Specialized Cyber Security Search

3+ hour, 36+ min ago   (1407+ words) A Windows security feature designed to warn users about potentially dangerous downloads has been bypassed in real-world attacks, prompting Microsoft to release a fix as part of its October 2026 Patch Tuesday updates. The vulnerability affects Windows Shell and can allow…...

3+ hour, 36+ min ago   (1277+ words) Part of the confusion starts with terminology. Modern PCs generally use UEFI firmware rather than the old legacy BIOS, though the two terms are still used interchangeably. Windows interfaces still refer to BIOS settings in some places, so many users…...

23+ min ago   (134+ words) WNEM MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM) - MyMichigan Health is investigating claims of data theft. According to MyMichigan Health, a group identifying itself as MetaEncryptor made claims, and MyMichigan Health has engaged an independent cybersecurity incident response firm, Mandiant. MyMichigan Health is also…...

37+ min ago   (335+ words) Anne Arundel County officials said Thursday that they are investigating after they “detected irregular activity” on some systems within the county’s computer network on Aug. 28. An “unauthorized actor” successfully accessed a “limited number” of systems within the county network and…...

10+ hour, 57+ min ago   (257+ words) Galaxy S26 FE's Galaxy AI features Industry critics argue that AI companies aren't doing enough to avoid muddying the waters between human-made and AI-generated content. Consumers and enterprises alike are exposed to an increasing number of deepfakes. To combat fake content,…...

13+ min ago   (482+ words) Ballard Spahr recently co-hosted the 2026 Colorado Privacy Summit with Zaviant. The event brought together thought leaders and decision-makers in privacy and cybersecurity to discuss key issues, with a focus on AI ethics in the legal profession, AI governance and security,…...

7+ hour, 28+ min ago   (292+ words) With powerful AI tools now widely accessible, even inexperienced criminals can mimic seasoned professionals. Fabricated voices, documents, and live video calls are polished enough to pass expert scrutiny, blurring the line between real and fake in ways the industry has…...

2+ hour, 47+ min ago   (578+ words) Who's to blame for most security incidents? People -- that's the conclusion of multiple reports, surveys and studies. "The evidence is overwhelming: Insider threats, credential misuse and user-driven errors account for most security incidents," wrote the authors of "The State of…...

4+ hour, 36+ min ago   (716+ words) Founded in 2016, Innoviz initially focused on supplying 3D lidar sensors for autonomous driving. Cegla said the company has worked with automotive customers including BMW, Volkswagen, Daimler Truck and Mobileye, and that BMW vehicles using Innoviz technology began launching in 2024. Volkswagen is…...

26+ min ago   (642+ words) As AI takes over more work, human leadership becomes more important Apple unveils HomeView smart display in renewed home push AI could ‘change the stakes’ on bioweapons: UK spy chief Canada’s shrinking workforce puts technology and productivity in the spotlight…...