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Ransomware Defense Using the Wazuh Open Source Platform
/in General NewsRansomware is malicious software designed to block access to a computer system or encrypt data until a ransom is paid. This cyberattack is one of the most prevalent and damaging threats in the digital landscape, affecting individuals, businesses, and critical infrastructure worldwide.
A ransomware attack typically begins when the malware infiltrates a system through various vectors such as
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Apple Patches 19 WebKit Vulnerabilities
/in General NewsApple has released iOS 26.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.1 with patches for over 100 vulnerabilities, including critical flaws.
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Zscaler Acquires AI Security Company SPLX
/in General NewsSPLX red teaming, asset management, and threat inspection technology will enable Zscaler to expand its Zero Trust Exchange platform.
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China-Linked Hackers Target Cisco Firewalls in Global Campaign
/in General NewsNew reports show China-based hackers are targeting US federal, state, and global government networks via unpatched Cisco firewalls. Get the full details and necessary steps to secure devices.
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SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16 lands – with AI and EU support baked in
/in General NewsAvailable today, the new SLES 16 is ushering in an AI-ready, top-notch Linux server, while emphasizing its benefits for digital sovereignty.
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The best cheap portable power stations of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
/in General NewsI tried out the best budget-friendly portable power stations for camping, workshops, and power outages. Here are my recommendations.
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‘Sales heroics’ won’t save you: How to build scalable, repeatable systems instead
/in General NewsThe traditional sales playbook is failing because of fragmented tools and information systems. Here’s how sales teams can get back on the same page.
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Google’s AI ‘Big Sleep’ Finds 5 New Vulnerabilities in Apple’s Safari WebKit
/in General NewsGoogle’s artificial intelligence (AI)-powered cybersecurity agent called Big Sleep has been credited by Apple for discovering as many as five different security flaws in the WebKit component used in its Safari web browser that, if successfully exploited, could result in a browser crash or memory corruption.
The list of vulnerabilities is as follows –
CVE-2025-43429 – A buffer overflow
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U.S. Prosecutors Indict Cybersecurity Insiders Accused of BlackCat Ransomware Attacks
/in General NewsFederal prosecutors in the U.S. have accused a trio of allegedly hacking the networks of five U.S. companies with BlackCat (aka ALPHV) ransomware between May and November 2023 and extorting them.
Ryan Clifford Goldberg, Kevin Tyler Martin, and an unnamed co–conspirator (aka “Co-Conspirator 1”) based in Florida, all U.S. nationals, are said to have used the ransomware strain against a medical
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Why I strongly recommend these earbuds, even though their audio is subpar
/in General NewsIf you need a pair of earbuds that sound great on phone calls, the OpenRock Link 20 open-air earbuds are some of the best I’ve tested.
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