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Organizations are under threat as Akira ransomware operators intensify attacks on SonicWall firewall SSL VPN services. The attacks began in mid‑July 2025 and accelerated rapidly. Evidence suggests a likely zero‑day vulnerability, though credential-based access remains a possible entry method. Timeline and Scope Attacks spiked around July 15, with multiple companies targeted within hours. Researchers noted…
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OpenAI is gearing up to launch its next flagship model, GPT‑5, likely in early August 2025. At the same time, the company plans to release its first open weight models since GPT‑2. These open offerings, named gpt‑oss‑20b and gpt‑oss‑120b, have already appeared on HuggingFace ahead of official release. Unified Intelligence: GPT‑5 and Beyond GPT‑5 aims…
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A high-severity flaw called CurXecute has been discovered in the AI-based Cursor IDE. This vulnerability affects all versions before 1.3 and allows prompt injection attacks that can lead to full remote code execution. Attackers can run commands as if they were the developer. Researchers reported the flaw on July 7, 2025, and Cursor issued a…
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Hackers tried to break into a bank’s system using a device the size of a credit card. They planted a 4G‑enabled Raspberry Pi in the network powering the ATM system. The bank’s internal network became vulnerable, but experts blocked the attempt. How the Attack Unfolded Stealth Tactics Employed Attackers used advanced techniques to hide their tracks:…
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Microsoft has updated its security rewards program to include larger payouts for .NET-related vulnerabilities. The .NET bug bounty now pays researchers up to $40,000 for critical flaws like remote code execution or privilege escalation. The updated program reflects Microsoft’s growing focus on community-driven security improvements. Microsoft Expands the Program’s Scope The bounty program now covers…
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Elon Musk’s social media platform X has criticized the UK’s Online Safety Act, calling it a threat to free speech. In a recent statement, the company warned that the law’s wide scope could lead to excessive censorship under the guise of child protection. Age Checks Now Mandatory in the UK As of last Friday, social…
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The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a new AI task force. Its goal is to modernize operations, boost regulatory capabilities, and drive innovation. The move marks a big step in the agency’s digital transformation. It also shows rising interest in using AI for financial oversight. Valerie Szczepanik Appointed Chief AI Officer Valerie…
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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has unveiled an ambitious vision to deliver “personal superintelligence for everyone,” signaling a new phase in the company’s AI strategy. The bold statement comes as Meta beats investor expectations in its latest quarterly earnings report and doubles down on its infrastructure to support AI development. Zuckerberg Predicts Superintelligence Within Reach In…
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Delta Air Lines has denied accusations that it uses artificial intelligence to set flight prices based on individual consumer data. The airline issued a statement clarifying that its AI pricing tools do not create custom prices for each passenger, despite rising political pressure and public scrutiny. Senators Question AI Pricing Ethics Democratic Senators Ruben Gallego,…
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Brazil’s antitrust watchdog CADE has launched an investigation into Microsoft following a formal complaint from Norwegian browser company Opera. The case, announced Thursday, centers around allegations of unfair competition involving Microsoft Edge and the tech giant’s AI-powered Jumpstart initiative. Opera Claims Microsoft Shuts Out Rivals Opera filed the complaint on Tuesday, accusing Microsoft of anti-competitive…