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A public exploit is now available for a recently patched Arch Linux vulnerability called PinTheft. The flaw allows a local attacker to gain full root privileges on a system. The vulnerability has already been fixed, so users who have updated their systems are protected from this exploit.
NordVPN has released its Call Protection feature for iOS users worldwide. The new tool provides real-time alerts for incoming scam calls without logging or listening to user conversations. This adds a new layer of security for iPhone users against a growing and costly global problem.
A new malware-as-a-service campaign, codenamed Weedhack, is targeting Minecraft players. The malware spreads via YouTube videos that promote fake Minecraft clients and mods. Once installed, it can take full control of the victim's system, posing a risk to both personal and corporate data.
An early clinical trial for a new gene-editing therapy shows promising results. A single dose of the drug, VERVE-102, significantly lowered "bad" cholesterol levels in a small group of patients. The therapy aims to provide a long-term solution with a one-time treatment.
University of California faculty are pushing to reinstate the SAT for STEM admissions, citing a significant decline in students' math skills since the test was dropped. This raises concerns for the tech industry, which relies heavily on UC graduates for its talent pipeline and future workforce.
A new report finds many organizations are not ready for cyberattacks. A third of CISOs say their data isn't well-protected, and over half feel unprepared to respond to an incident, highlighting significant gaps in current cybersecurity strategies and readiness.
A security researcher found a critical vulnerability on an official AMD website. AMD dismissed the report without a reward, stating the third-party software was out of scope, raising questions about corporate security responsibility.
A San Francisco startup is facing a lawsuit alleging it secretly tested its robots in Airbnb rentals, causing significant damage. The case highlights the ethical and legal risks of the 'move fast and break things' approach to research and development, serving as a cautionary tale for founders.
Oura has confirmed it receives government requests for user data. The company has not yet released a transparency report detailing the number or nature of these requests, raising questions about its policies on user privacy and law enforcement cooperation.
After an 88-day shutdown, Iran is restoring internet access. However, experts warn the restoration is only partial and future cutoffs are likely, highlighting ongoing risks for businesses operating in the region.
Top AI talent is increasingly choosing employers based on factors beyond salary. They prioritize access to powerful computing resources, the freedom to experiment, and the ability to make a significant impact. Companies that focus only on platforms and governance risk losing their most valuable AI experts.
Renault is now mass-producing a new electric motor that contains no rare earth elements. This move helps the automaker avoid volatile supply chains, reduce environmental impact, and lower its exposure to geopolitical risks tied to critical materials.
Two denial-of-service vulnerabilities have been found in Libgcrypt, a common cryptographic library. Attackers can exploit flaws in how the library handles certain data for ECDH and Dilithium operations, potentially causing applications that rely on it to crash and become unavailable. Patches are recommended.
A security researcher found a critical flaw in AMD processors. After waiting 124 days for a patch, AMD reportedly denied the $10,000 bug bounty, raising concerns about its security response process.
The integration of AI, cloud analytics, and connected sensors into operational technology (OT) is creating new security vulnerabilities. While these technologies promise efficiency gains, they also complicate uptime and safety, forcing leaders to rethink governance, incident response, and visibility across combined IT and OT environments.
A clickjacking vulnerability was found in the Transmission BitTorrent client's web interface. Attackers can use it to trick users into performing unintended actions on servers running the software, such as changing settings or deleting data.
A new malspam campaign is using Google's DoubleClick domain to bypass security filters and deliver a remote access trojan (RAT). By routing traffic through the trusted Google service first, attackers can evade detection before redirecting victims to their own malicious infrastructure.
The price for 32GB of DDR5 RAM has surged to a minimum of $375, a significant increase from previous levels. This price hike is driven by massive demand from the AI industry, which is consuming memory supply and impacting the PC building market for consumers and businesses.
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been found in Appsmith's SQL query editor. Attackers with developer access to a shared PostgreSQL database can inject malicious code by creating specially named database objects. This code executes when the autocomplete feature is used by other users.
The Justice Department has approved the $111 billion merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. The deal creates a new streaming giant, kicking off a massive technical challenge to combine their distinct streaming, ad-tech, and content delivery platforms.
CoreWeave's CTO, Peter Salanki, discussed the challenges of running AI in production. He highlighted the growing importance of observability, resource utilization, and scheduling for efficient operations. Salanki also advised teams to avoid the common mistake of over-architecting their systems too early.
A security vulnerability has been discovered in libssh2, a popular library for the SSH2 protocol. The flaw relates to how the library handles username and password lengths during authentication. A remote attacker could exploit this issue to trigger a denial-of-service, potentially crashing affected applications.
A widely-read blog post details how LLMs are devaluing software engineering skills, sparking a major debate among developers. This reflects a growing anxiety about job security and the future of the profession.
IT consulting giant Accenture has announced its intention to acquire Ookla, the company behind the popular Speedtest and Downdetector services. The deal brings Ookla's extensive network performance and service outage data under the control of a major enterprise services provider, impacting how businesses monitor infrastructure.