Cyera Secures $400M Series F to Lead in Agentic AI Security
Cyera raised $400 million to expand R&D and partnerships for AI security; plans to create a control plane for enterprise AI use.
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Cyber Retaliation Risks Rise After US-Venezuela Operation
CISA warns of increased cyber retaliation from China and Russia-linked threat actors following the U.S. military raid in Venezuela; infrastructure operators are advised to prepare for probing and attacks.
Detect and Respond Faster with Elastic & Tines
SOC teams face increasing pressure from evolving threats and limited resources; tools like Elastic and Tines can help detect and respond faster. SOC leaders need more efficient solutions to manage alerts.
ChatGPT Health: Top Privacy, Security, Governance Concerns
OpenAI is developing a health-focused version of ChatGPT that will connect with users' medical records and wellness apps; more than 230 million people use ChatGPT for health-related questions weekly.
Breach Roundup: Firewalls Headed for Obsolesce
Moody's predicts firewalls will become obsolete; Sedgwick confirms a data breach; Romanian power firm and D-Link devices were targeted by cyberattacks.
Webinar | Securing AI and Cloud in OT: Why IT/OT Convergence Is Mission-Critical for Smart Manufacturing
The webinar discusses the importance of securing AI and cloud technologies in operational technology (OT) environments for smart manufacturing. It highlights how IT/OT convergence can enhance security and operations but also poses new cybersecurity...
Britain Debuts Early Revamp of Government Cyber Action Plan
• The British government has unveiled a new cybersecurity plan aimed at improving protections and resilience.
• While experts praise the increased accountability, there are concerns about insufficient funding and enforcement.
Webinar | The Invisible Threat: How Polymorphic Malware is Outsmarting Your Email Security
Polymorphic malware can evade traditional email security measures; organizations need to update their cybersecurity strategies. Credit unions should train employees on recognizing and responding to phishing attempts.
Cryptohack Roundup: Alleged Fraud Kingpin Deported to China
An alleged fraud kingpin was deported to China; Unleash Protocol suffered a $3.9M hack; TRM linked crypto thefts to the LastPass breach.
JumpCloud Grows Presence in Brazil With MSP MacSolution Buy
JumpCloud acquires MSP MacSolution to enhance global services and cloud migration expertise; Sao Paulo, Brazil becomes a strategic hub for Latin American support.
FDA Takes Hands-Off Approach to AI Devices and Software
The FDA will not regulate AI-enabled health wearables and clinical decision support software if they meet certain low-risk criteria; this guidance aims to foster market innovation.
Orca, Wiz End Dueling Lawsuits Over Cloud Security Patents
• Federal board invalidated three of Orca's asserted patents.
• Wiz and Orca Security agreed to dismiss all claims after 30 months of legal disputes.
Cyber Flatlines in FY 2026 Justice, Commerce Spending Bill
• Federal cybersecurity funding remains at 2024 levels for key civilian agencies.
• Lawmakers call for global technology leadership despite increased nation-state cyber threats.
Orthopedic Practice Pays $500K Settlement to NYS in Hack
• An orthopedic practice in upstate New York was hacked, affecting over 650,000 individuals' sensitive information. • The practice agreed to pay a $500,000 settlement and implement stronger security practices.
Deception Tech Snares Shiny Hunter Attacker's IP Address
A honeypot set by a targeted threat intelligence firm caught one of the 'Scattered Lapsus$ Shiny Hunters' hackers, revealing his actual IP address. This incident highlights the effectiveness of deception technology in cybersecurity.
Poison Pill Defense Protects Proprietary AI Data From Theft
Researchers have developed a defense mechanism called 'poison pill' to protect proprietary AI data from theft. This method renders stolen data worthless if used in unauthorized AI systems.
Webinar I CISO to CISO: Measuring and Managing Human Risk
- Discusses the importance of measuring and managing human risk in cybersecurity.
- Highlights the role of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) in addressing these risks.
Australia's Scams Framework Criticized Over Major Exclusions
Australia's proposed Scams Prevention Framework excludes key scam-enabling entities; critics argue this could weaken consumer protection. Treasury submissions call for broader coverage.
Zero Trust for the Age of Autonomous AI Agents - Part 1
Zero trust models fail in the context of autonomous AI agents because they were designed for human-centric security. Traditional zero trust approaches cannot resolve the paradox between utility and least privilege when applied to...
Threats to Critical Infrastructure Expected to Intensify
• Critical infrastructure, including operational technology systems, will face increased attacks from state actors, criminals, and hacktivists.
• These attacks aim to disrupt operations rather than just steal secrets.
FCC Loses Lead Support for Biden-Era IoT Security Labeling
UL Solutions has stepped down as the lead administrator of the FCC's Cyber Trust Mark program; the program now lacks oversight and faces internal security concerns regarding foreign influence.
Why Palo Alto Is Eyeing a $400M Buy of Endpoint Vendor Koi
Palo Alto Networks is considering a $400 million acquisition of Koi, an endpoint security startup. Koi specializes in securing software landscapes and mapping risk at enterprise scale.
Missing MFA Strikes Again: Hacker Hits Collaboration Tools
Dozens of organizations lost terabytes of data and credentials through a malware attack on cloud-based collaboration tools; initial access brokers are involved in selling stolen data.
Nvidia Bets on Reasoning AI for Self-Driving Cars
Nvidia launches Alpamayo models for autonomous vehicles and Rubin platform; Mercedes Benz CLA will feature the technology in the US this year.
Conduent Hack Victim Count Soars by at Least 50%
The breach at Conduent affected nearly 14.8 million Texans; the victim count has increased after a new regulatory disclosure by the company.