threat-intel North Korean spies are running local LLMs to cause AI mischief North Korean intelligence operatives are leveraging locally hosted Large Language Models (LLMs) to conduct sophisticated disinformation campaigns and potentially cause broader AI-related mischief. This indicates a growin… The Register · Aug 10, 2026 Medium NOaillmcyberespionage
threat-intel Claude Code puts auto mode in the driver's seat Several security incidents and developments are highlighted, including a vulnerability in Joomla extensions, a Microsoft SharePoint issue leading to a zero-day attack, and ongoing efforts to combat Iranian propaganda and… The Register · Aug 10, 2026 Medium IRUSvulnerabilityphishingransomware
threat-intel Ransomware gangs skip the CEO, head straight for the 40-something IT manager Ransomware gangs are increasingly targeting IT managers, specifically those in their 40s, bypassing traditional executive channels to gain access to sensitive data and systems. This shift suggests a change in tactics by… The Register · Aug 9, 2026 Medium ransomwarecybersecuritylinux
threat-intel Devs to Anthropic, OpenAI, Cursor, and friends: Make security and privacy the default Several security-related stories are emerging, including a focus on AI security and vulnerabilities, a Russian phishing campaign mimicking Signal support, and ongoing efforts to improve security across various Linux and… The Register · Aug 8, 2026 Medium RUIRaisecurityphishing
threat-intel OpenAI pledges to add Astra security as Anthropic loosens Fable's leash OpenAI is bolstering its AI security by integrating Astra, while Anthropic is loosening restrictions on its Fable system. This shift reflects growing concerns about the potential risks associated with increasingly autono… The Register · Aug 7, 2026 Medium IRaisecurityvulnerability
threat-intel Ransomware attacks spike as world distracted by AI Ransomware attacks are increasing, potentially coinciding with a global focus on AI. This article highlights a range of security incidents, including a zero-day exploit targeting on-prem SharePoint, phishing attacks mimi… The Register · Aug 7, 2026 Medium IRransomwarephishingvulnerability
vulnerability MIT boffins' TONTOU attack slips through Spectre defenses on Intel and AMD CPUs This article discusses a vulnerability related to Spectre defenses on Intel and AMD CPUs, where an AI-powered attack, dubbed TONTOU, successfully bypassed existing security measures. The vulnerability stems from AI's str… The Register · Aug 7, 2026 Medium CHIRspectrevulnerabilityai
threat-intel China launches mysterious probe into security of Palo Alto Networks' products Chinese authorities are investigating the security of Palo Alto Networks' products, raising concerns about potential vulnerabilities and a broader effort to monitor and control cybersecurity technology within China. This… The Register · Aug 7, 2026 Medium CNcybersecuritychinapalo alto
threat-intel How the famed USENIX Security conf is managing a flood of papers in the AI era The USENIX Security conference is grappling with a surge in research papers, particularly those leveraging AI and machine learning. While AI usage is increasing, concerns are being raised about the potential for autonomo… The Register · Aug 6, 2026 Medium USCHRUaimachine learningvulnerability
threat-intel AI struggles to patch vulns without adult supervision AI systems are struggling to independently patch vulnerabilities in software without human oversight, leading to incomplete remediation and potential security risks. The article highlights instances where AI-driven patc… The Register · Aug 6, 2026 Medium aimachine learningvulnerability patching
threat-intel IT department put sticky notes on the laptops to help employees log in This article is a collection of security-related news snippets from The Register. It covers a range of topics including a phishing campaign mimicking Signal support, a zero-day exploit targeting on-prem SharePoint, and a… The Register · Aug 6, 2026 Medium CHIRSWphishingzero-dayransomware
threat-intel Prompt injection isn't the bug, AI agent frameworks are This article discusses the increasing risk of prompt injection attacks within AI agent frameworks, rather than the models themselves. The rise of open-source AI models, particularly from China, is prompting a reaction fr… The Register · Aug 5, 2026 Medium CHIRUSprompt injectionaillm
threat-intel London cops handed victim's new address and number to her stalker, watchdog says This article is a collection of security and technology news snippets from The Register. It covers a range of topics including a security watchdog investigation into police handing over a stalker's information, a Chinese… The Register · Aug 5, 2026 Medium CHUKcybersecurityvulnerabilityransomware
threat-intel Bypassing AI guardrails is so easy a script kiddie can do it Recent developments highlight the increasing ease with which AI model guardrails can be bypassed, allowing even novice attackers to manipulate large language models. This vulnerability stems from the rapid release of ope… The Register · Aug 4, 2026 Medium CHIRaimlprompt injection
threat-intel This one time, at Hacker Summer Camp … This article covers a range of cybersecurity and technology news, including a Chinese AI model release, vulnerabilities in Joomla extensions, a Russian phishing campaign mimicking Signal support, and a significant acquis… The Register · Aug 4, 2026 Medium CHIRairansomwarephishing
threat-intel AI helps Microsoft bug hunters chase a record $20M payday Microsoft security researchers are experiencing a surge in zero-day attacks targeting on-prem SharePoint, fueled by a new wave of exploits leveraging vulnerabilities in third-party extensions. Simultaneously, Chinese act… The Register · Aug 4, 2026 High CHzero-dayphishingcybersecurity
threat-intel Tennessee congressional hopeful accused of shooting license plate cameras Several AI and open-source model developments are occurring, including Alibaba's release of its Qwen model and competition in the AI space. Simultaneously, security concerns are rising, with reports of phishing attacks i… The Register · Aug 4, 2026 Medium CHIRaiopen-sourcephishing
threat-intel CAF Bank reopens online service but warns of further outages This article is a collection of cybersecurity and technology news snippets. It covers a range of topics including a phishing campaign mimicking Signal support, a vulnerability impacting Joomla extensions, and a new X11 s… The Register · Aug 4, 2026 Medium CHIRphishingvulnerabilitycybersecurity
threat-intel Cloudflare has mostly ditched third party security tools, suggests not trying that at home This article is a collection of security-related news snippets from The Register. It covers a range of topics including AI model releases from China, vulnerabilities in Joomla extensions, acquisitions in the cybersecurit… The Register · Aug 4, 2026 Medium CHSWvulnerabilityransomwarecybersecurity
threat-intel AI slop pollutes the CVE pipeline with fake vulns This article covers a range of cybersecurity and technology news, including a report on fake vulnerabilities polluting the CVE pipeline due to AI, a phishing campaign impersonating Signal support, and a discussion of var… The Register · Aug 3, 2026 Medium CHUKvulnerabilityphishingransomware
