vulnerability Researchers Disclose AI-Assisted SharePoint Exploit Chain Reaching Unauthenticated RCE Researchers at Rapid7 discovered a chain of vulnerabilities in Microsoft SharePoint, allowing unauthenticated attackers to impersonate users, including administrators, through a complex AI-assisted process. The initial b… The Hacker News · Aug 11, 2026 High CVE-2026-55040CVE-2026-63520jwtsharepointrce
threat-intel Two wars and a World Cup lead to epic DDoS attacks on publishers This article covers a range of cybersecurity and technology news, including a phishing campaign targeting Signal users, a zero-day exploit affecting on-prem SharePoint, and a vulnerability impacting Joomla extensions. It… The Register · Aug 11, 2026 Medium IRphishingvulnerabilitycybersecurity
ransomware Gunra Ransomware Exploits Fortinet and Schneider Electric Flaws to Breach Networks The Gunra ransomware group, linked to state-sponsored actors, is aggressively targeting critical infrastructure and organizations globally, leveraging vulnerabilities in Fortinet and Schneider Electric appliances to gain… The Hacker News · Aug 11, 2026 High CVE-2024-5559CVE-2025-24472SOBRSPransomwarevulnerabilitysupply-chain
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
data-breach Scot NHS trust probes access to medical records of 9-year-old girl after man arrested on suspicion of murder A Scottish NHS trust is investigating a security breach that may have exposed the medical records of a 9-year-old girl. This follows the arrest of a man on suspicion of murder, and authorities are examining how unauthori… The Register · Aug 7, 2026 High UKvulnerabilitysharepointhealthcare
threat-intel 'Asimov was right' about rules for robots, says ex-US Cyber Director This article highlights a range of cybersecurity and technology news, including a Microsoft SharePoint vulnerability exploited in the wild, a Russian phishing campaign mimicking Signal support, and acquisitions within th… The Register · Aug 7, 2026 Medium RUvulnerabilityphishingacquisition
vulnerability Microsoft, Apple Release Fresh Security Updates Microsoft and Apple released a combined set of security updates addressing dozens of vulnerabilities across their products, including critical remote code execution flaws. These updates target a wide range of products, i… SecurityWeek · Aug 7, 2026 Critical CVE-2026-63508CVE-2026-56162CVE-2026-65667vulnerabilityremote code executionpatch
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 IBM's agentic AI platform is under active attack - patch now IBM's agentic AI platform is currently under active attack, with vulnerabilities exploited to gain control of systems. Attackers are leveraging prompt injection techniques to manipulate other AI agents, highlighting a gr… The Register · Aug 5, 2026 High CVE-2026-9198CHIRprompt injectionai securityvulnerability
threat-intel Kali365 Weaponizes Microsoft Authentication Against US Companies: New Enterprise Risk Kali365 is leveraging a sophisticated phishing kit to compromise US organizations by abusing legitimate Microsoft authentication flows. The kit uses attacker-controlled device codes to trick users into approving access o… The Hacker News · Aug 5, 2026 High USphishingauthenticationmicrosoft
