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AccuKnox partners with CyberKnight to deliver Zero Trust Security for a Leading Global Bank in the UAE.
 

AccuKnox partners with CyberKnight to deliver Zero Trust Security for a Leading Global Bank in the UAE.

Menlo Park, United States, 30th July 2025, CyberNewsWireHackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Hacking News, Tech, AI & CryptoRead More

The best mini PCs of 2025: Expert recommended from Apple, Intel, and more
 

The best mini PCs of 2025: Expert recommended from Apple, Intel, and more

I tested dozens of mini PCs so you don’t have to. Here are the best of the best.Latest newsRead More

US-EU trade pact — like Japan’s — a Potemkin illusion
 

US-EU trade pact — like Japan’s — a Potemkin illusion

TOKYO – Donald Trump’s European shakedown, err “trade deal,” has leaders across the globe reappraising their options as the August

Research shows data breach costs have reached an all-time high
 

Research shows data breach costs have reached an all-time high

IBM’s yearly report finds that a data breach now costs U.S. organizations more than $10 million for recovery. The post

Datacenter lobby blows a fuse over EU efficiency proposals
 

Datacenter lobby blows a fuse over EU efficiency proposals

Green rules risk short-circuiting AI ambitions, warns group including AWS, Microsoft and Google A trade body representing datacenter operators in

Trump’s tariff threat shows US-India aren’t really allies
 

Trump’s tariff threat shows US-India aren’t really allies

For years, India has proudly touted its “comprehensive global strategic partnership” with the United States as a cornerstone of its

The best satellite phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
 

The best satellite phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

I went hands on with the best satellite phones and communicators from companies like SpaceX, Garmin, and Inmarsat. These devices

Apple Promotes Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip7 by Mistake
 

Apple Promotes Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip7 by Mistake

Apple’s official Support account on China’s Weibo had a serious case of mistaken identity on Tuesday after it accidentally posted

Flock storage: Audio boffin encodes data in a starling
 

Flock storage: Audio boffin encodes data in a starling

Birdsong stores 176 KB, but can it run Doom? Forget flash storage – flock storage is here after it was

Oracle VirtualBox licensing tweak lies in wait for the unwary
 

Oracle VirtualBox licensing tweak lies in wait for the unwary

Java-like move could land those expecting free trial with a new bill Oracle has introduced new licensing terms that some

iPhone 17 Models May See $50 Price Hike, Says Jefferies
 

iPhone 17 Models May See $50 Price Hike, Says Jefferies

Apple is expected to implement a $50 price increase across its iPhone 17 lineup when the new models launch in

CISA is facing a tight CIRCIA deadline. Here’s how Sean Plankey can attempt to meet it
 

CISA is facing a tight CIRCIA deadline. Here’s how Sean Plankey can attempt to meet it

The agency has two months to publish its final rule. It will not meet that mark, but a new CISA

Militsioner – finally a game that asks, is it illegal to use an apple to bribe a giant policeman?
 

Militsioner – finally a game that asks, is it illegal to use an apple to bribe a giant policeman?

Thief: The Dark Project converges with Kafka, Gogol and Tamagotichis in this immersive sim with a giant personalityPlanning is half

YouTube makes it easy for TV users to skip to the best bits of videos
 

YouTube makes it easy for TV users to skip to the best bits of videos

It seems YouTube is finally giving its TV app the AI feature that lets you skip to the most interesting

 

Minnesota Activates National Guard in Response to Cyberattack

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz called in the National Guard to assist the City of Saint Paul in responding to a

 

NISAR — a NASA-India Collaboration — Will Study Earth With Radar. Here’s How to Watch the Launch.

A new Earth-observing satellite, built by NASA and India’s space agency, will be sent into orbit on Wednesday.NYT > TechnologyRead

 

Flaw in Vibe Coding Platform Base44 Exposed Private Enterprise Applications

Base44 owner Wix quickly patched a critical authentication bypass vulnerability discovered by researchers at Wiz. The post Flaw in Vibe

 

Cost of Data Breach in US Rises to $10.22 Million, Says Latest IBM Report

The global average cost of a breach fell to $4.44 million (the first decline in five years), but the average

TrickBot Behind More Than $724 Million in Crypto Theft and Extortion
 

TrickBot Behind More Than $724 Million in Crypto Theft and Extortion

Akamai’s latest Ransomware Report 2025 reveals “quadruple extortion,” new AI-driven tactics by groups like Black Basta, FunkSec, and TrickBot, and

Apple Expands Video Shopping Service to India After US Launch
 

Apple Expands Video Shopping Service to India After US Launch

Apple has announced that customers in India can now connect with an Apple Specialist over a live video session while

Linux 6.16 brings faster file systems, improved confidential memory support, and more Rust support
 

Linux 6.16 brings faster file systems, improved confidential memory support, and more Rust support

Linux continues to grow bigger and better. Here’s what’s new and notable in the 6.16 release, plus what you need

Linux 6.16 brings faster file systems, improved confidential memory support, and more Rust support
 

Linux 6.16 brings faster file systems, improved confidential memory support, and more Rust support

Linux continues to grow bigger and better. Here’s what’s new and notable in the 6.16 release, plus what you need

 

Meta Unveils Wristband For Controlling Computers With Hand Gestures

When you write your name in the air, you can see the letters appear on your smartphone.NYT > TechnologyRead More

 

Meta Unveils Wristband For Controlling Computers With Hand Gestures

When you write your name in the air, you can see the letters appear on your smartphone.NYT > TechnologyRead More

 

Organizations Warned of Exploited PaperCut Flaw

Threat actors are exploiting a two-year-old vulnerability in PaperCut that allows them to execute arbitrary code remotely. The post Organizations

 

Organizations Warned of Exploited PaperCut Flaw

Threat actors are exploiting a two-year-old vulnerability in PaperCut that allows them to execute arbitrary code remotely. The post Organizations

Publishers cry foul over W3C crusade to rid web of third-party cookies
 

Publishers cry foul over W3C crusade to rid web of third-party cookies

Advocacy group tells UK competition watchdog proposal favors Google Exclusive Movement for an Open Web (MOW), an advocacy group that

Publishers cry foul over W3C crusade to rid web of third-party cookies
 

Publishers cry foul over W3C crusade to rid web of third-party cookies

Advocacy group tells UK competition watchdog proposal favors Google Exclusive Movement for an Open Web (MOW), an advocacy group that

The best online photo editors: Expert tested and reviewed
 

The best online photo editors: Expert tested and reviewed

A good online photo editor can help you perfect your images, no matter what device you’re using. These are my

The best online photo editors: Expert tested and reviewed
 

The best online photo editors: Expert tested and reviewed

A good online photo editor can help you perfect your images, no matter what device you’re using. These are my

Uber loses UK supreme court appeal over tax on rival apps
 

Uber loses UK supreme court appeal over tax on rival apps

Rival taxi operators will not face a 20% tax charge on their profit margins outside LondonBusiness live – latest updatesUber’s

Uber loses UK supreme court appeal over tax on rival apps
 

Uber loses UK supreme court appeal over tax on rival apps

Rival taxi operators will not face a 20% tax charge on their profit margins outside LondonBusiness live – latest updatesUber’s

Pro-Ukraine hacktivists claim cyberattack on Russian Airline Aeroflot that caused the cancellation of +100 flights
 

Pro-Ukraine hacktivists claim cyberattack on Russian Airline Aeroflot that caused the cancellation of +100 flights

A cyberattack claimed by Ukrainian group Silent Crow and Belarusian Cyber-Partisans crippled Aeroflot ’s systems, canceling over 100 flights. On

Pro-Ukraine hacktivists claim cyberattack on Russian Airline Aeroflot that caused the cancellation of +100 flights
 

Pro-Ukraine hacktivists claim cyberattack on Russian Airline Aeroflot that caused the cancellation of +100 flights

A cyberattack claimed by Ukrainian group Silent Crow and Belarusian Cyber-Partisans crippled Aeroflot ’s systems, canceling over 100 flights. On

Why React Didn’t Kill XSS: The New JavaScript Injection Playbook
 

Why React Didn’t Kill XSS: The New JavaScript Injection Playbook

React conquered XSS? Think again. That’s the reality facing JavaScript developers in 2025, where attackers have quietly evolved their injection

Xi’s charm offensive cuts both ways in the Global South
 

Xi’s charm offensive cuts both ways in the Global South

Chinese President Xi Jinping is on an economic charm offensive across the Global South’s emerging markets. As tensions with the

How Google profits even as its AI summaries reduce website ad link clicks
 

How Google profits even as its AI summaries reduce website ad link clicks

Google’s AI Overviews are wrecking its old ad model, but Google’s revenue is increasing with ads based on it Opinion

Age Verification Laws Send VPN Use Soaring—and Threaten the Open Internet
 

Age Verification Laws Send VPN Use Soaring—and Threaten the Open Internet

A law requiring UK internet users to verify their age to access adult content has led to a huge surge

Why did thousands of adult titles just disappear from the biggest PC gaming marketplaces?
 

Why did thousands of adult titles just disappear from the biggest PC gaming marketplaces?

Digital distribution platforms Steam and itch.io have tightened their rules about adult content – under pressure from payment processors. Why

 

From Ex Machina to Exfiltration: When AI Gets Too Curious

From prompt injection to emergent behavior, today’s curious AI models are quietly breaching trust boundaries. The post From Ex Machina

How Scattered Spider Used Fake Calls to Breach Clorox via Cognizant
 

How Scattered Spider Used Fake Calls to Breach Clorox via Cognizant

Specops Software’s analysis reveals how Scattered Spider’s persistent help desk exploitation cost Clorox $400 million. Understand the August 2023 breach,

Home Depot now has an app-controlled version of its viral Halloween skeleton
 

Home Depot now has an app-controlled version of its viral Halloween skeleton

The summer isn’t halfway over, and Home Depot already wants you to start thinking about Halloween. After introducing a limited-edition

The best TV screen cleaners of 2025
 

The best TV screen cleaners of 2025

We tested the best TV screen cleaners of 2025 to help you wipe away fingerprints, dust, and mysterious smudges without

Cybercriminals Use Fake Apps to Steal Data and Blackmail Users Across Asia’s Mobile Networks
 

Cybercriminals Use Fake Apps to Steal Data and Blackmail Users Across Asia’s Mobile Networks

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new, large-scale mobile malware campaign that’s targeting Android and iOS platforms with fake dating, social

 

Dropzone AI Raises $37 Million for Autonomous SOC Analyst

Dropzone AI has announced a Series B funding round led by Theory Ventures to boost its AI SOC solution.  The

 

Sploitlight: macOS Vulnerability Leaks Sensitive Information

The TCC bypass could expose information cached by Apple Intelligence, including geolocation and biometric data. The post Sploitlight: macOS Vulnerability

How the Browser Became the Main Cyber Battleground
 

How the Browser Became the Main Cyber Battleground

Until recently, the cyber attacker methodology behind the biggest breaches of the last decade or so has been pretty consistent:

I replaced my Apple Watch with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 for a week – and didn’t mind it
 

I replaced my Apple Watch with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 for a week – and didn’t mind it

The new Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is an innovative fitness tracker that I’d recommend to most people – even if

My search for the ultimate car charger is over – and this one has a flexible superpower
 

My search for the ultimate car charger is over – and this one has a flexible superpower

The PrimeTrip VR2 Max is hands down the most impressive car charger I’ve tested yet. Here’s what makes it stand

China-linked group Fire Ant exploits VMware and F5 flaws since early 2025
 

China-linked group Fire Ant exploits VMware and F5 flaws since early 2025

China-linked group Fire Ant exploits VMware and F5 flaws to stealthily breach secure systems, reports cybersecurity firm Sygnia. China-linked cyberespionage

 

Flaw Allowing Website Takeover Found in WordPress Plugin With 400k Installations

The Post SMTP email delivery WordPress plugin is affected by a critical vulnerability and half of websites using it remain

UK needs to pick up handsets for troubled Emergency Services Network project
 

UK needs to pick up handsets for troubled Emergency Services Network project

Up to £925M on table as government pushes ahead with project likely to be a decade late The UK government

 

The Unnerving Future of A.I.-Fueled Video Games

Game designers have used artificial intelligence since the 1980s. But digital characters demonstrating self-awareness is a far cry from the

Meet the new James Bond: how 007 First Light earned its licence to thrill
 

Meet the new James Bond: how 007 First Light earned its licence to thrill

While the future of the film franchise remains in flux, the developer of the forthcoming video game reveals how it

This 16-inch Acer is a full-package value pick I’d happily replace my main laptop with
 

This 16-inch Acer is a full-package value pick I’d happily replace my main laptop with

Acer’s Swift 16 AI combines a sleek build with a gorgeous display and fantastic battery life for a very competitive

Considering Samsung’s new Z Flip 7? Why I recommend waiting for next year’s model
 

Considering Samsung’s new Z Flip 7? Why I recommend waiting for next year’s model

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is Samsung’s best clamshell foldable to date, but evidence suggests it’s cooking up something big

Intel cutting cutting-edge node funds would mean no more Moore’s Law
 

Intel cutting cutting-edge node funds would mean no more Moore’s Law

At least at Chipzookie… TSMC and Global Foundaries may yet continue to try to defy physics Intel chief executive Lip-Bu

EU capitulates to Trump in vassal-state trade deal
 

EU capitulates to Trump in vassal-state trade deal

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen agreed to a framework deal with the US whereby the EU will be charged 15%

Reddit and Discord’s UK age verification can be defeated by Death Stranding’s photo mode
 

Reddit and Discord’s UK age verification can be defeated by Death Stranding’s photo mode

Enforcement of the UK’s new online safety rules started on Friday, forcing a variety of platforms to roll out mandatory

Microsoft’s software licensing playbook is a national security risk
 

Microsoft’s software licensing playbook is a national security risk

The tech giant’s model is built around anticompetitive practices, the head of the Coalition for Fair Software Licensing argues. The

Deals: $200 Off M4 MacBook Air, from $799
 

Deals: $200 Off M4 MacBook Air, from $799

Amazon is offering all time low prices on the M4 MacBook Air series, taking $200 off each model in both

Malicious ISO File Used in Romance Scam Targeting German Speakers
 

Malicious ISO File Used in Romance Scam Targeting German Speakers

Sublime Security reveals a cunning romance/adult-themed scam targeting German speakers, leveraging Keitaro TDS to deliver an AutoIT-based malware loader. Learn

Musk hails $16.5bn Samsung deal to supply Tesla with AI chips
 

Musk hails $16.5bn Samsung deal to supply Tesla with AI chips

South Korean tech company will produce carmaker’s next-generation semiconductors at new plant in TexasBusiness live – latest updatesSamsung has agreed

Scattered Spider targets VMware ESXi in using social engineering
 

Scattered Spider targets VMware ESXi in using social engineering

Scattered Spider targets VMware ESXi in North America using social engineering, mainly fake IT help desk calls instead of software

UK VPN demand soars after debut of Online Safety Act
 

UK VPN demand soars after debut of Online Safety Act

1,400% jump in sign-ups as users try to avoid age verification checks when surfing adult sites Searches and sign-ups for

 

BlackSuit Ransomware Group Transitioning to ‘Chaos’ Amid Leak Site Seizure

The emerging Chaos ransomware appears to be a rebranding of BlackSuit, which had its leak site seized by law enforcement.

 

Is Xi holding China back from its potential greatness?

During the Biden years, a lot of us thought that the next era of world history would be defined, in

Congress tries to outlaw AI that jacks up prices based on what it knows about you
 

Congress tries to outlaw AI that jacks up prices based on what it knows about you

Surveillance-based pricing? Two lawmakers say enough Two Democratic members of Congress, Greg Casar (D-TX) and Rashida Tlaib (D-MI,) have introduced

Online MAGA cope is now Congressional strategy
 

Online MAGA cope is now Congressional strategy

When it comes to defending Donald Trump from the worst accusations, the MAGA influencer-industrial complex, whether out of loyalty or

Law enforcement operations seized BlackSuit ransomware gang’s darknet sites
 

Law enforcement operations seized BlackSuit ransomware gang’s darknet sites

An international law enforcement operation seized the dark web data leak site of the BlackSuit ransomware group. A banner on

Here are the laptops I’d tell any parent to consider for their back-to-school student
 

Here are the laptops I’d tell any parent to consider for their back-to-school student

We’re in the heart of summer fun, but it’s already time for back-to-school planning, especially if that involves buying a

Post SMTP plugin flaw exposes 200K WordPress sites to hijacking attacks
 

Post SMTP plugin flaw exposes 200K WordPress sites to hijacking attacks

More than 200,000 WordPress websites are using a vulnerable version of the Post SMTP plugin that allows hackers to take

 

What to Know About the Hack at Tea, an App Where Women Share Red Flags About Men

A data breach exposed photos and ID cards of women who signed up for a fast-growing app for women to

‘It’s queer, Black joy’: the TikTok creator quizzing pop stars and politicians on LGBTQ+ culture
 

‘It’s queer, Black joy’: the TikTok creator quizzing pop stars and politicians on LGBTQ+ culture

Anania Williams’s viral show Gaydar quizzes guests like Zohran Mamdani and Chappell Roan on queer culture – and teaches viewers

From Krispy Kreme to GoPro, has meme-stock trading frenzy returned?
 

From Krispy Kreme to GoPro, has meme-stock trading frenzy returned?

Shares in brands such as American Eagle and Wendy’s have surged, harkening back to the GameStop craze of 2021Shares in

Allianz Life confirms data breach impacts majority of 1.4 million customers
 

Allianz Life confirms data breach impacts majority of 1.4 million customers

Insurance company Allianz Life has confirmed that the personal information for the “majority” of its 1.4 million customers was exposed

Listen to the Soothing Sounds of Forests Around the World with tree.fm
 

Listen to the Soothing Sounds of Forests Around the World with tree.fm

Many people enjoy ambient background sounds of nature while working, studying, cooking, projects, meditating, focusing, amongst many other activities, and

Apple Store in Michigan Permanently Closing Next Month
 

Apple Store in Michigan Permanently Closing Next Month

Earlier this month, MacRumors was first to report that Apple was planning to permanently close its Partridge Creek store, just

 

Deepfakes, Vishing, and GPT Scams: Phishing Just Levelled Up

submitted by /u/AlexanderDan10-Alger [link] [comments]Technical Information Security Content & DiscussionRead More

Crystal clear: China sharpening its anti-satellite laser edge
 

Crystal clear: China sharpening its anti-satellite laser edge

China is using crystals to enhance the power of satellite-destroying lasers in a daring attempt to blind US satellites and

 

Created a Penetration Testing Guide to Help the Community, Feedback Welcome!

Hi everyone, I just created my first penetration testing guide on GitBook! Here’s the link: My Penetration Test Guide I

18 months. 12,000 questions. A whole lot of anxiety. What I learned from reading students’ ChatGPT logs
 

18 months. 12,000 questions. A whole lot of anxiety. What I learned from reading students’ ChatGPT logs

Students increasingly use AI chatbots for anything from academic queries to emotional quandaries. But are they missing out on the

Security Affairs newsletter Round 534 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
 

Security Affairs newsletter Round 534 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION

A new round of the weekly Security Affairs newsletter has arrived! Every week, the best security articles from Security Affairs

SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 55
 

SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 55

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Malware

I found cheap accessories that made my AirTags twice as useful (and secure)
 

I found cheap accessories that made my AirTags twice as useful (and secure)

AirTags are the top tracking tags on the market right now, and these unique holders make them far more practical

China calls for global AI cooperation days after Trump administration unveils low-regulation strategy
 

China calls for global AI cooperation days after Trump administration unveils low-regulation strategy

Chinese premier warns at global conference AI development must be weighed against security risks, urges ‘further consensus from the entire

Finally, a Bluetooth speaker that sounds great and is built to last
 

Finally, a Bluetooth speaker that sounds great and is built to last

The Bose SoundLink Max is a portable speaker with great battery life, true sound clarity, plenty of loudness, and a

This 4K projector changed the way I watch TV at home (no keystone adjustment needed)
 

This 4K projector changed the way I watch TV at home (no keystone adjustment needed)

Jmgo’s N1S Ultimate 4K projector is a high-end flagship capable of casting a massive 180-inch image – provided you’ve got

I ran with the Apple Watch and Samsung Watch 8 – here’s the better AI coach
 

I ran with the Apple Watch and Samsung Watch 8 – here’s the better AI coach

Apple and Samsung each offer an AI-powered running coach in their flagship smart watches. I put them both to the

8 smart home gadgets that instantly upgraded my house (and why they work)
 

8 smart home gadgets that instantly upgraded my house (and why they work)

I test plenty of smart home devices, but I only keep a few favorites that I’d thoroughly recommend. Read on

I tested Panasonic’s new affordable LED TV model – here’s my brutally honest buying advice
 

I tested Panasonic’s new affordable LED TV model – here’s my brutally honest buying advice

Panasonic’s W70B series offers a budget-friendly TV experience and is one of the lightest models I’ve ever set up. But

New LAMEHUG AI Malware Devises Commands In Real-Time
 

New LAMEHUG AI Malware Devises Commands In Real-Time

As AI creates a stir in the tech world, it has now grabbed the attention… New LAMEHUG AI Malware Devises

The best password managers for Android of 2025: Expert tested
 

The best password managers for Android of 2025: Expert tested

My favorite password managers for Android provide secure and streamlined logins, safe credential storage, encrypted sharing, passkey support, and more.Latest

 

How to find the blackhat and defcon paper

I know that we have the presentation material, but do we able to find the paper for these example 2024

Own a OnePlus phone? I changed 10 settings to significantly improve the user experience
 

Own a OnePlus phone? I changed 10 settings to significantly improve the user experience

Are you making the most of your OnePlus device? Tweaking these settings and features should give it a noticeable performance

Arizona woman sentenced for aiding North Korea in U.S. IT job fraud scheme
 

Arizona woman sentenced for aiding North Korea in U.S. IT job fraud scheme

Arizona woman gets 8 years for helping North Korea-linked threat actors to infiltrate 309 U.S. firms with fake IT jobs.

The best password managers for iPhone in 2025: Expert tested
 

The best password managers for iPhone in 2025: Expert tested

The best iPhone password managers will help you keep all of your logins secure and provide extra security features. These

The best phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
 

The best phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

These are the standout phones in 2025 from brands like Samsung, Apple, and OnePlus that we’ve thoroughly tested – and

How logic can help AI models tell more truth, according to AWS
 

How logic can help AI models tell more truth, according to AWS

Linking AI models to formal verification methods can correct LLM shortcomings such as false assertions. Amazon’s Byron Cook explains the

I tested the best video editing laptops in 2025: Here’s what I recommend for your next project
 

I tested the best video editing laptops in 2025: Here’s what I recommend for your next project

I tested the best video editing laptops of 2025 to find the top machines for 4K workflows, creative projects, and

Elon Musk opened a diner in Hollywood. What could go wrong? I went to find out
 

Elon Musk opened a diner in Hollywood. What could go wrong? I went to find out

The tech billionaire’s ‘retro-futuristic’ drive-in and Tesla charging station has long lines, plenty of glitches – and adoring fansIt was

Researchers Expose Online Fake Currency Operation in India
 

Researchers Expose Online Fake Currency Operation in India

Cybersecurity researchers at CloudSEK’s STRIKE team used facial recognition and GPS data to expose a massive, over $2…Hackread – Latest

Blame a leak for Microsoft SharePoint attacks, researcher insists
 

Blame a leak for Microsoft SharePoint attacks, researcher insists

MAPP program to blame? A week after Microsoft told the world that its July software updates didn’t fully fix a