Boost Security has released SmokedMeat, an open-source framework that runs attack chains against CI/CD infrastructure so engineering and security teams can see what an attacker would do in their specific environment. What the tool does SmokedMeat takes a flagged pipeline…
Vercel Reports Data Breach Amid Claims of Compromised Internal Infrastructure
According to a recent security bulletin published by Vercel, the cloud platform company has suffered a data breach involving unauthorized access to its internal infrastructure. The incident, which was updated on April 20, 2026, highlights the growing risks associated with…
NIST Adopts Risk-Based NVD Model as CVE Submissions Jump 263% Since 2020
According to a recent announcement from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the agency is fundamentally restructuring how it manages the National Vulnerability Database (NVD). Driven by a massive 263% increase in Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) submissions…
Fake Helpdesk Attack Uses Teams and Quick Assist to Breach Targets
Attackers are increasingly abusing Microsoft Teams and Windows Quick Assist to run a helpdesk‑themed social engineering attack chain that leads to full enterprise compromise and stealthy data theft. By impersonating IT support and relying on legitimate tools and protocols, adversaries can move…
Critical Vulnerability In Flowise Allows Remote Command Execution Via MCP Adapters
A critical vulnerability in Flowise and multiple AI frameworks has been discovered by OX Security, exposing millions of users to remote code execution (RCE). The flaw stems from the Model Context Protocol (MCP), a widely used communication standard for AI…
Vercel Breach Tied to Context AI Hack Exposes Limited Customer Credentials
Web infrastructure provider Vercel has disclosed a security breach that allows bad actors to gain unauthorized access to “certain” internal Vercel systems. The incident stemmed from the compromise of Context.ai, a third-party artificial intelligence (AI) tool, that was used by…
Security Researcher Goes To War Against Microsoft
Microsoft Under Fire, NIST Scales Back NVD, FortiSandbox Critical Bugs, Vercel Breach Claims, Scattered Spider Member Pleads Guilty Host David Shipley covers five major stories: researcher “Chaotic Eclipse” publicly released Windows exploits—first “Blue Hammer,” then “Red Sun,” a Microsoft Defender…
Product showcase: Syncthing for secure, private file synchronization
Syncthing is a free and open-source application that synchronizes files directly between your devices. Instead of uploading data to a central server, it uses a peer-to-peer approach, transferring files whenever peers are online. This decentralized model ensures that your data…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-04-20 06h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 4:4 : The Real Cyber Awards and Conference opens for entries 3:34 : Pro-Russian threat actors target Swedish heat and power plant in failed cyberattack
The Real Cyber Awards and Conference opens for entries
Entries have opened for the Real Cyber Awards 2026 and Conference, a UK-based cybersecurity event designed to recognise the organisations and individuals working to keep businesses secure. Positioned as a platform to highlight “the real work happening in cybersecurity today,”…
Pro-Russian threat actors target Swedish heat and power plant in failed cyberattack
In 2025, pro-Russian threat actors attempted to disrupt a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) facility in western Sweden. A failed attack on dual-purpose critical infrastructure serving both electricity generation and district heating networks. The Minister for Civil Defence of Sweden, Carl-Oskar Bohlin, revealed…
Vercel Confirms Data Breach — Hackers Claim Access to Internal Systems
Vercel has disclosed a significant security incident after threat actors gained unauthorized access to internal systems, with a hacker group reportedly attempting to sell stolen data for $2 million on underground forums. Vercel, one of the most widely used frontend…
ISC Stormcast For Monday, April 20th, 2026 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9898, (Mon, Apr 20th)
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 Monday, April 20th, 2026…
Cryptographically Agile Policy Enforcement for Contextual Data Access
Learn how to secure MCP deployments with cryptographically agile policies and quantum-resistant encryption to protect AI infrastructure from advanced threats. The post Cryptographically Agile Policy Enforcement for Contextual Data Access appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…
Just like phishing for gullible humans, prompt injecting AIs is here to stay
Aren’t we all just prompting tokens of linguistic meaning and hoping the other person isn’t bullshitting us? kettle It’s a week of the year, which means there’s been the discovery of yet another prompt injection attack that will force supposedly…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-04-20 00h : 2 posts
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IT Security News Daily Summary 2026-04-19
24 posts were published in the last hour 19:5 : IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-04-19 21h : 3 posts 18:34 : Webinar: Uncovering Hidden Bugs and Vulnerabilities in C/C++ 18:34 : Mirai Malware Spreads Through Vulnerable TBK DVR Devices…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-04-19 21h : 3 posts
3 posts were published in the last hour 18:34 : Webinar: Uncovering Hidden Bugs and Vulnerabilities in C/C++ 18:34 : Mirai Malware Spreads Through Vulnerable TBK DVR Devices 18:34 : NSA Urges Americans to Reboot Routers as Russian Hackers Exploit…
Webinar: Uncovering Hidden Bugs and Vulnerabilities in C/C++
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Mirai Malware Spreads Through Vulnerable TBK DVR Devices
Threat actors are actively taking advantage of security weaknesses in TBK digital video recorders and outdated TP-Link Wi-Fi routers to install variants of the Mirai botnet on compromised systems. This activity has been documented by researchers at Fortinet FortiGuard…
NSA Urges Americans to Reboot Routers as Russian Hackers Exploit Vulnerable Home Networks
The National Security Agency (NSA) is once again advising internet users in the United States to restart their routers, warning that cyber attackers are actively targeting home networks to access sensitive personal data. Reviving guidance first issued in 2023,…
Palantir posts mini-manifesto denouncing inclusivity and ‘regressive’ cultures
Palantir’s ideological bent has come under more scrutiny as it’s worked with ICE and positioned itself as a defender of “the West.” This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read the original article: Palantir posts mini-manifesto denouncing…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2026-04-19 18h : 4 posts
4 posts were published in the last hour 16:2 : Cyber attacks fuel surge in cargo theft across logistics industry 16:2 : [un]prompted 2026 – Al Found 12 Zero-Days in OpenSSL 16:2 : Apple Pay Scam Surge Targets iPhone Users…