The LockBit ransomware gang has suffered a data breach after its dark web affiliate panels were defaced and replaced with a message linking to a MySQL database dump. […]
PowerSchool hacker now extorting individual school districts
PowerSchool is warning that the hacker behind its December cyberattack is now individually extorting schools, threatening to release the previously stolen student and teacher data if a ransom is not paid. […]
CoGUI phishing platform sent 580 million emails to steal credentials
A new phishing kit named ‘CoGUI’ sent over 580 million emails to targets between January and April 2025, aiming to steal account credentials and payment data. […]
Cisco’s Quantum Bet: Linking Small Machines Into One Giant Quantum Computer
Cisco unveils its Quantum Network Entanglement Chip and new Quantum Labs, laying the groundwork for a scalable quantum internet that connects distributed quantum computers into a unified, powerful system.
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CodeAnt AI Raises $2 Million for Code Quality and Application Security Platform
Code quality and security firm CodeAnt has secured $2 million in seed funding and it has been valued at $20 million.
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CrowdStrike Plans Layoffs to Pursue $10B ARR Target
CrowdStrike said the planned cuts will affect approximately 500 employees and will span the first half of fiscal 2026.
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Ox Security Bags $60M Series B to Tackle Appsec Alert Fatigue
Ox Security has raised a total $94 million since its launch in 2021 with ambitious plans to cash in on two fast-moving trends.
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Hackers exploit OttoKit WordPress plugin flaw to add admin accounts
Hackers are exploiting a critical unauthenticated privilege escalation vulnerability in the OttoKit WordPress plugin to create rogue admin accounts on targeted sites. […]
Play ransomware exploited Windows logging flaw in zero-day attacks
The Play ransomware gang has exploited a high-severity Windows Common Log File System flaw in zero-day attacks to gain SYSTEM privileges and deploy malware on compromised systems. […]
New UK Framework Pressures Vendors on SBOMs, Patching and Default MFA
By baking minimum expectations into procurement conversations, the plan is to steer software vendors to “secure-by-design and default” basics.
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