Kevin Mandia’s Armadin Raises $255 Million at $2.5 Billion Valuation, Signaling Growing Need for AI-Powered Security In a significant move that underscores the escalating threat landscape, Kevin Mandia’s cybersecurity startup Armadin has secured $255 million in Series B funding, valuing the company at an impressive $2.5 billion. This latest injection of capital brings the total … Read more
A critical vulnerability in Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS) was exploited by hackers before its public disclosure, leaving organizations vulnerable to remote code execution attacks. Microsoft has reported that attackers began probing for and exploiting the flaw as early as July 28, just days after patches were released on July 20. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-73570 … Read more
As AI-powered attack tools continue to gain traction, cybersecurity professionals and experts alike have been abuzz with discussions about “virtual patching” – a term that has sparked debate over what’s old and what’s new in the world of application security. But beneath the hype, one thing remains clear: good security hygiene and fundamentals are still … Read more
Ransomware Group KillSec Brought Down by International Law Enforcement Operation A major blow has been dealt to the cybercrime underworld with the takedown of KillSec, a prolific ransomware group responsible for approximately 1,000 suspected attacks worldwide. Europol announced that a 16-year-old individual is believed to be the administrator and primary operator of KillSec, while three … Read more
As AI-powered attacks continue to escalate in speed and sophistication, a new survey from PwC reveals that many organizations are woefully unprepared to defend against them. The 2027 Global Digital Trust Insights report surveyed nearly 4,000 businesses and tech leaders across over 70 countries, highlighting the gaping chasm between the rapid evolution of digital threats … Read more
A major ransomware operation has been dismantled by international law enforcement authorities, who have arrested several suspects and seized control of key infrastructure. The operation, known as KillSec, is believed to have carried out over 1,000 attacks worldwide, threatening organizations with public exposure of stolen data unless they paid a hefty ransom. At the center … Read more
Enterprises Struggle to Prepare for AI and Quantum Threats, PwC Survey Reveals A new report from global consulting firm PwC has shed light on a pressing concern facing organizations worldwide: their inability to prepare for emerging threats posed by artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technology. The 2027 Global Digital Trust Insights report surveyed over 4,000 … Read more
For years, we’ve been conditioned to view hackers as shadowy figures lurking in the dark corners of the internet. But what if I told you that one of the most respected voices in cybersecurity got his start by literally knocking on doors and convincing phone company engineers to install a dedicated line for his Apple … Read more
Hybrid threat intelligence company Osavul has landed a significant $10 million funding boost to enhance its cutting-edge AI platform for spotting hostile intent across the cyber, physical, and information domains. The Luxembourg-based firm’s Series A round was led by 33N Ventures, with Balnord, G+D Ventures, and 42CAP also participating in the investment. Osavul’s AI-driven platform … Read more
A leading cybersecurity expert’s bold assertion that zero trust remains effective in today’s AI-assisted threat landscape has sparked debate among security professionals. John Kindervag, co-founder of Forrester Research and originator of the zero trust concept, argues that correctly implemented zero trust can still halt even the most sophisticated AI-generated attacks. Kindervag’s views are presented in … Read more