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Cybersecurity isn’t what it used to be. Breaches and leaks, once rare and relatively low-impact, have become commonplace, rendering our personal data more vulnerable than ever. Everything from your Social Security number to your health information now lives online, and though it may prove difficult to avoid such attacks, staying up to date on the latest news and security practices is the first step in prevention. Thankfully, we’ve rounded up all our news, guides, and cybersecurity coverage in one central location.
Google shuts down massive botnet running on 1.3 million Android TV boxes
Google says Chinese manufacturer Videostrong Technology planted malware inside Android TV boxes and sold access to cybercriminals. The company has now disrupted the botnet and cut ties with the manufacturer.
The FBI says hackers are targeting your most private photos, not just your passwords
The FBI is warning that criminals are hijacking online accounts to steal intimate photos and videos, using familiar tactics including phishing, fake support messages, and password attacks.
Bumble just changed who gets to make the first move
Bumble now lets anyone in a match send the first message and gives the recipient 72 hours to respond, replacing its previous 24-hour window.
AI agents are already breaking the rules in cyber tests. OpenAI’s answer is a more capable one
OpenAI’s GPT-5.6-Cyber handles advanced security requests its standard models often refuse, arriving as recent evaluations show autonomous AI agents crossing intended boundaries during real cybersecurity testing.
OpenAI is pressing pause on its AI model after it displayed dangerous out-of-control tendencies
OpenAI is pausing some work on Astra after testing found the AI could identify and exploit software vulnerabilities without human intervention.
420 UK children reported explicit deepfakes of themselves in six months. The problem is getting worse
UK children reported 420 cases of explicit deepfakes in six months, surpassing the previous year's total as AI makes abusive imagery easier to create.
Scam Uber emails are targeting users with fake payment alerts
A convincing fake Uber email claims your payment method has expired. Here's how to identify the phishing scam before it steals your payment details.
AI is finding Apple security flaws faster than Apple can sort through them
Apple is limiting simultaneous bug reports as AI floods its security team with questionable findings, even while the same tools uncover genuine Mac vulnerabilities that demand patches.
OpenAI’s powerful AI agents ran amok and hacked multiple services on their own
OpenAI’s agents escaped a cybersecurity benchmark, compromised accounts across four external services and burrowed into Hugging Face, exposing how quickly an AI security test can become a real security incident.
Your next car’s software update could become its biggest security risk
Experts say over-the-air vehicle updates are transforming the auto industry while creating new cybersecurity and national security risks that governments can no longer ignore.
This new Mac malware won’t let you use your computer until you surrender your password
ClickLock is a new macOS malware that repeatedly kills system processes and tricks victims into entering their login password to steal sensitive data.
Russian hackers keep finding their way into critical networks through neglected routers
Russian state-backed hackers are exploiting neglected routers to access critical infrastructure networks, prompting agencies worldwide to urge organizations to replace outdated equipment and tighten basic network security.
Scammers are now cloning trusted news websites to steal your money
Cybercriminals are cloning trusted news websites using AI-generated content to promote fake investment schemes, making it harder than ever to distinguish legitimate journalism from scams.
AI agent reportedly carried out an entire ransomware attack on its own
Security researchers say an autonomous AI agent carried out a complete ransomware attack, adapting to failures and executing the intrusion with minimal human intervention.
Deepfake scams are getting uglier, and Bitdefender now has an app for the panic
Bitdefender RealCheck brings deepfake detection to Android and iOS, checking suspicious videos for manipulation and scam intent before users share clips, click links, send money, or trust impersonated public figures.
The maker of ChatGPT wants to make open-source projects less of a security bargain
As AI tools flood open-source maintainers with low quality bug reports, OpenAI's new Patch the Planet initiative aims to filter out the noise and fix real threats.
Burner phones could be collateral damage in the FCC’s robocall war
The FCC's robocall crackdown could force carriers to collect more ID data before activating phone service, raising privacy concerns for prepaid users, abuse survivors, journalists, and anyone relying on burner phones.
Minecraft malware campaign reportedly infected over 116,000 players
Researchers say a malware campaign disguised as Minecraft mods and cheats infected over 116,000 devices through Discord servers and gaming communities.
AI is raising hell for Linux managers buried under a flood of dupe bug reports
Linus Torvalds says duplicate AI-assisted bug reports are turning Linux security work into a triage headache, showing how AI can create maintenance problems even when it finds real issues.
Google says AI is being abused at industrial scale for cyberattacks, and it just thwarted one
Google thwarted the first confirmed AI-powered cyberattack, where hackers used AI to find and exploit an unknown software flaw.
If your router or drone maker is banned in the US, it will get an update lifeline until 2029
The FCC extended update support for restricted routers and drones until 2029, aiming to avoid cybersecurity risks caused by unsupported and vulnerable devices.
Canvas hack hit students at the worst time, and it’s a wake up call for schools everywhere
A platform many schools depend on for exams, grades, and daily coursework went dark at the worst possible moment. Now, with hackers claiming to hold millions of student records, the Canvas breach is raising urgent questions about digital security in education.
One of the most controversial US agencies could be testing Anthropic’s uber-powerful Mythos AI
The NSA's reported use of Anthropic's Mythos exposes a growing split inside Washington, where Pentagon resistance to the company is colliding with demand for powerful AI tools built for serious cybersecurity work.
Over a hundred Chrome extensions discovered raising hell. Check out if you’ve been using one
A new report links 108 Chrome extensions to identity theft, session hijacking, and browser abuse, which means your harmless-looking add-on could deserve a closer look right now if you haven't audited Chrome lately.
QR code traffic scams sound clever – but they’re deeply concerning
New phishing scams are using QR codes in fake traffic violation texts to steal personal and financial data.
Fitness tracking under scrutiny as Strava military data leak exposes personnel
Strava activity logs tied to over 500 UK military personnel show how shared fitness data can reveal identities, routines, and sensitive locations, turning simple workouts into a potential security risk.
This new AI attack steals models without touching the system
AI models may no longer be safe behind walls, as researchers show signals from GPUs can reveal their inner design without hacking, using a small antenna and side-channel analysis from several meters away.