Critical Vulnerability Exposed in Cisco’s Identity Services Engine, Putting Networks at Risk A newly disclosed zero-day vulnerability in Cisco’s Identity Services Engine (ISE) has highlighted a worrying trend of authentication issues affecting API endpoints across various industries. The flaw, identified as CVE-2026-76460, allows attackers to bypass authentication controls and gain unauthorized access to affected devices. … Read more
Vectra AI’s Ascent Program Aims to Tackle Rising Tide of AI-Driven Attacks A growing number of cyberattacks are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to evade detection and wreak havoc on organizations’ networks. In response, Vectra AI has launched its Ascent program, a global partner initiative designed to help customers address the complex security challenges posed by … Read more
Microsoft has finally fixed a bug that was causing incorrect alerts to pop up on users’ screens, warning them that their Defender Antivirus software had been turned off. This issue had been affecting users of various Windows versions, including the latest Windows 11 and Windows Server releases, since at least June. The problem arose after … Read more
A significant security update is brewing for Microsoft Teams administrators. Starting in November 2026, admins will be able to customize which file types are blocked in Teams, giving them more control over their organization’s collaboration environment. Currently, a built-in feature called Weaponizable File Protection scans conversations and blocks chat or channel messages with high-risk file … Read more
A fresh wave of public exploits has been released for four previously unknown Linux kernel flaws, allowing attackers with local access to gain root privileges on affected systems. This development poses a significant threat to Linux-based infrastructure and devices, as it enables malicious actors to escalate their privileges and execute arbitrary code. The four vulnerabilities, … Read more
As fast-growing companies expand their online presence, they often find themselves overwhelmed by a multitude of security recommendations for protecting Google Workspace. With time and resources stretched thin, the question remains: which controls will actually make the greatest difference in securing sensitive data? On September 23, BleepingComputer is hosting a live webinar titled “Breach autopsy: … Read more
Microsoft is expanding its security features in Microsoft Teams, allowing administrators to customize which file types are blocked to meet their organization’s specific needs. This update will give companies more flexibility to tailor their security policies while maintaining a secure collaboration environment. The new feature, called Weaponizable File Protection, scans conversations and blocks chat or … Read more
Cloud sharing has revolutionized modern office life, making it easier than ever to collaborate with coworkers, clients, and business partners. However, this convenience comes at a cost: millions of teams struggle to keep track of who has access to sensitive shared files, leaving them vulnerable to data security risks. Unmanaged cloud sharing is a widespread … Read more
Malware Campaign Uses Fake GitHub Repositories to Spread Rapuncel Infostealer and Disable Antivirus Software A sophisticated malware campaign has been uncovered, using fake GitHub repositories to impersonate well-known software firms and push a previously undocumented information stealer called Rapuncel. LastPass and Delphos Labs have discovered that the campaign targets at least 40 companies, including password … Read more
A critical vulnerability in WordPress has been disclosed, allowing attackers to install malicious themes on affected sites. The Click2Shell flaw, discovered by security researchers, can lead to code execution and potentially devastating consequences for website owners and their visitors. The issue stems from a misconfigured setting that allows an attacker to exploit the theme installation … Read more