Critical Vulnerability Resurfaces in Oracle WebLogic Server Earlier this month, Oracle issued a patch addressing a significant Java deserialization remote code execution vulnerability in its WebLogic Server component, part of the Fusion Middleware suite. This flaw, identified as CVE-2018-2628, poses a severe threat, potentially allowing attackers to gain complete control…
Recent developments within U.S. immigration enforcement agencies indicate a troubling shift in tactics that could have significant implications for civil liberties and public safety. Echoing the adage that “war is politics by other means,” state-sponsored violence—specifically actions taken by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)—has escalated under the guidance of White…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development, Threat Detection Agents Enhance Digital Risk Protection and Open-Source Intelligence in Regulated Environments Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 29, 2026 Alex Dhillon, founder and CEO of Outtake (Image: Outtake) A startup founded by a former Palantir engineer has secured $40…
Data Breach at Canada Computers & Electronics Exposes Customer Information Canada Computers & Electronics has reported a data breach affecting some of its customers, generating significant concern among those impacted due to the lack of detailed information provided by the retailer. Affected individuals and cybersecurity professionals alike have expressed dissatisfaction…
A critical security vulnerability has been identified within the WooCommerce Stripe Gateway plugin for WordPress, permitting potential unauthorized access to sensitive user information. This flaw, designated as CVE-2023-34000, affects versions up to 7.4.0 and was rectified in version 7.4.1, released on May 30, 2023. The WooCommerce Stripe Gateway plugin, integral…
A recent case underscores the persistent threat posed by cybersecurity breaches, particularly within government systems. **Konrads Voits**, a young hacker from Ypsilanti, Michigan, has been sentenced to over seven years in prison for attempting to breach the Washtenaw County Jail’s computer system. His objective was to manipulate prison records in…
Security Professionals Settle Lawsuit Following Unauthorized Arrest During Courthouse Assessment Two security experts, arrested in 2019 while conducting a sanctioned security evaluation of a courthouse in Iowa, have agreed to a $600,000 settlement in a lawsuit alleging wrongful arrest and defamation. Gary DeMercurio and Justin Wynn, penetration testers affiliated with…
United Airlines Targeted in Data Breach Linked to China-Backed Hackers In a significant cybersecurity incident, United Airlines has fallen victim to a sophisticated cyberattack attributed to a group of hackers believed to have ties to the Chinese government. This group is notably responsible for several high-profile breaches, including the notorious…
HIPAA/HITECH, Litigation, Standards, Regulations & Compliance Comstar Settles HIPAA Allegations with $75K Payment Related to 2022 Breach Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • January 29, 2026 Ambulance billing firm Comstar will pay a total of $515,000 to Massachusetts and Connecticut to settle allegations of HIPAA and state data privacy infringements stemming…
