Apple files a federal lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging a systematic theft of trade secrets involving confidential hardware designs and supplier relationships. In the 41-page complaint submitted to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, Apple accuses OpenAI’s hardware subsidiary, io Products, and key figures like Chief Hardware Officer Tang Yew Tan and […]
The European Parliament has passed a significant measure known as Chat Control 2.0, allowing big tech companies such as Google, Meta, and Microsoft to actively scan user messages for Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). With the EU reviving the law, legislators aim to enhance child protection through these proactive measures. However, this move raises privacy […]
Block, Inc., the owner of Cash App, has agreed to pay $45 million to settle allegations concerning inadequate security measures. State attorneys general announced the bipartisan agreement on Wednesday, claiming that the company misleadingly assured users that Cash App’s protections matched those of a traditional bank. This settlement stems from complaints that Cash App customers […]
The European Cyber Security Organisation (ECSO) has unveiled a detailed report mapping the EU’s efforts in bolstering cyber resilience in critical infrastructures, aligning strategies with the NIS2 Directive. This comprehensive document dissects how EU member states are revamping national cybersecurity strategies. It highlights their approaches to enhancing incident response, workforce development, and supply chain security. […]
The Spanish police have arrested a man allegedly linked to pro-Russian hacktivist groups following a tip-off from the FBI. This individual, residing in Spain, is connected to the hacking entities CyberArmy of Russia Reborn (CARR), Z-Pentest, and NoName057(16). The arrest highlights the international efforts to combat cybercrime and the critical role of cross-border cooperation in […]
The European Union this week unveiled a comprehensive plan addressing its dependency on foreign artificial intelligence systems in cybersecurity. At the heart of this initiative, adopted in Strasbourg on July 7, lie three core pillars: ensuring frontier AI is safe, accessible, and deployable within European cybersecurity, nurturing the EU’s cyber ecosystem, and significantly enhancing European […]
The Paris Peace Forum launches an ambitious initiative, INTAiC, to address the growing concerns around AI-driven cyber threats to internet infrastructure. This new global coalition consists of a diverse group of experts, all dedicated to understanding and mitigating the risks posed by artificial intelligence in cyberspace. Their mission encompasses a comprehensive assessment of the threats […]
Researchers have discovered a concerning GitHub flaw that allows malicious actors to utilize crafted public GitHub Issues to manipulate AI-powered workflows. This vulnerability can trick these workflows into releasing sensitive data from private repositories without requiring authentication. The issue highlights significant security gaps within GitHub’s platform, especially related to automation features designed to enhance efficiency. […]
A kddi breach exposes accounts of over 12 million individuals, sending shockwaves through Japan’s telecommunications sector. Attackers accessed an email platform employed by five internet service providers, compromising users’ email addresses and passwords. This cyber intrusion has raised significant concerns about the security measures employed by KDDI and its partners. The breach underscores the vulnerabilities […]
The ghostlock 15-year flaw discovered by Nebula Security researchers affects numerous Linux distributions, posing a significant security risk. This longstanding vulnerability, known as CVE-2026-43499, permits any logged-in user to gain full root control on any unpatched machine. Remarkably, the flaw, which originated over a decade ago, has been included by default in nearly all mainstream […]
CISA deploys Anthropic Mythos AI to scan federal code repositories for vulnerabilities, aiming to detect flaws before hackers and foreign intelligence services can exploit them. According to informed sources, these efforts have already identified numerous vulnerabilities, though specifics about scope and severity remain undisclosed. Managed by CISA’s Attack Surface Evaluation team, this initiative uses the […]
Keyfactor secures a $1 billion investment to enhance its cryptographic security solutions for AI and post-quantum environments. This significant financial boost positions the company to address the proliferation of “identity sprawl,” a growing concern as machine identities multiply uncontrollably, often surpassing human identities in organizations. With enterprises seeking more unified security strategies, Keyfactor is striving […]