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Hackers Use “SUBMARINE” Backdoor in Barracuda Email Security Gateway Attacks

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently revealed critical details regarding a sophisticated backdoor malicious software identified as SUBMARINE. This malware has reportedly been employed by threat actors in connection with an exploit targeting Barracuda Email Security Gateway (ESG) appliances, which has raised alarms within the cybersecurity landscape.…

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TSMC Halts Production Following Computer Virus Attack Affecting iPhone Chip Supply

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Faces Disruption Due to Virus Attack Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), a critical player in the semiconductor industry and the exclusive supplier of system-on-chip (SoC) components for Apple’s iPhones and iPads, experienced a significant operational setback following a computer virus outbreak. The incident, which occurred late…

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Aikido Secures $60M in Series B Funding to Expand and Automate AI Penetration Testing

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Governance & Risk Management, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Code Security Innovation Secures $60M Investment amid Rapid Growth Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 19, 2026 Willem Delbare, co-founder and CEO, Aikido Security (Image: Aikido) Aikido Security, a software security startup based in Belgium, has successfully…

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Numerous Vulnerabilities Discovered in Ninja Forms Plugin Expose 800,000 Websites to Risk

Recent security vulnerabilities have been identified within the Ninja Forms plugin for WordPress, allowing potential exploitation by malicious actors to escalate their privileges and access sensitive information. These vulnerabilities, cataloged as CVE-2023-37979, CVE-2023-38386, and CVE-2023-38393, affect versions 3.6.25 and earlier. According to a report from Patchstack, the plugin is utilized…

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TSMC Attributes Production Shutdown to WannaCry Malware Attack

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturer Faces Shutdown Due to Malware Outbreak Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the global leader in semiconductor and processor production, was compelled to halt operations at several fabrication facilities following the infiltration of a computer virus. The incident unfolded over the weekend, raising significant concerns about the company’s…

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Hacker Exposes Personal Data of 30,000 Employees from FBI and DHS

A significant data breach has occurred, reportedly orchestrated by an unidentified hacker who has leaked a substantial repository of sensitive information concerning federal employees. The compromised data includes the personal details of approximately 20,000 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents and 9,000 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers. This breach…

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Risks Associated with Over-the-Air Software Updates for Vehicles

Application Security, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Insights from eSync Alliance Chair Shrikant Acharya on the Impact of Standardization in Preventing Cyber Breaches Brian Pereira (creed_digital) • January 19, 2026 Shrikant Acharya, Chair of eSync Alliance, Co-founder and CTO of Excelfore Corporation In an era where over-the-air (OTA) updates are…

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