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Latest news, analysis, and updates in cybersecurity.

Glowing security shield blocks leaking data streams in a dark VPN network scene.

VPN Kill Switch Beats Split Tunneling When Leaks Matter

A kill switch protects you when the VPN fails. Split tunneling trades some protection for speed, access, and app control.

Jun 16, 202625 min
Digital privacy shield protecting personal data in a dark cyber courtroom scene

Data Broker Removal Tools Put Paid Privacy on Trial

Paid removals can save hours, but they don't wipe you from the internet. The best choice depends on risk, budget, and monitoring.

Jun 16, 202621 min
Older PC protected by a slim digital shield, symbolizing lightweight antivirus and data security.

Bloated Antivirus Can Choke Low-End PCs, These Won't

Low-end PCs need quiet protection, not bloated suites. Lightweight antivirus plus smart scan settings can keep old hardware usable.

Jun 16, 202622 min
Browser password tool contrasted with a secure password manager vault in a dark cybersecurity scene

Browser Passwords Challenge Password Managers on Safety

Browser password tools have improved, but dedicated password managers still win for sharing, separation and serious vault control.

Jun 16, 202619 min
Remote worker on public Wi-Fi protected by a digital VPN shield amid cyber threats

VPN for Public WiFi Mistakes Put Remote Work at Risk

Public Wi-Fi is still risky. Remote workers need a VPN with auto-connect, leak protection, kill switches, speed, and clear privacy rules.

Jun 16, 202624 min
Dark cybersecurity scene with breached network servers, cracked shield, lock, and red intrusion streams.

Cisco SD-WAN Bug Hands Hackers Root Access After Login

Cisco patched an exploited SD-WAN Manager flaw that can let logged-in attackers write files and climb to root.

Jun 15, 20268 min
Cybersecurity investigators examine encrypted files near a European institution under a dark digital threat.

ShinyHunters Breach Claim Jolts Council of Europe

ShinyHunters claims it stole 429,000 Council of Europe files. Officials are investigating and haven't confirmed a breach.

Jun 15, 20265 min
AI agents receiving secure digital identities behind shields in a dark cybersecurity office

$66M Bet Tests AI Agent Identity Before NewCore Charges

NewCore raised $66M at a $300M valuation to solve a looming problem: AI agents need identities, limits, and offboarding.

Jun 15, 20268 min
Generic browser shielded from an active zero-day exploit in a dark cybersecurity scene.

Chrome Zero-Day Lets Attackers Run Code, Patch Now

Google patched an exploited Chrome zero-day in V8. Desktop users need version 149.0.7827.103 and a full browser relaunch now.

Jun 15, 20265 min
AI security scanner overwhelming a researcher with vulnerability alerts behind a glowing digital shield.

AI Crushes Bug Bounty Pricing as Flaw Hunting Gets Cheap

AI won't kill security research. It will crush the old bug bounty model by making flaw discovery cheap and triage painfully scarce.

Jun 15, 20268 min
Dark cybersecurity scene of a VPN gateway breached by ransomware with shields, locks, and data streams.

Qilin Ransomware Beat Check Point VPN Patch by Weeks

Qilin beat the Check Point VPN patch by more than a month, turning a critical auth bypass into a ransomware entry point.

Jun 15, 20266 min
Encrypted AI app architecture hidden behind glowing shields and locks in a dark cybersecurity scene

Invisible AI-Built Apps Hide Fresh Targets From Hackers

Atsign's AI Architect hides AI-built app identities and endpoints, aiming to give attackers less to scan, map, or steal.

Jun 14, 202612 min