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4 May KEVU.S. CISA adds a flaw in Linux Kernel to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalogThe U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds a flaw in Linux Kernel to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added a flaw in the Linux Kernel, tracked as CVE-2026-31431 (CVSS score of …SECURITYAFFAIRS.COM
🐛 COMMON VULNERABILITIES AND EXPOSURES 8[−]
4 MayFreeBSD Systems at Risk From DHCP Client RCE VulnerabilityThe FreeBSD Project has issued a critical security advisory (FreeBSD-SA-26:12.dhclient) to address a severe Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in its default IPv4 DHCP client. Tracked as CVE-2026-42511, this flaw allows local network attackers to execute arbitrary code wit…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MaycPanel Vulnerability Exploited to Compromise Government and Military ServersA critical authentication bypass vulnerability in cPanel and Web Host Manager, officially tracked as CVE-2026-41940, is currently being exploited by unidentified threat actors. Security researchers at Ctrl-Alt-Intel recently uncovered an alarming campaign leveraging this vulnerab…GBHACKERS.COM
4 May KEVCISA Flags Linux Kernel Vulnerability as Threat Actors Launch AttacksThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has officially added a high-severity Linux kernel vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. Tracked as CVE-2026-31431, this flaw is currently being exploited in the wild by threat actors. This a…GBHACKERS.COM
4 May KEVCISA warns “Copy Fail” Linux flaw is already actively exploitedThe US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added a critical Linux kernel flaw known as “Copy Fail” to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. This confirms that the issue, tracked as CVE-2026-31431, is already being actively exploited in the wil…CYBERINSIDER.COM
4 MayCritical MOVEit Automation auth bypass vulnerability fixed (CVE-2026-4670)Progress Software has fixed a critical authentication bypass (CVE-2026-4670) and a privilege escalation (CVE-2026-5174) vulnerability in MOVEit Automation, exploitation of which “may lead to unauthorized access, administrative control, and data exposure.” The vulnerab…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayMultiple threat actors actively exploit cPanel vulnerability (CVE-2026-41940)The situation around the critical cPanel authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2026-41940) has deteriorated significantly since our initial coverage. Exploratory probing has evolved into multi-actor exploitation, leading to disrupted websites, ransomware and malware deployment…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayHackers target governments and MSPs via critical cPanel flaw CVE-2026-41940Attackers exploit a critical cPanel flaw to target government and MSP networks across Southeast Asia and several countries, including the U.S. and Canada. A threat actor is exploiting critical cPanel vulnerability CVE-2026-41940 to target government and military organizations in …SECURITYAFFAIRS.COM
4 MayMOVEit automation flaws could enable full system compromiseProgress fixes critical MOVEit Automation flaws, including an authentication bypass bug that could let attackers gain unauthorized access to systems. Progress Software addressed two vulnerabilities in MOVEit Automation, a critical authentication bypass flaw tracked as CVE-2026-46…SECURITYAFFAIRS.COM
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4 MaySpotting third-party cyber risk before attackers doIn this Help Net Security video, Jeffrey Wheatman, SVP and Cyber Strategist at Black Kite, discusses how organizations can identify and manage third-party cyber exposures before attackers exploit them. He argues that businesses should move beyond a data-loss mindset toward one ce…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayWhat researchers learned about building an LLM security workflowSecurity operations centers are running into the same wall everywhere. Detection tools generate more alerts than analysts can work through, and the early stages of any investigation involve pulling together logs from several sources to decide whether something is worth escalating…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayReborn Gaming - 126 breached accountsIn April 2026, the gaming community Reborn Gaming suffered a data breach due to a vulnerability in cPanel and WebHost Manager (WHM) . The breach exposed 126 unique email addresses along with IP addresses and Steam IDs. Reborn Gaming self-submitted the data to Have I Been Pwned.HAVEIBEENPWNED.COM
4 MayPipelock: Open-source AI agent firewallAI coding agents run with shell access, environment variables containing API keys, and unrestricted internet connectivity, creating a single point of failure where one compromised tool call can leak credentials to an attacker-controlled domain. Pipelock, an open-source security h…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayTrellix Source Code Breach Exposes Repository to Unauthorized AccessLeading cybersecurity firm Trellix has announced a security incident involving unauthorized access to a portion of its source code repository. The breach highlights a growing trend of threat actors targeting top-tier security vendors to uncover potential software vulnerabilities.…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayTop 10 AI Pentest ToolsTop 10 AI Pentest Tools AI pentest tools are gaining popularity in offensive security workflows. These tools accelerate reconnaissance and automate workflows, but at the same time, enable less skilled actors to execute complex attacks. Now, security teams are forced to confront a…SOCRADAR.IO
4 MayAI-Powered Threat Actors Accelerate 0-Day Discovery at Machine SpeedThreat actors are already using AI models as autonomous operators to discover and exploit 0‑days in minutes, thereby collapsing the time and cost required to run complex intrusion campaigns. This shift, first clearly visible in late 2025 operations, is forcing defenders to rethin…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayMOVEit Authentication Bypass Vulnerability Sparks Security ConcernsProgress Software has issued a critical security alert for its MOVEit Automation software. Two severe vulnerabilities have been discovered that could allow attackers to bypass authentication and escalate their privileges. Because of the critical nature of these flaws, administrat…GBHACKERS.COM
4 May KEVCISA Alert Highlights Active Exploitation of cPanel & WHM Security BugThe US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has raised the alarm over a critical security vulnerability affecting WebPros cPanel & WebHost Manager (WHM) and WP2 (WordPress Squared). On April 30, 2026, CISA officially added this flaw to its Known Exploited V…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayNew Apache MINA Vulnerabilities Open Door to Remote Code Execution AttacksThe Apache MINA project has issued urgent security updates to address two severe vulnerabilities. These security flaws could allow malicious actors to execute unauthorized code remotely. The development team has successfully patched these issues in the newly released Apache MINA …GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayThe fake IT worker problem CISOs can’t ignoreHiring fake IT workers has been a growing problem in recent years — but it’s often a problem very few want to admit to. From Fortune 500 companies down to smaller organizations, remote hiring practices have been exploited to grant trusted access to individuals who are not who the…CSOONLINE.COM
4 MayHow CISOs should utilize data security posture management to inform riskEvery CISO eventually faces the same tension: You know your security program needs to mature, but the budget and headcount to do it all aren’t there. That tension is especially sharp when it comes to data security posture management (DSPM) . Not every organization can afford, or …CSOONLINE.COM
4 MayPost Quantum Migration Struggles, AI Threats, and Modern Defenses - ESW #457Interview with Daniel dos Santos: Post-Quantum Cryptography and the Risks No One Is Talking About Post-quantum cryptography (PQC) is quickly shifting from theory to inevitability. In this segment, Daniel dos Santos, VP of Research at Forescout, explains why PQC isn’t the most imm…YOUTUBE.COM
4 MayClaude Security enters public beta with Opus 4.7 vulnerability scanning and patchingClaude Security, previously called Claude Code Security, is in public beta for Claude Enterprise customers. Available in Claude.ai, the capability scans codebases for security vulnerabilities and suggests targeted patches for review, helping teams identify and fix issues that mig…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayCritical cPanel Vulnerability Weaponized to Target Government and MSP NetworksA previously unknown threat actor has been observed targeting government and military entities in Southeast Asia, alongside a smaller cluster of managed service providers (MSPs) and hosting providers in the Philippines, Laos, Canada, South Africa, and the U.S., by exploiting the …THEHACKERNEWS.COM
4 May276 Arrested as Authorities Dismantle Crypto Scam Centers Targeting AmericansIn an unprecedented international law enforcement operation, authorities have dismantled at least nine overseas cryptocurrency scam centers, resulting in the arrest of 276 individuals. The coordinated effort, led by the FBI, Dubai Police, and the Chinese Ministry of Public Securi…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayAI speeds flaw discovery, forcing rapid updates, UK NCSC warnsThe UK cyber agency NCSC warns AI is speeding up vulnerability discovery, likely causing a “patch wave” of urgent software updates to fix exposed flaws. The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) warns that AI is rapidly accelerating the discovery of software vulnerabilities,…SECURITYAFFAIRS.COM
4 MayDigiCert suffers breach, stolen certificates used to sign malwareDigiCert has disclosed a security incident in which attackers compromised internal support systems and abused stolen certificate issuance data to obtain valid EV code signing certificates. Some of the certificates were subsequently used to sign malware tied to the Zhong Stealer f…CYBERINSIDER.COM
4 MayStronger Cybersecurity, Stronger Business: NIST Celebrates 2026 National Small Business WeekHappy National Small Business Week! For over 60 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration has led this initiative to acknowledge the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. Part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, NIST’s mission is to driv…NIST.GOV
4 MayMalicious TanStack Package Abuses Postinstall Script to Steal Developer SecretsA malicious npm package named “tanstack” has been discovered deploying a stealthy data exfiltration campaign, targeting developers through a deceptive naming strategy and a hidden postinstall script. The package, impersonating the well-known TanStack ecosystem, was weaponized to …GBHACKERS.COM
4 MaySecurity agencies draw red lines around agentic AI deploymentsWith prompt injection and other attack pathways consistently surfacing across agentic AI deployments, security watchdogs have stepped in, collectively, to draw some hard boundaries. A joint advisory from the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and internati…CSOONLINE.COM
4 MayCisco Launches AI Provenance Tool to Strengthen Security and ComplianceArtificial intelligence models are integrated into countless enterprise applications, but knowing exactly where these models come from remains a major security hurdle. Cisco recently launched the Model Provenance Kit, an open-source tool for tracing the exact lineage of AI models…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MaySecurity for AI: A strategic framework for closing the AI exposure gapAs AI adoption accelerates, CISOs face a dual challenge: fueling innovation while mitigating the risks of a rapidly expanding attack surface. Tenable’s five-step framework for securing AI offers a systematic approach to reducing AI security risks as your organization races to ach…TENABLE.COM
4 May4th May – Threat Intelligence ReportFor the latest discoveries in cyber research for the week of 4th May, please download our Threat Intelligence Bulletin. TOP ATTACKS AND BREACHES Medtronic, a global medical device maker, has disclosed a cyberattack on its corporate IT systems. An unauthorized party accessed data,…RESEARCH.CHECKPOINT.COM
4 MayQ-Day Might Come SoonerIndustry timelines for quantum risk are tightening, with some projections pointing to 2029 for a cryptographically relevant quantum computer. If Q-Day arrives sooner than expected, organizations that delayed planning could be forced into rushed migrations under pressure. Advances…YOUTUBE.COM
4 MayOwl IRD enables one-way forensic data transfer for incident response teamsOwl Cyber Defense has announced the launch of its Incident Response Diode (IRD), a pocket-sized protocol filtering diode (PFD) designed for incident response and forensics teams. The Owl IRD was developed to help users securely move evidence from compromised endpoints into truste…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 May KEVTwo cybersecurity pros get prison time for helping ransomware gangTwo American cybersecurity professionals were sentenced to four years in prison for facilitating BlackCat ransomware attacks in 2023. They pleaded guilty in December 2025 to one count of conspiracy to obstruct, delay, or affect commerce, or the movement of any article or commodit…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 May⚡ Weekly Recap: AI-Powered Phishing, Android Spying Tool, Linux Exploit, GitHub RCE & MoreThis week, the shadows moved faster than the patches. While most teams were still triaging last month’s alerts, attackers had already turned control panels into kill switches, kernels into open doors, and open-source pipelines into silent delivery systems. The game has shifted fr…THEHACKERNEWS.COM
4 MayProgress Software urges customers to patch critical MOVEit flaw.Educational tech firm Instructure confirms breach. Sorry ransomware gang exploits recently disclosed cPanel vulnerability.THECYBERWIRE.COM
4 MayCritical vulnerability in cPanel leads to widespread exploitationResearchers warn that threat activity continues to surge, including brute force attacks and ransomware.CYBERSECURITYDIVE.COM
4 MayA Vulnerability in WHM cPanel and WP Squared Could Allow for Remote Code ExecutionA vulnerability has been discovered in WHM, cPanel, and WP Squared that could allow for remote code execution. WHM, cPanel, and WP Squared are Linux-based web hosting control panels for server and website management. While WHM provides server-level control, cPanel provides admini…CISECURITY.ORG
4 MayPhishing Campaign Hits 80+ Orgs Using SimpleHelp and ScreenConnect RMM ToolsAn active phishing campaign has been observed targeting multiple vectors since at least April 2025, with legitimate Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) software as a way to establish persistent remote access to compromised hosts. The activity, codenamed VENOMOUS#HELPER, has im…THEHACKERNEWS.COM
4 MayHackers are still exploiting the cPanel bug to gain control of thousands of websitesDays after the disclosure of a critical vulnerability in popular web hosting software cPanel and WHM, hackers keep targeting and hacking websites.TECHCRUNCH.COM
4 MaySecurity without a login screen.Progress Software urges customers to patch a critical MOVEit authentication bypass. Washington worries about limited access to advanced AI tools. Paid influencers promote pro-American AI. CISA warns Copy Fail is under active exploitation. The Canvas educational platform suffers a…THECYBERWIRE.COM
4 MayExploit Cyber-Frenzy Threatens Millions via Critical cPanel VulnerabilityShortly after the authentication-bypass flaw was disclosed multiple proof-of-concept exploits appeared, and one researcher claims there's been zero-day activity for at least a month.DARKREADING.COM
4 May KEV‘Copy Fail’ is a real Linux security crisis wrapped in AI slopThe actively exploited defect could affect every mainstream Linux distribution built since 2017, but some researchers found Theori’s AI-generated disclosure unhelpful and lacking. The post ‘Copy Fail’ is a real Linux security crisis wrapped in AI slop appeared first o…CYBERSCOOP.COM
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4 MayGlobal Crackdown Arrests 276, Shuts 9 Crypto Scam Centers, Seizes $701MA coordinated international operation involving U.S. and Chinese authorities has arrested at least 276 suspects and shut down nine scam centers used for cryptocurrency investment fraud schemes targeting Americans, resulting in millions of dollars in losses. The crackdown was led …THEHACKERNEWS.COM
4 MayDigiCert Root Certificates Incorrectly Detected as Malware by Microsoft DefenderOn May 3, 2026, system administrators and everyday users worldwide experienced a sudden, massive spike in severe security alerts from Microsoft Defender. The native Windows security platform began aggressively flagging system files as “Trojan:Win32/Cerdigent.A!dha.” T…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayPenske Logistics launches platform for real-time supply chain visibilityPenske Logistics has announced the launch of Supply Chain Insight, a secure technology platform and mobile application that provides customers with a real-time view of their supply chain operations across transportation and warehousing. Supply chain leaders are under increased pr…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayUS government warns of severe CopyFail bug affecting major versions of LinuxU.S. cybersecurity agency CISA says the CopyFail bug is being actively used in hacking campaigns, and poses a major risk to servers and data centers that rely on Linux.TECHCRUNCH.COM
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4 May15-year-old detained over massive data breach at French government agencyFrench authorities have detained a 15-year-old suspected of involvement in a data breach at France Titres, the government agency responsible for issuing official documents. “Between 12 and 18 million data records were reportedly being offered for sale on cybercriminal forum…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 May KEVDOJ Sentences Two Americans for ALPHV BlackCat Ransomware AttacksThe U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has sentenced two American cybersecurity professionals to prison for their involvement in ALPHV BlackCat ransomware attacks that targeted multiple U.S. organizations in 2023. The case highlights the growing threat of insider expertise being mi…GBHACKERS.COM
4 May2026: The Year of AI-Assisted AttacksOn December 4, 2025, a 17-year-old was arrested in Osaka under Japan’s Unauthorized Access Prohibition Act. The young man had run malicious code to extract the personal data of over 7 million users of Kaikatsu Club, Japan's largest internet cafe chain. When asked, the young man s…THEHACKERNEWS.COM
4 MayBluekit Phishing Kit Streamlines Domains, 2FA Lures, and Session HijackingA newly discovered phishing kit called “Bluekit” is reshaping how cybercriminals run phishing campaigns by combining multiple attack stages into a single, centralized platform. Instead, Bluekit integrates these capabilities into one operator panel, streamlining the entire attack …GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayCanvas Confirms Data Breach Following ShinyHunters ClaimInstructure, the educational technology company behind the widely used Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), has officially confirmed a major data breach. This confirmation directly follows recent claims made by the notorious threat actor group known as ShinyHunters. Canvas is…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayDigiCert breached via malicious screensaver fileA targeted social engineering attack against DigiCert’s support channel led to the compromise of internal systems and the unauthorized issuance of EV Code Signing certificates. DigiCert is a global Certificate Authority (CA) providing digital trust services, specializing in TLS/S…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayCyberattacks are raising your prices (Lock and Code S07E09)This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Eva Velasquez about small business cyberattacks and the "cyber tax" coming for us all.MALWAREBYTES.COM
4 MayRansomware group claims breach of pro-Orbán Hungarian media firmMediaworks confirmed the incident on Friday, warning that “a significant amount of illegally obtained data may have come into the possession of unauthorized persons."THERECORD.MEDIA
4 MayEducational company Infrastructure reports cyber incidentBy Saturday, Infrastructure’s chief information security officer Steve Proud confirmed that the hackers gained access to information about users at some educational institutions, including names, email addresses, student ID numbers and messages between users.THERECORD.MEDIA
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4 MayISC Stormcast For Monday, May 4th, 2026 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9916, (Mon, May 4th)(c) SANS Internet Storm Center. https://isc.sans.edu Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 3.0 United States License.ISC.SANS.EDU
4 MayYour work apps are quietly handing 19 data points to someoneOffice work in 2026 runs through a stack of mobile apps that sit on the same phones people use for banking, messaging family, and tracking their location. Ten of the most common workplace apps in use across U.S. companies, including Gmail, Microsoft Teams, Zoom Workplace, Slack, …HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayBrush shell 0.4.0 tightens script safety, widens platform supportRust-based alternatives to traditional Unix shells continue to attract users who want bash compatibility alongside built-in features like syntax highlighting and history-based suggestions. Brush, a bash- and POSIX-compatible shell written in Rust, sits in that group, and version …HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayEmail Bombing, Fake IT Support Calls Drive Microsoft Teams Phishing SurgeEmail bombing campaigns combined with fake IT support outreach are driving a surge in sophisticated Microsoft Teams phishing attacks. The attacks typically begin with email bombing, where victims are flooded with spam messages to create confusion and urgency. Shortly after, threa…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayUK Government Announces Plans to Grow National AI InfrastructureThe UK Government is to support the development of Britain’s AI hardware infrastructure, while also committing to work in establishing international standards for the deployment of AI. The post UK Government Announces Plans to Grow National AI Infrastructure appeared first on Tec…TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 MayAI Agent Reportedly Deletes Company’s Entire Database, Admits to Violating GuardrailsA Cursor AI agent deleted a company’s entire production database, ignoring instructions prohibiting it from running destructive commands. The post AI Agent Reportedly Deletes Company’s Entire Database, Admits to Violating Guardrails appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 MayLens Agents brings policy control to AI across cloud and desktopLens by Mirantis has announced Lens Agents, a governed platform for running AI agents across enterprise systems, giving organizations a unified, policy-driven way to run, secure, and scale AI agents across desktop and cloud environments. Available in early access, Lens Agents ena…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayAttackers Hijack SAP npm Packages to Steal Dev SecretsA sophisticated supply chain attack hit the SAP developer ecosystem on April 29, 2026, compromising four widely-used npm packages with credential-stealing malware. The attackers modified package installation scripts to download the Bun JavaScript runtime a legitimate alternative …GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayHacking PolymarketPolymarket is a platform where people can bet on real-world events, political and otherwise. Leaving the ethical considerations of this aside (for one, it facilitates assassination ), one of the issues with making this work is the verification of these real-world events. Polymark…SCHNEIER.COM
4 MayWhy data centers now belong on the critical infrastructure listAs AI drives deeper dependence across business, supply chains, and national security, the buildings that run the cloud are becoming critical infrastructure — and increasingly attractive targets. The post Why data centers now belong on the critical infrastructure list appeared fir…CYBERSCOOP.COM
4 MayBotnet Hijacks ADB-Exposed Android Devices to Target Minecraft ServersNew research has uncovered a Mirai-derived botnet called xlabs_v1 that turns Android devices with exposed Android Debug Bridge (ADB) into a distributed attack platform for knocking Minecraft servers and other game hosts offline. By abusing TCP port 5555 on poorly secured Android-…GBHACKERS.COM
4 MayMeta enhances security of WhatsApp and Messenger encrypted backupsMeta has introduced new security and transparency enhancements to its end-to-end encrypted backup system for WhatsApp and Messenger, strengthening how encryption keys are distributed and verified while opening parts of its infrastructure to independent auditing. The updates build…CYBERINSIDER.COM
4 MayReport: Deepfake Fraud Causes Billions in LossesDeepfake-driven fraud has caused $2.19 billion in losses globally, with $1.65 billion reported in 2025 alone, according to an analysis by Surfshark. More than half of these losses were due to investment scams using deepfakes of high-profile figures.KNOWBE4.COM
4 MayNew MOVEit vulnerabilities prompt urgent vendor warningProgress Software warned customers to immediately upgrade to versions of the file-transfer tool that fix the serious flaws.CYBERSECURITYDIVE.COM
4 MaySilver Fox Springs Tax-Themed Attacks on Orgs in India, RussiaMore than 1,600 socially engineered messages from the China-backed advanced persistent threat (APT) group target various sectors to deliver the previously undocumented ABCDoor backdoor, ValleyRAT, and other malware.DARKREADING.COM
4 MayOperant AI Endpoint Protector secures AI agents and MCP toolsOperant AI has launched Operant Endpoint Protector, a new addition to its AI Defense Platform that enables enterprise IT and security teams to discover, detect, and defend against threats across every AI tool, coding agent, and Model Context Protocol (MCP)-connected workflow used…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayBlend Autopilot MCP brings AI agent orchestration to lending platformsBlend Labs has announced the launch of Autopilot MCP, a server built on the Model Context Protocol, an emerging open standard for AI agent connectivity, that gives authorized agents secure, programmatic access to the Blend platform. For lenders and partners, Autopilot MCP introdu…HELPNETSECURITY.COM
4 MayA college student is suing a dating app that allegedly used her TikTok videos to target men in her dormitoryThe woman’s lawyer told CyberScoop they believe the company edited her video to suggest she was a “friend with benefits” and intentionally geofenced it to men around her. The post A college student is suing a dating app that allegedly used her TikTok videos to target men in her d…CYBERSCOOP.COM
4 MayGen Z Is Bringing the iPod Back as a Distraction-Free Music EscapeGen Z is reviving the iPod as younger users seek distraction-free music, fewer algorithms, and more control over how they listen. The post Gen Z Is Bringing the iPod Back as a Distraction-Free Music Escape appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 MayGoogle Workspace Adds 5 AI Upgrades That Could Change Daily WorkGoogle Workspace adds 5 AI upgrades at Cloud Next 2026, improving Sheets, Meet, automation, and Microsoft 365 migration tools. The post Google Workspace Adds 5 AI Upgrades That Could Change Daily Work appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 MayThe $59 AI Tool Turning Forms Into Smart WorkflowsFormura Smart Form Builder uses AI to build forms, add logic, and track data, and it's $497 off (89%). The post The $59 AI Tool Turning Forms Into Smart Workflows appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 MayApple Eyes ‘Aggressive Pricing’ for iPhone 18 Pro Amid Rising CostsApple may keep iPhone 18 Pro starting prices steady despite rising memory costs, but storage upgrades and a foldable model could cost more. The post Apple Eyes ‘Aggressive Pricing’ for iPhone 18 Pro Amid Rising Costs appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 MayGameStop Launches $56 Billion Bid to Take Over eBayRyan Cohen’s $55.5 billion bid for eBay would pair GameStop stores with eBay’s marketplace, but financing questions loom over the deal. The post GameStop Launches $56 Billion Bid to Take Over eBay appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 MayIndirect Prompt Injection Is Now a Real-World AI Security ThreatAI agents are now being weaponized through prompt injection, exposing why model guardrails are not enough to protect enterprise data. The post Indirect Prompt Injection Is Now a Real-World AI Security Threat appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 MayMicrosoft Defender Bug Triggers False Malware Alerts for DigiCert CertificatesMicrosoft fixed a Defender false positive that flagged legitimate DigiCert certificates as malware, disrupting Windows trust stores for some IT teams. The post Microsoft Defender Bug Triggers False Malware Alerts for DigiCert Certificates appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 May6 Best No-Log VPNs in 2026Looking for the best anonymous (no-log) VPN in 2026? Check out our comprehensive list to find the top VPN services that prioritize anonymity and security. The post 6 Best No-Log VPNs in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 May5 Best VPNs for Android in 2026Explore the best VPNs for Android devices in 2026. Find out which VPN offers the best security, speed and features for your Android device. The post 5 Best VPNs for Android in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
4 MayThe 7 Best iPhone VPNs in 2026Which VPN works best on iPhones? Use our guide to compare the pricing and features of the 7 best VPNs for iPhone in 2026. The post The 7 Best iPhone VPNs in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic .TECHREPUBLIC.COM
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4 MayA week in security (April 27 – May 3)A list of topics we covered in the week of April 27 to May 3 of 2026MALWAREBYTES.COM
4 MaySilver Fox Deploys ABCDoor Malware via Tax-Themed Phishing in India and RussiaThe China-based cybercrime group known as Silver Fox has been linked to a new campaign targeting organizations in Russia and India with a new malware called ABCDoor. The activity involved using phishing emails that mimic correspondence from the Income Tax Department of India in D…THEHACKERNEWS.COM
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4 MayBluekit phishing kit enables automated phishing with 40+ templates and AI toolsBluekit is a new phishing kit with AI features, automated domain setup, and tools like spoofing, voice cloning, and 40+ attack templates. Bluekit is a newly discovered phishing kit still in development that includes advanced features such as an AI assistant and automated domain r…SECURITYAFFAIRS.COM
4 MayHow OpenClaw’s agent skills become an attack surfaceOpenClaw and similar AI agent ecosystems, present pressing security risks.CYBERSECURITYDIVE.COM
4 May“Legitimate” phishing: how attackers weaponize Amazon SES to bypass email securityKaspersky expert breaks down a new phishing scheme that uses the Amazon SES cloud email service. Let's look at some examples to see how you can tell a phishing email from a real one.SECURELIST.COM
4 MayTeenager alleged to be Scattered Spider hacker arrested in Finland, faces US extraditionHere's a tip for you all. Unless you want to draw attention to yourself as a cybercriminal, don't flaunt your diamond-encrusted "HACK THE PLANET" necklace on Snapchat, or pose as a Sopranos crime boss while the FBI is reportedly closing in. Read more in my article on the Hot for …BITDEFENDER.COM
4 MayThe motivation of droids from the “Star Wars” universe | Kaspersky official blogHow and why droids from “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” and “Andor” switch their allegiances.KASPERSKY.COM
4 MayThousands of Facebook accounts stolen by phishing emails sent through GoogleIn an ongoing operation, hackers are hijacking Facebook accounts using Google AppSheet to send phishing emails that pass security checks.MALWAREBYTES.COM
4 MayThe 2026 World Cup scam economy is already running before the first whistleA four-part scam economy is already forming around the 2026 World Cup, using the tournament’s brand to sell everything from fake visas to worthless tokens.MALWAREBYTES.COM
4 MayHow Dark Reading Lifted Off the Launchpad in 2006Twenty years ago, this media brand didn't have a print edition to attract eyeballs and sponsors. Top-notch content and editorial talent did the heavy lifting.DARKREADING.COM
4 MayDShield Honeypot Update, (Mon, May 4th)This week, I will release a few updates to our DShield honeypot. The update should happen automatically if you have "automatic updates" enabled on your system. There will be two major changes:
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4 MayUS healthcare marketplaces shared citizenship and race data with ad tech giantsVirginia and Washington D.C. paused the data collection and sharing, after Bloomberg's investigation found their health insurance marketplaces were sharing users' information with advertisers.TECHCRUNCH.COM
4 May5 days only: Bring a partner or colleague and get 50% off a second TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 passThe BOGO offer is live. For a limited time, buy one pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and get 50% off a second of the same ticket type. Offer ends this Friday, May 8. Save here.TECHCRUNCH.COM
4 MayDHS Demanded Google Surrender Data on Canadian's Activity, Location Over Anti-ICE PostsUsing a 1930s trade law, Homeland Security targeted the man—who hasn't entered the US in more than a decade—following posts on X condemning the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.WIRED.COM
4 MayForbes preliminarily agrees to pay $10 million to settle California wiretapping lawsuitThe preliminary settlement agreement, released on Thursday, said that Forbes has agreed to give users “greater notice” of its use of trackers and will add language to its website providing California residents with more control over how their data is collected and shared with thi…THERECORD.MEDIA
4 MayProgress Patches Critical MOVEit Automation Bug Enabling Authentication BypassProgress Software has released updates to address two security flaws in MOVEit Automation, including a critical bug that could result in an authentication bypass. MOVEit Automation (formerly Central) is a secure, server-based managed file transfer (MFT) solution used to schedule …THEHACKERNEWS.COM
4 MayTeamPCP Weekly Analysis: 2026-W18 (2026-04-27 through 2026-05-03), (Mon, May 4th)Summary
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4 MaySecuring open proxies in your AWS environmentThis article shows you how to identify and secure open proxies in your AWS environment to prevent abuse, protect your IP address reputation, and control costs. An open proxy is a server that forwards traffic on behalf of internet users without requiring authentication. While prox…AWS.AMAZON.COM
4 MayRMM Tools Fuel Stealthy Phishing CampaignAttackers are abusing two remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools to evade detection in a campaign that has impacted over 80 organizations so far.DARKREADING.COM