Prompt injection problems are escalating as AI browsers grow more powerful. Researchers found vulnerabilities in Comet and Fellou browsers, where hidden commands influenced AI actions. Even OpenAI’s Atlas isn’t immune, making prompt injection a persistent security challenge. So, while AI is getting smarter, it seems it’s also getting sneakier!

Cybercriminals have hacked Oracle E-Business Suite instances, listing Schneider Electric and Emerson as victims. While both companies remain tight-lipped, the Cl0p ransomware gang has allegedly leaked troves of data. Looks like hackers are treating data like potato chips—can’t stop at just one byte!

The Afghan data breach has turned “emails gone wrong” into a new level of disaster. With threats from the Taliban, frantic house raids, and mental health spirals, it’s like a spy thriller minus the popcorn. The UK Ministry of Defence is hoping AI will keep the next email from accidentally turning into a horror sequel.

In the wild west of the internet, keeping your data out of hackers’ hands is the new gold rush. Transfer large files securely by following best practices like encryption and secure networks to keep your info safe. Remember, in the digital world, cybersecurity is everyone’s business, so keep your digital spurs sharp!

Millions of leaked credentials are hanging out on the web like uninvited party guests, thanks to cybercriminals sharing them through Telegram and other channels. Synthient’s sleuthing uncovered 183 million email addresses, debunking the myth of a Gmail breach. Remember, folks, if your password is “123456,” it’s time for an upgrade!

Ransomware payments hit a record low, with only 23% of victims paying in Q3 2025, according to Coveware. Large firms refuse to pay, and mid-sized companies face smaller demands. Experts celebrate this drop, seeing it as progress, though AI-driven attacks could complicate efforts to eliminate cyber extortion entirely.

Gmail breach? More like a breach of context! Google dismissed claims of a massive Gmail hack, blaming recycled credentials and infostealer misunderstandings. The real breach? Sensational headlines. Google assures users its defenses are strong, urging two-step verification for extra peace of mind. So, panic not—your emails are safer than those clickbait stories!

Patch your Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) before it starts handing out malicious updates like candy! The new WSUS vulnerability allows remote code execution without a single click. As if Mondays weren’t terrifying enough, now you have until November 14 to fix this, or risk being the IT equivalent of a horror movie protagonist.

Svenska kraftnät, Sweden’s state-owned power grid operator, confirmed a cyberattack leading to a data breach. While the power grid remains unaffected, the Everest ransomware group claims responsibility, threatening to leak 280 gigabytes of stolen data. Meanwhile, investigators are left scratching their heads, searching for clues, and maybe a Swedish-to-cybercriminal dictionary.

Mass exploitation attacks are back, targeting WordPress sites through vulnerabilities in GutenKit and Hunk Companion plugins. Wordfence has blocked nine million exploit attempts in two weeks. The vulnerabilities allow attackers to install unauthorized plugins, leading to potential site takeover. To avoid becoming a cyber-punchline, update to GutenKit 2.1.1 and Hunk Companion 1.8.6.

Chatbots powered by large language models are inadvertently citing Russian state-linked sources when asked about the war in Ukraine, according to an ISD study. This “LLM grooming” poses a risk of AI undermining sanctions on Moscow-backed media. ChatGPT, for example, provided Russian sources almost three times more often for malicious queries.

Google Chrome’s CVE-2025-2783 vulnerability, exploited by Memento Labs, has birthed a wave of espionage against Russian organizations. Dubbed Operation ForumTroll, it’s like a cyber spy thriller, minus the glamorous gadgets. Instead, it uses phishing emails and malware named LeetAgent to infiltrate targets. Who knew espionage could be so… digital?

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the Navy’s most advanced aircraft carrier, is cruising to the Caribbean to combat drug trafficking. With its cutting-edge tech, it’s either the ultimate drug-busting machine or the world’s most expensive anti-smuggling deterrent. Whichever the case, those drugs won’t see it coming—unless they have radar.

Marks & Spencer has swapped Tata Consultancy Services for a new IT service desk provider, ending a contract amid a year of tech turbulence including a £300 million cyber incident hit. TCS still supports other IT functions for M&S, but the retailer remains tight-lipped about its new IT service desk partner.

X users, brace yourselves! Re-enroll your passkeys and YubiKeys by November 10, 2025, or face account lockout. The platform isn’t holding your accounts hostage—just migrating domains. So, re-enroll for seamless access, or risk a locked-down social life. Remember, disabling 2FA is like leaving your front door open—highly discouraged!

SideWinder is back with a vengeance, targeting European embassies and organizations in South Asia. Their latest trick? Adopting a novel PDF and ClickOnce-based infection chain. It’s like a phishing email masterclass, with malware families like ModuleInstaller and StealerBot waiting to steal your secrets faster than you can say “Adobe Reader update.”

A critical Windows Server Update Services bug, CVE-2025-59287, is the latest cybersecurity hot potato, with threat intel teams sounding alarms while Microsoft remains tight-lipped. Despite Redmond’s emergency patch, the bug is being exploited faster than you can say “unauthenticated attackers.” Brace yourselves—this one’s spreading quicker than office gossip!

The ghosts of hacking past have returned! Memento Labs, formerly Hacking Team, is haunting us again with a Chrome zero-day exploit. Kaspersky links it to the notorious spyware Dante. Just when you thought it was safe to browse, these cyber-phantoms strike. Who knew malware could have such a flair for drama?

Zero Trust Serverless Architecture: Beyond Perimeter Security The days of traditional perimeter security are as outdated as dial-up internet! Zero Trust serverless architecture demands every function call and data access be verified, no matter who asks. By stacking security layers like a defensive lasagna, enterprises can fend off threats like cold start exploitation and AI-powered…

Google did not suffer a data breach, despite sensational claims to the contrary. The confusion arose from a compilation of stolen credentials from various sources, not a Gmail hack. In the latest episode of “Myths and Misunderstandings,” Google’s security remains intact, leaving 183 million accounts to breathe a collective sigh of relief.