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Severe Erlang/OTP SSH Vulnerability (CVSS 10.0) Enables Unauthenticated Code Execution

A serious security vulnerability has been identified within the SSH implementation of the Erlang/Open Telecom Platform (OTP), which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code without requiring prior authentication under specific circumstances. Designated as CVE-2025-32433, this flaw has been assigned a maximum CVSS score of 10.0. Researchers from Ruhr…

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New Variant of ESXiArgs Ransomware Surfaces Following CISA’s Release of Decryptor Tool

Recent developments have unfolded in the realm of cybersecurity following the release of a decryptor by the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to assist victims of ESXiArgs ransomware attacks. Cybercriminals have responded with an updated variant that has been observed to encrypt a greater volume of data, complicating…

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Trump Advocates for AI in Education Amid FTC Investigation into Risks

White House Launches AI Education Initiative Amid FTC Concerns Over Chatbot Risks Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • September 5, 2025 Image: VideoFlow/Shutterstock The White House has initiated its Presidential Artificial Intelligence Challenge, aiming to broaden the integration of AI in educational settings as the academic year commences. This move coincides with…

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YouTube Game Cheats Distribute Arcane Stealer Malware to Russian-Speaking Users

New Malware Targeting Gamers: Arcane Stealer Discovered Recent reports have surfaced regarding a new strain of malware known as Arcane, disseminated through YouTube videos that advertise game cheats. This unique malware, particularly concerning for its sophisticated data collection methods, appears to primarily target Russian-speaking users, signaling a new wave of…

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Managing Data Privacy Risks in Biotech: Insights from 23andMe’s Downfall

In March 2025, 23andMe, a notable player in the biotech sector known for genetic testing, declared Chapter 11 bankruptcy, exposing the vulnerabilities that surround firms handling sensitive genetic data. This drastic step followed a credential-stuffing attack in 2023, which compromised the genetic information of approximately 6.4 million users. As the…

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Active Exploit: CVE-2025-24054 Targets NTLM Credentials During File Downloads

On Thursday, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) announced the addition of a medium-severity security vulnerability in Microsoft Windows to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. This decision follows reports indicating that the flaw is actively being exploited in real-world scenarios. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-24054, received a…

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Chinese Tonto Team Hackers’ Second Attempt to Breach Cybersecurity Firm Group-IB Fizzles Out

In June 2022, the advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as Tonto Team attempted to breach the cybersecurity firm Group-IB, although the attack was thwarted. Based in Singapore, Group-IB reported that it successfully detected and blocked a wave of phishing emails aimed at its employees, marking the second attempt on…

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ID.me Secures $340M in Series E Funding to Expand and Combat Deepfake Fraud

Access Management, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Identity & Access Management Series E Funding at $2B Valuation Drives Fraud Defense and Identity Technology Expansion Michael Novinson ( @MichaelNovinson) • September 5, 2025 Image: Shutterstock ID.me, a digital identity provider founded by a former U.S. Army platoon leader, has secured $340…

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