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If you use Azure Machine Learning (AML) to power your organization’s AI workflows, there’s a new security issue you can’t afford to ignore. A recently uncovered privilege escalation vulnerability in AML could allow attackers with minimal access to Storage Accounts to gain sweeping control over your cloud resources—even under Microsoft’s default settings. Sound like a…
Ever wondered if your Android phone could be making money for cybercriminals—without you ever noticing? What if that innocent-looking app you downloaded last week is secretly bombarding you with invisible ads, draining your battery, or even helping crooks steal from your bank account? You’re not alone. Millions of users across the globe are falling prey…
It’s rare to hear “good news” in the world of ransomware, but the recent announcement from the notorious Hunters International gang has sent shockwaves—and a hint of hope—through the cybersecurity community. The group claims it’s shutting down ransomware operations, offering free decryption keys to victims, and pivoting (or rebranding) toward data theft and extortion-only attacks…
Imagine this: You’ve spent months vetting your third-party vendors. You’ve read the fine print, grilled their CISOs, and signed airtight contracts. But just when you think your supply chain is secure, an unexpected breach ripples through—originating not with your direct vendors, but with their vendors. Welcome to the murky world of fourth-party risk. If you’re…
Quantum computing is no longer the stuff of science fiction. It’s knocking on our digital doorstep, promising both incredible innovation—and unprecedented cybersecurity risks. If you’ve ever wondered how Europe is preparing for this technological leap, you’re in the right place. The European Union has just rolled out a bold strategy to build quantum-secure infrastructure across…
Imagine waking up to news that a cyberattack has shut down your local hospital, delayed vital government services, or even compromised your business data. Now, imagine learning this could have been prevented—if only there hadn’t been deep cuts to government cybersecurity funding. Sound dramatic? Unfortunately, these scenarios are becoming less hypothetical as federal and state…
If you use Linux—or manage a fleet of Linux machines—you might take comfort in the system’s reputation for rock-solid security. But even the most trusted open-source tools can harbor hidden dangers. This spring, cybersecurity researchers uncovered two newly disclosed vulnerabilities in Sudo, the tool that lets ordinary users run commands as superuser (root). These flaws,…
Have you ever wondered what really happens to your personal data when you use popular Chinese apps like TikTok, WeChat, or Baidu Cloud? If you’re in Taiwan—or just care about privacy in an increasingly digital world—you’re not alone. The Taiwanese government has sounded a loud alarm, warning its citizens: the risks may be far greater,…
Digital espionage is no longer the stuff of spy thrillers—it’s a chilling reality, especially when criminal masterminds and hackers join forces. In what sounds like a plot straight out of a Hollywood blockbuster, recent government reports reveal how El Chapo’s infamous Sinaloa cartel used a hacker for targeted surveillance, leading to intimidation—and even the murder—of…
The rules of the cybersecurity game have changed—and if you’re a CISO, you know it. Not so long ago, your defenses might have been good enough: perimeter firewalls, complex passwords, and a well-worn incident response plan could hold the line. But in 2025, those legacy tactics are showing their age. Today’s adversaries are faster, sharper,…
