significant step as it becomes the first European country to impose restrictions on social media usage for children under 15. Both houses of the French Parliament approved a new law aimed at protecting minors from potential online risks. This decision highlights France’s proactive stance amid a global movement to ensure safer […]
According to the latest Proofpoint ransomware report, over a third of ransomware victims face additional extortion demands after they have already paid the initial ransom. This unsettling finding highlights the ongoing struggles that businesses and individuals face within the evolving cyber threat landscape. While many victims succumb to paying the ransom in hopes of retrieving […]
Oracle has shipped 1,449 patches in its July 2026 Critical Patch Update, addressing over 1,200 vulnerabilities across a wide range of products. This patch release, the largest in Oracle’s history, underlines the complexity and security challenges associated with advanced technology platforms. Key areas affected include Oracle Database Server, Fusion Middleware, MySQL, and Oracle Communications platforms. […]
Hackers are actively exploiting a serious ServiceNow sandbox flaw, identified as CVE-2026-6875. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to escape the script sandbox and execute code on affected systems. Impacting the ServiceNow AI Platform, the flaw is notable because attackers don’t need valid accounts to exploit it. Researchers from Searchlight Cyber’s Assetnote discovered the issue and […]
Spain has fined 23andMe nearly $3 million due to cybersecurity deficiencies linked to a hack earlier in 2023. The breach affected 6.9 million individuals globally, impacting over 2,600 Spaniards. The Agencia Española de Protección de Datos (AEPD) announced this penalty, highlighting the importance of robust data protection measures. The AEPD’s decision underscores the growing imperative […]
Coca-Cola’s Fairlife subsidiary recently faced a setback as the Anubis ransomware gang claimed responsibility for a cyberattack against the dairy producer. The malicious group threatens to release sensitive company data unless Fairlife complies with their ransom demands. Anubis, notorious for its disruptive tactics, has made clear its intentions to escalate pressure on the company to […]
Authorities in Germany and the U.S. have dismantled the Kratos phishing network, a global phishing-as-a-service operation. The law enforcement agencies targeted the central infrastructure of Kratos, which was instrumental in facilitating phishing attacks worldwide. Concurrently, authorities arrested the platform’s developer in Indonesia, marking a significant breakthrough in the fight against cybercrime. Kratos enabled cybercriminals to […]