OpenClaw targets ClawHub users Notepad++ update delivers malware APT28 attackers abuse Microsoft Office zero-day Get the show notes here: Huge thanks to our sponsor, Strike48 It’s no secret that AI is only as good as the data available to it.…
Oracle Plans $50bn Fund Raise For AI Facilities
Oracle begins $25bn bond offering as first step in plans to raise $45bn to $50bn this year to fund ambitious AI cloud rollout This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Oracle Plans $50bn Fund Raise…
OpenClaw AI Agent Skills Abused by Threat Actors to Deliver Malware
Hundreds of malicious skills designed to deliver trojans, infostealers, and backdoors disguised as legitimate automation tools. VirusTotal has uncovered a significant malware distribution campaign targeting OpenClaw, a rapidly growing personal AI agent ecosystem. OpenClaw, previously known as Clawdbot and briefly…
Hikvision Wireless Access Points Vulnerability Enables Malicious Command Execution
A critical authenticated command execution vulnerability has been disclosed affecting multiple Hikvision Wireless Access Point (WAP) models. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-0709, stems from insufficient input validation in device firmware, potentially allowing attackers with valid credentials to execute arbitrary commands…
Malicious App on The Google Play with 50K+ Downloads Deploy Anatsa Banking Malware
A dangerous banking malware called Anatsa has been discovered spreading through the Google Play Store, reaching more than fifty thousand downloads before detection. The malicious application was cleverly hidden as a document reader, making it appear harmless to unsuspecting users…
Mozilla Adds One-Click Option to Disable Generative AI Features in Firefox
Mozilla on Monday announced a new controls section in its Firefox desktop browser settings that allows users to completely turn off generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) features. “It provides a single place to block current and future generative AI features in…
Open-source attacks move through normal development workflows
Software development relies on a steady flow of third-party code, automated updates, and fast release cycles. That environment has made the software supply chain a routine point of entry for attackers, with malicious activity blending into normal build and deployment…
Why boards must prioritize non-human identity governance
Boards of Directors (BoDs) do three things exceptionally well when cyber is framed correctly. They set risk appetite, they allocate capital, and they demand evidence that the business can withstand disruption without losing momentum. Why cyber keeps becoming a board…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: February 3, 2026
Application Security Engineer Liebherr Group | Germany | Hybrid – View job details As an Application Security Engineer, you will As an Application Security Engineer, you will implement and automate application security testing, perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, and…
Product showcase: 2FAS Auth – Free, open-source 2FA for iOS
Online accounts usually rely on a password, but passwords alone can be weak if they’re reused, easily guessed, or stolen. Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a second layer of verification, usually a six-digit code generated by an app on your phone.…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-02-03 06h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 5:4 : Notepad++ Hosting Breach Attributed to China-Linked Lotus Blossom Hacking Group 4:32 : Italy Steps Up Cyber Defenses as Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics Approach
Notepad++ Hosting Breach Attributed to China-Linked Lotus Blossom Hacking Group
A China-linked threat actor known as Lotus Blossom has been attributed with medium confidence to the recently discovered compromise of the infrastructure hosting Notepad++. The attack enabled the state-sponsored hacking group to deliver a previously undocumented backdoor codenamed Chrysalis to…
Italy Steps Up Cyber Defenses as Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics Approach
Inside a government building in Rome, located opposite the ancient Aurelian Walls, dozens of cybersecurity professionals have been carrying out continuous monitoring operations for nearly a year. Their work focuses on tracking suspicious discussions and coordination activity taking place…
WhatsApp Replaces C++ Code To RUST As Shield Billion Users
WhatsApp recently announced a massive architectural shift, replacing legacy code with Rust to protect users. This deployment marks… The post WhatsApp Replaces C++ Code To RUST As Shield Billion Users appeared first on Hackers Online Club. This article has been…
Notepad++ Hack Detailed Along With the IoCs and Custom Malware Used
A sophisticated espionage campaign attributed to the Chinese Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group Lotus Blossom (also known as Billbug). The threat actors compromised the infrastructure hosting the popular text editor Notepad++ to deliver a custom, previously undocumented backdoor named “Chrysalis”.…
Configuring WS-Federation Single Sign-on for Resources
Learn how to configure WS-Federation SSO for enterprise resources. A deep dive into identity delegation, claim mapping, and securing legacy apps for engineering leaders. The post Configuring WS-Federation Single Sign-on for Resources appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
Is the Online Account Service Still Available?
Struggling with auth downtime? Learn why your online account service might be failing and how to implement Enterprise SSO and CIAM for 99.9% availability. The post Is the Online Account Service Still Available? appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-02-03 03h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 2:4 : ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9792, (Tue, Feb 3rd) 2:4 : A slippery slope: Beware of Winter Olympics scams and other cyberthreats
ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9792, (Tue, Feb 3rd)
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original article: ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026…
A slippery slope: Beware of Winter Olympics scams and other cyberthreats
It’s snow joke – sporting events are a big draw for cybercriminals. Make sure you’re not on the losing side by following these best practices. This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: A slippery slope: Beware…
Department of Know: CISA’s cryptography categories, Gottumukkala’s ChatGPT gotcha, NTLM says goodbye
Link to episode page This week’s Department of Know is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with guests Steve Zalewski, co-host, Defense in Depth, and Nick Espinosa, host, The Deep Dive Radio Show Thanks to our show sponsor, Devo/Strike 48 Strike48 is…
Notepad++ hijacking blamed on Chinese Lotus Blossom crew behind Chrysalis backdoor
The group targets telecoms, critical infrastructure – all the usual high-value orgs Security researchers have attributed the Notepad++ update hijacking to a Chinese government-linked espionage crew called Lotus Blossom (aka Lotus Panda, Billbug), which abused weaknesses in the update infrastructure…
10 must-have security technologies in 2026
<p>The ever-evolving threat landscape looks particularly ominous to security executives scanning the 2026 horizon.</p> <p>CISOs and their teams are bracing for more sophisticated, challenging and targeted <a href=”https://www.techtarget.com/searchsecurity/feature/AI-powered-attacks-What-CISOSs-need-to-know-now”>AI-enabled cyberattacks</a>. They’re anticipating more geopolitically motivated attacks. And they’re seeing their organizations’…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-02-03 00h : 3 posts
3 posts were published in the last hour 22:55 : IT Security News Daily Summary 2026-02-02 22:34 : MoltBot Skills exploited to distribute 400+ malware packages in days 22:33 : Infostealers without borders: macOS, Python stealers, and platform abuse