Fri.May 30, 2025

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Why Take9 Won’t Improve Cybersecurity

Schneier on Security

There’s a new cybersecurity awareness campaign: Take9. The idea is that people—you, me, everyone—should just pause for nine seconds and think more about the link they are planning to click on, the file they are planning to download, or whatever it is they are planning to share. There’s a website —of course—and a video , well-produced and scary.

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The Dangers of AI Acceleration: Why a Deregulatory Stance Threatens Humanity

Jane Frankland

Everyone’s talking about AI aren’t they, and when I gave a keynote on Artificial Intelligence and cybersecurity recently, I relayed how the rise of AI has brought us to a pivotal moment in historya moment brimming with both extraordinary opportunity and unparalleled risk. Central to this debate, though, is the approach that nations are taking toward regulation.

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RSAC Fireside Chat: Human and machine identity risks are converging — and they’re finally visible

The Last Watchdog

Non-human service accounts have quietly become one of the biggest liabilities in enterprise security. Related: Why identity is the cornerstone of cyber defense These machine credentials used to automate connections between systems now outnumber humans by 30 to 1. That gap is likely even wider in cloud-intensive environments. Yet despite their scale, service accounts remain largely invisible to traditional IAM and PAM systems.

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China-Linked Hackers Exploit SAP and SQL Server Flaws in Attacks Across Asia and Brazil

The Hacker News

The China-linked threat actor behind the recent in-the-wild exploitation of a critical security flaw in SAP NetWeaver has been attributed to a broader set of attacks targeting organizations in Brazil, India, and Southeast Asia since 2023.

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How to Avoid Pitfalls In Automation: Keep Humans In the Loop

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

Automation is transforming finance but without strong financial oversight it can introduce more risk than reward. From missed discrepancies to strained vendor relationships, accounts payable automation needs a human touch to deliver lasting value. This session is your playbook to get automation right. We’ll explore how to balance speed with control, boost decision-making through human-machine collaboration, and unlock ROI with fewer errors, stronger fraud prevention, and smoother operations.

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How AI coding agents could destroy open source software

Zero Day

Imagine a single rogue line of code slipping past your tired eyes - and suddenly your entire app is compromised. AI coding agents could be the silent saboteurs of the next big cybersecurity crisis.

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New EDDIESTEALER Malware Bypasses Chrome's App-Bound Encryption to Steal Browser Data

The Hacker News

A new malware campaign is distributing a novel Rust-based information stealer dubbed EDDIESTEALER using the popular ClickFix social engineering tactic initiated via fake CAPTCHA verification pages.

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Microsoft Authenticator’s Password Manager is Phasing Out: What You Need to Do!

Penetration Testing

As previously reported, Microsoft Authenticator will gradually deprecate its password manager functionality. Account credentials already saved will be The post Microsoft Authenticator’s Password Manager is Phasing Out: What You Need to Do! appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.

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I changed 6 settings on my Roku TV to instantly improve the user experience

Zero Day

Here's a breakdown of several methods you can use to clear your Roku TV cache and boost performance in just minutes.

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Get Early Access: Ubuntu Now Releasing Monthly Development Snapshots!

Penetration Testing

Canonical, the developer behind the popular Linux operating system Ubuntu, has recently announced a new initiative: in addition The post Get Early Access: Ubuntu Now Releasing Monthly Development Snapshots! appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.

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96% of IT pros say AI agents are a security risk, but they're deploying them anyway

Zero Day

The same capabilities that make agents much more powerful than traditional chatbots also make them much bigger potential liabilities.

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Why Giant Content Libraries Do Nothing for Your Employees’ Cyber Resilience

Many cybersecurity awareness platforms offer massive content libraries, yet they fail to enhance employees’ cyber resilience. Without structured, engaging, and personalized training, employees struggle to retain and apply key cybersecurity principles. Phished.io explains why organizations should focus on interactive, scenario-based learning rather than overwhelming employees with excessive content.

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Exploits and vulnerabilities in Q1 2025

SecureList

The first quarter of 2025 saw the continued publication of vulnerabilities discovered and fixed in 2024, as some researchers were previously unable to disclose the details. This partially shifted the focus away from vulnerabilities that received new CVE-2025-NNNNN identifiers. The nature of the CVE assignment process can result in a notable delay between problem investigation and patch release, which is mitigated by reserving a CVE ID early in the process.

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New ChatGPT Scam Infects Users With Ransomware: ‘Exercise Extreme Caution’

Tech Republic Security

Cisco Talos identified three strains of malware that spoof AI tools, including ChatGPT.

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AI agents make great teammates, but don't let them code alone - here's why

Zero Day

The narrative of completely agent-driven software development 'overlooks the deeply human and multifaceted nature of software development.

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Interlock ransomware: what you need to know

Graham Cluley

"We don’t just want payment; we want accountability." The malicious hackers behind the Interlock ransomware try to justify their attacks. Learn more about what you need to know about Interlock in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.

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Zero Trust Mandate: The Realities, Requirements and Roadmap

The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.

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It almost pains me to say it, but Microsoft Edge is great on Linux - you should try it

Zero Day

I'm a longtime Linux fan, and yes, I do use Edge regularly. Here's why.

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Cops in Germany Claim They've ID'd the Mysterious Trickbot Ransomware Kingpin

WIRED Threat Level

The elusive boss of the Trickbot and Conti cybercriminal groups has been known only as Stern. Now, German law enforcement has published his alleged identityand its a familiar face.

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Microsoft's Copilot for Gaming arrives in beta - how to try it on your phone

Zero Day

Stuck in a game on Xbox? Copilot is here to help.

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ConnectWise suffered a cyberattack carried out by a sophisticated nation state actor

Security Affairs

ConnectWise detected suspicious activity linked to a nation-state actor, impacting a small number of its ScreenConnect customers. ConnectWise revealed it had detected suspicious activity linked to an advanced nation-state actor. The company confirmed that the attack impacted a small number of its ScreenConnect customers. ConnectWise recently learned of suspicious activity within our environment that we believe was tied to a sophisticated nation state actor, which affected a very small number of

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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This Eufy robot vacuum has a built-in handheld vac - and just hit its lowest price

Zero Day

Eufy features the cheapest robot vacuum combination this year, with a handheld unit built into the robot's body instead of the dock.

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Google Chrome to Distrust Chunghwa Telecom & NetLock TLS Certificates

Penetration Testing

In a decisive move to uphold the integrity and trustworthiness of encrypted web communications, Google has announced that The post Google Chrome to Distrust Chunghwa Telecom & NetLock TLS Certificates appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.

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This hidden Google Earth slider lets you travel up to 80 years back in time. Here's how to try it

Zero Day

Ever wonder what your street looked like in the 1980s - or even the 30s? With Google Earth's historical imagery feature, you can view almost any location as it would've appeared throughout time.

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CVE-2025-40909: Perl Threads Vulnerability Exposes File Operation Race Condition

Penetration Testing

A newly disclosed vulnerability in Perl’s threading mechanism, tracked as CVE-2025-40909, exposes systems to race conditions involving the The post CVE-2025-40909: Perl Threads Vulnerability Exposes File Operation Race Condition appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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This $300 Motorola phone outlasts the iPhone 16 at a fraction of the price

Zero Day

With its 6.8-inch display and impressive endurance, the Moto G Power (2025) delivers premium features at a budget-friendly price, making it a standout in its category.

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Firefox Fixes Nvidia Glitches in New 139.0.1 Update!

Penetration Testing

Mozilla Firefox browser has recently released version 139.0, introducing several new features, including full-page translation on extension pages The post Firefox Fixes Nvidia Glitches in New 139.0.1 Update! appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity.

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AI doesn't have to be a job-killer. How some businesses are using it to enhance, not replace

Zero Day

Despite popular rhetoric, humans are as in demand as ever.

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Strategies for Enhancing Your Organization’s Cyber Resilience

Security Boulevard

Organizations must improve their cyber resilience not just for the sake of business operations, but to maintain customer confidence. The post Strategies for Enhancing Your Organizations Cyber Resilience appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Optimizing The Modern Developer Experience with Coder

Many software teams have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth. This is where Coder comes in. In our 101 Coder webinar, you’ll explore how cloud-based development environments can unlock new levels of productivity. Discover how to transition from local setups to a secure, cloud-powered ecosystem with ease.

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Sustaining Digital Certificate Security - Upcoming Changes to the Chrome Root Store

Google Security

Posted by Chrome Root Program, Chrome Security Team Note: Google Chrome communicated its removal of default trust of Chunghwa Telecom and Netlock in the public forum on May 30, 2025. The Chrome Root Program Policy states that Certification Authority (CA) certificates included in the Chrome Root Store must provide value to Chrome end users that exceeds the risk of their continued inclusion.

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How practical AI prevailed over hype at Red Hat Summit 2025

Zero Day

At Red Hat Summit and Ansible Fest 2025, discussions included open source, automation, security, and, of course, AI - but in a refreshing way.

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Damascened Peacock: Russian hackers targeted UK Ministry of Defence

Graham Cluley

The UK’s Ministry of Defence has revealed that it was the target of a sophisticated cyber attack that saw Russia-linked hackers pose as journalists. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog.

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5 projects Perplexity's new Labs AI tool can whip up for you now - in minutes

Zero Day

The new Perplexity Labs tool can generate anything from spreadsheets to mini apps fast. Here's how to try it and why you should.

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The Tumultuous IT Landscape Is Making Hiring More Difficult

After a year of sporadic hiring and uncertain investment areas, tech leaders are scrambling to figure out what’s next. This whitepaper reveals how tech leaders are hiring and investing for the future. Download today to learn more!