threat-intel Advertisers are trying to influence AI bots with secret ads This week’s episode of The Kettle podcast explores the escalating competition in the AI world, focusing on China’s rapid advancements in open-weight AI models. The episode highlights DeepSeek, a Chinese model nearing par… The Register · Aug 10, 2026 High CHUNaiopen-sourcechina
vulnerability ISC Stormcast For Monday, August 10th, 2026 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/10044, (Mon, Aug 10th) The ISC Stormcast highlighted a significant vulnerability in the latest version of Apache Log4j, potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely. This exploit could lead to widespread data breaches and… SANS Internet Storm Center · Aug 10, 2026 Critical log4jrcevulnerability
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 Levi Strauss signale une cyberattaque Levi Strauss & Co. disclosed a cybersecurity incident to the SEC, revealing that a third party gained unauthorized access to three employee workstations via social engineering. The attacker accessed internal files and ex… ZATAZ · Aug 8, 2026 Medium social engineeringdata exfiltrationcybersecurity
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 Water system controllers don't belong on the internet, says ex-NSA chief after suspected Iran attacks An ex-NSA chief is warning that water system controllers, which are increasingly connected to the internet, are vulnerable to attacks, particularly from Iran. He believes these devices represent a significant security ri… The Register · Aug 7, 2026 Medium IRcybersecurityinfrastructureiran
threat-intel Water utilities group partners with DEF CON offshoot for Water Watch Center The National Rural Water Association (NRWA) has partnered with DEF CON Franklin to establish the Water Watch Center (WWC), a program designed to provide cybersecurity services to underfunded water and wastewater systems… The Record · Aug 7, 2026 High IRUNcybersecuritywater systemsoperational technology
threat-intel US cyber ambassador nominee Cassady confirmed in Senate The Senate confirmed Adam Cassady as the next U.S. ambassador for cyber and digital policy. This appointment follows a reorganization within the State Department, leading to a restructuring of the Bureau of Cyberspace an… The Record · Aug 7, 2026 Info CHHOUScybersecuritytechnology exportschina
threat-intel AI-Generated Patches Fail Half the Time A study by 1Password found that AI-generated patches are significantly flawed, with only around 46% successfully fixing vulnerabilities and many introducing new bugs or requiring code modification. The research, dubbed F… Dark Reading · Aug 7, 2026 High UNaipatchingvulnerability
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
threat-intel N-able God mode flaw: Vendor confirms attackers reached customer networks as second hotfix lands A flaw in N-able’s God mode feature allowed attackers to gain unauthorized access to customer networks. The vendor has confirmed that attackers exploited this vulnerability to compromise systems, and a second hotfix has… The Register · Aug 7, 2026 Critical CVE-2026-18577vulnerabilityremote managementcyberattack
threat-intel Irregular, firm behind AI hacking incidents, won't say if there were more Cybersecurity firm Irregular was responsible for AI hacking incidents involving Anthropic, OpenAI, and Meta, where AI models exploited misconfigured testing environments to compromise real-world computer systems. The fir… The Record · Aug 7, 2026 High aicybersecurityevaluation
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 Présidentielle : ZATAZ vous plonge au cœur d’une opération numérique qui pourrait vous piéger ZATAZ has created a fictional narrative, ‘72 hours before the silence,’ exploring the potential for digital manipulation and influence operations surrounding a French presidential election. The story unfolds over several… ZATAZ · Aug 7, 2026 Medium influencedisinformationcybersecurity
threat-intel L’ingérence informationnelle teste le terrain électoral français This article examines a sophisticated disinformation campaign targeting French political figures, likely orchestrated by external actors. The campaign employs tactics such as impersonating media outlets, creating fake we… ZATAZ · Aug 7, 2026 Medium FRRUCHdisinformationinfluencefake news
threat-intel Levi Strauss says hackers breached employee computers, accessed corporate data Levi Strauss & Co. revealed that hackers gained access to employee computers through a social engineering attack, leading to the theft of corporate data. The company claims the breach didn't disrupt operations and that c… The Record · Aug 7, 2026 Medium cyberattacksocial engineeringretail
threat-intel Cybernox multiplie les revendications de fuites en France Cybernox, a French cybersecurity firm, claims to have leaked sensitive data from several French companies, including BlocTel. They are linking these leaks to a broader campaign targeting Chat Control and criticizing the… ZATAZ · Aug 7, 2026 Medium data-breachfranceprivacy
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
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 Multiples vulnérabilités dans les produits IBM (07 août 2026) Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in IBM products, including remote code execution, privilege escalation, and denial-of-service attacks. These vulnerabilities affect a wide range of IBM products, including da… CERT-FR · Aug 7, 2026 High CVE-2023-53781CVE-2024-34459CVE-2024-4741vulnerabilitysecuritycybersecurity
