Category data-breaches

Zscaler Acquires SquareX to Enhance Browser Security Without Agents

Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security, Endpoint Security CEO Jay Chaudhry: SquareX Acquisition Aims at Unmanaged Devices and Third-Party Access Michael Novinson (@MichaelNovinson) • February 6, 2026 Jay Chaudhry, founder and CEO of Zscaler (Image: Zscaler) In a strategic move to bolster security for web browsers, Zscaler has acquired SquareX,…

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Firefox Introduces AI Kill Switch for Enhanced User Privacy

Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version of the content, tailored for a US-based audience concerned with cybersecurity: — As artificial intelligence increasingly integrates into the online experience, user sentiments vary widely. While some embrace the convenience of digital assistants, others express unease regarding data privacy and the burden of frequent notifications.…

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Spotify Breach: Android Users Advised to Update App and Change Passwords

In a recent statement, Spotify, a widely used music streaming platform, reported a data breach that has forced the company to alert its Android app users. This breach has raised concerns regarding potential unauthorized access to user accounts, prompting Spotify to recommend immediate upgrades to their app for enhanced security…

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Docker AI Vulnerability Allows Image Metadata to Initiate Attacks

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning , Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development AI Assistant Executes Malicious Commands via Docker Image Metadata Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • February 6, 2026 Image: Poetra.RH/Shutterstock Security researchers have uncovered a significant vulnerability in Docker’s Ask Gordon AI assistant, enabling attackers to execute nefarious commands embedded within…

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2025 Sees Surge in Data Breaches as Financial Institutions Bear the Brunt of Advanced Cyber Attacks

In 2025, the financial services sector emerged as the principal target of cyberattacks, reflecting a troubling trend of increasingly sophisticated and rapid cyber intrusions. The data breaches reported throughout the year reached unprecedented levels, highlighting a critical disparity between advancing digital threats and traditional security measures. Criminals now primarily target…

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PF Chang’s China Bistro Confirms Data Breach Involving Credit and Debit Cards

In a worrying development amidst numerous high-profile data breaches, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro has confirmed a cybersecurity incident affecting its customers’ credit and debit card information. This follows significant breaches reported by other notable entities like eBay, Neiman Marcus, and Michaels Stores, indicating a troubling trend for organizations in the…

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Banks Confront Dual Authentication Challenge Amid Rise of AI Agents

Agentic AI, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Fraud Risk Management Shift from Identity Verification to Understanding Agent Intentions Recommended by Experts Suparna Goswami (gsuparna) • February 6, 2026 Image: Shutterstock As financial institutions rapidly adopt AI agents for autonomously executing transactions and managing accounts, a new challenge has emerged: a “dual…

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Coinbase Confirms Data Breach; Record Ransom in Russia and Other Cybersecurity Updates

Key highlights from the week’s cybersecurity landscape: Coinbase data leak, a significant hack on Step Finance, record ransom demand, and more. Recent developments in cybersecurity have seen notable breaches and attacks, prompting concerns among businesses about the evolving threat landscape. Coinbase reported a breach affecting user data. An individual linked…

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