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Leaked Driver's Licenses Exposed in Prison Phone Service Breach
A data leak at prison phone provider Pay Tel exposed over 300,000 driver's licenses and inmate communications. Security researchers discovered the breach.
Quantum computing threatens to break current encryption sooner than expected
Quantum computers could crack today's encryption within a decade. Enterprises are not prepared.
Hackers Exploited Meta AI Chatbot to Hijack Celebrity Instagram Accounts
Hackers used a prompt injection attack on Meta's AI support chatbot to steal high-value Instagram accounts. The exploit was trivially easy and affected accounts including the Obama White House.
Microsoft unveils 100 specialized AI agents for threat hunting at Build 2026
Microsoft launched over 100 specialized AI agents for cybersecurity threat hunting at Build 2026. The system connects real vulnerabilities to Defender and GitHub.
AI Worm That Spreads Without Human Interaction Raises Alarm
Researchers created a self-replicating AI worm that can steal data and spread across networks without any user clicks. The worm targets generative AI assistants like ChatGPT and Gemini, posing a new class of cyber threat.
Why Autonomous AI Fails Without a Body-Like Feedback System
AI systems that rely on pure autonomy often fail. A new framework compares AI to the human body, arguing that feedback loops build trust.
Google's Gemini Leaks Its Own System Prompt in User Chat
A user discovered that Google's Gemini AI revealed its internal system prompt during a conversation, raising questions about AI transparency and safety.
France Leads EU's Charge Away From US Tech Giants
France is replacing Zoom and Microsoft Teams with homegrown tools, and other EU countries are following. The Trump-era push for digital sovereignty is reshaping Europe's tech landscape.
Inside the SolarWinds Breach: Hackers Had Full Access to Treasury Systems
New details reveal Russian-linked hackers infiltrated Treasury email systems far deeper than previously known. The supply chain attack compromised thousands of government and private networks, exposing critical security gaps.
AI-Powered Web App Builders Create Security Risks for Development Teams
AI-powered web app builders speed up development but introduce serious security risks. Many teams skip proper review, leaving vulnerable code in production.
Mini-LED TVs Gain Edge Over OLED for World Cup Viewing
Mini-LED TVs are becoming the preferred choice for World Cup viewing due to higher brightness, lower burn-in risk and lower cost compared to OLED.
Wi-Fi Signals Can Identify You by Your Gait, Researchers Warn
New research shows Wi-Fi signals can track individuals by their walking patterns, turning everyday routers into surveillance tools without cameras.
Undersea Cables: The Fragile Backbone of Global Internet Connectivity
Nearly all intercontinental internet traffic travels through fragile undersea cables vulnerable to damage from ships anchors natural disasters.
Claude's Gmail Access Raises Privacy Concerns as AI Learns User Habits
Anthropic's Claude can now read your Gmail to learn your work patterns and save time. But the deep personalization comes with significant privacy trade-offs.
How a Single Software Update Crippled Critical Infrastructure
A routine software update caused widespread failures across hospitals, airports and emergency services.
Multi-Cloud Adoption in UK Businesses Creates New Security Gaps
UK firms embracing multiple cloud providers are introducing fresh vulnerabilities due to poor integration and oversight, experts warn.
Tiny Space Laser Station Aims to Replace Subsea Internet Cables
A new compact optical ground station uses lasers to beam data from space, challenging the vulnerabilities of traditional subsea and terrestrial cables.
Phone Makers Add Special Security Modes to Block Spyware Attacks
Apple, Google and Meta now offer special security modes that protect devices from targeted spyware. These settings limit device vulnerabilities for high-risk users.
Overprivileged AI Agents Expose Banking Systems to New Attacks
Financial firms face mounting security risks as AI agents access excessive data and systems. Overprivileged permissions create compliance vulnerabilities and trust issues across banking.
Social Engineering Meets AI: How Hackers Hijacked 20,000 Instagram Accounts
Hackers manipulated an AI chatbot to gain control of 20,000 Instagram accounts. The exploit underscores new vulnerabilities in automated customer support.