Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Nation-State Hackers Escalate Attacks on U.S. Defense Industrial Base, Report Finds Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • February 10, 2026 Image: Ramunas Bruzas/Shutterstock A recent threat intelligence report by Google reveals a concerning trend of escalating cyberattacks aimed at the U.S. defense industrial base.…
Microsoft’s February 2026 Patch Tuesday Addresses 54 Vulnerabilities, Including Six Zero-Day Flaws In a significant update, Microsoft has rolled out its February 2026 Patch Tuesday, which addresses 54 vulnerabilities across its software ecosystem, six of which qualify as critical zero-day vulnerabilities. This timely intervention is vital for organizations that rely…
The recent resurgence of IoT malware variants, specifically those derived from the infamous Mirai botnet, presents a significant cybersecurity threat. Although the original creators of Mirai have been apprehended, its code remains publicly accessible, enabling cybercriminals to exploit its vulnerabilities. Hackers have leveraged this botnet to covertly build networks of…
Cybersecurity Alert: TxTag Exposes 1.2 Million Credit Card Details In a troubling development within the cybersecurity realm, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has come under scrutiny for its electronic toll collection system, TxTag, which has allegedly exposed sensitive personal and financial information of approximately 1.2 million users. Security researcher…
Endpoint Security Microsoft Introduces Two New Desktop Security Initiatives Greg Sirico • February 10, 2026 Image: Shutterstock Microsoft has announced significant updates to its Windows operating system aiming to bolster runtime security and enhance user awareness regarding app permissions on sensitive desktop resources, such as files, cameras, and microphones. As…
Security Breach at Colorado Children’s Eye Care Clinic: Data Vulnerability Exposed On February 10, 2026, a proposed class-action lawsuit was filed in Colorado’s federal district court, alleging that a children’s eye care clinic in Colorado, along with its medical billing provider, had neglected to adequately protect sensitive patient and customer…
On Thursday, Google announced a series of initiatives aimed at bolstering the vulnerability management landscape and enhancing transparency regarding exploitation. The company underscored the ongoing risks associated with vulnerabilities, emphasizing that even after being discovered and patched, threats can linger due to various factors within the ecosystem. “Zero-day vulnerabilities may…
Cybersecurity Incident: Hacking of Washington D.C. Police Surveillance Cameras In a significant cybersecurity breach, a pair of Romanian nationals successfully compromised approximately 70% of the computers controlling the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department’s surveillance camera network earlier this year. This incident unfolded just days before the inauguration of President Donald…
Although Pride Month does not officially start until June 1, 2026, cybersecurity experts have already noted a rise in phishing attacks targeting employees with Pride-themed emails, indicating that scammers are capitalizing on upcoming events well ahead of time. Organizations are currently facing a phishing campaign leveraging Pride Month and diversity…