Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Data Security, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Former Mandiant Executive Bill Robbins Aims to Advance Browser-Based AI Security Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • February 27, 2026 Bill Robbins, CEO, Menlo Security (Image: Menlo Security) Menlo Security has appointed Bill Robbins, a seasoned leader from Mandiant, as…
This week underscored a critical lesson: minor oversights can lead to significant consequences. Tools designed to streamline operations quickly become vulnerabilities when basic protections are disregarded. Attackers didn’t rely on sophisticated methods; they exploited existing exposure and acted swiftly in environments lacking adequate defenses. The scale of the attacks exacerbated…
Emerging Cyber Threats: A Week in Review In the swiftly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the distinctions between routine updates and significant breaches are increasingly blurred. Systems that once appeared secure are now subject to relentless challenges posed by new artificial intelligence tools, interconnected devices, and intricate automated systems. These innovations…
OpenClaw Enhances Security of AI Skills Marketplace Through Partnership with VirusTotal OpenClaw, the platform formerly known as Moltbot and Clawdbot, has officially announced its collaboration with VirusTotal, a subsidiary of Google, to enhance the security protocols surrounding the skills uploaded to its ClawHub marketplace. This partnership marks a significant step…
Cybersecurity Update: AI-Powered Attack on Fortinet Firewalls and Other Breaches In a recent development in the cybersecurity landscape, a financially motivated threat actor, reportedly Russian-speaking, has leveraged commercial AI toolkits to compromise over 600 Fortinet firewalls. This operation was first identified by the AWS security team, indicating that the activity…
Cisco Issues Warning Over Severe Vulnerabilities in EoL Routers Cisco has disclosed two critical security vulnerabilities affecting its end-of-life (EoL) Small Business RV016, RV042, RV042G, and RV082 routers. Despite acknowledging the availability of proof-of-concept exploits, the company has confirmed that it will not issue any updates to address these security…
Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Endpoint Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Router Manufacturer Accused of Engaging in a Smear Campaign David Perera (@daveperera) • February 18, 2026 Image: Skrypnykov Dmytro/Shutterstock The Texas attorney general has filed a lawsuit against Wi-Fi router manufacturer TP-Link Systems, alleging violations of state consumer protection laws.…
Cybersecurity Alert: CCleaner Hack Targets Major Tech Firms A group of unidentified hackers recently compromised the download server of CCleaner, a widely used system optimization application, to distribute a harmful version of the software. This malicious version affected at least 20 significant technology companies, functioning as a conduit for a…
New Cryptographic Vulnerability: DUHK A recent cryptographic vulnerability known as DUHK, which stands for “Don’t Use Hard-coded Keys,” has emerged as a significant concern for VPN and web browsing security. This non-trivial flaw could enable attackers to extract encryption keys, potentially compromising sensitive data. The DUHK vulnerability follows closely on…
