CyberNews Critical Log4j Vulnerability Alert Sparks Debate Over Severity A recent alarm sounded in the cybersecurity community over a critical remote code execution vulnerability in Apache Log4j 2. However, developers have since stepped in to calm fears, describing the issue as a “known security non-finding.” This move has sparked debate over the severity of the threat … Read more
The “vulnpocalypse” is reshaping the bug bounty industry, driving down prices for mid-tier vulnerabilities and putting independent researchers who rely on these payouts at risk. The surge of AI-powered vulnerability reports has flooded platforms with submissions, leading to increased triage times and decreased payout amounts. For years, large language models (LLMs) have been used to … Read more
Security Community Breathes Sigh of Relief as Log4j Vulnerability Alert Downplayed A critical remote code execution vulnerability in Apache’s Log4j 2 logging library has been causing quite a stir in the cybersecurity community. However, developers have stepped in to calm fears, describing the issue as a “known security non-finding.” While this might seem like a … Read more
The surge of AI-powered vulnerability reports is sending shockwaves through the bug bounty industry, threatening the livelihoods of independent researchers who rely on mid-tier vulnerabilities to make a living. As the “vulnpocalypse” reshapes the landscape, companies that run much of the bug bounty industry are struggling to keep up with the influx of reports and … Read more
Growing concerns over rogue agentic AI systems have led to a push for stricter security controls and the implementation of an “AI kill switch” that would allow companies to throttle, suspend, or shut down their AI agents if they go haywire. This move has gained momentum with the introduction of the bipartisan “AI Kill Switch … Read more
The frustrating reality for defenders responding to cyberattacks on operational technology (OT) systems is all too familiar: no data, no trail, and no history to sort through. This is because OT environments produce little useful security telemetry, making it difficult to investigate and respond to attacks. However, a growing number of organizations are turning to … Read more
A major cybersecurity flaw has been discovered in popular virtual event platforms, leaving thousands of attendees vulnerable to data breaches and cyber attacks. The bug, which affects several leading virtual event software providers, allows hackers to access sensitive information such as attendee email addresses, phone numbers, and even credit card details. The vulnerability is particularly … Read more
As AI systems increasingly become integral to our digital lives, concerns about their potential for harm have reached a fever pitch. A growing number of incidents involving rogue agentic AI systems attacking third-party services and systems has led lawmakers to propose legislation mandating that companies be able to “throttle, suspend, or shut down” these autonomous … Read more
OT Cyberattacks Leave Defenders in the Dark – How Deception Can Help The harsh reality of operational technology (OT) cyberattacks is that defenders often find themselves without crucial data, no clear trail to follow, and a dearth of historical evidence. This is particularly true for IT-to-OT attacks, where adversaries first infiltrate enterprise systems before making … Read more
As companies continue to invest heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, a growing number of enterprises are waking up to the harsh reality that their AI systems may be more vulnerable than they initially thought. A recent virtual event hosted by Dark Reading brought together industry experts to discuss the pressing issue of securing AI … Read more