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JFrog researchers found eight malicious NPM packages using 70 layers of obfuscation to steal data from Chrome browser users on Windows. The attack highlights a growing threat to developers. Cybersecurity researchers from JFrog Security Research have discovered eight malicious NPM packages. These packages are designed to attack Windows users on the Google Chrome browser and steal personal data. These packages are a clear example of what is known as a supply chain attack, a growing risk in the software industry. This kind of attack happens when malicious code is secretly injected into a legitimate part of the software development process,…

Julia, can you tell us a bit about yourself? I’m a system architect in the Quantum Network Security Products department. My main responsibilities focus on building system solutions and related architectural work, but I’m also very passionate about promoting a culture of modern software development and knowledge sharing. Another area I’m deeply invested in is cryptography. Recently, I also joined the patent technical team, which has opened up exciting new opportunities for me. What led to your decision to join Check Point? Working at the same company for many years definitely has its benefits — it helps build a career,…

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), alongside public and private sector partners, is working with Nevada officials to respond to an August 24 cyberattack that disrupted essential state services. While the investigation into the Nevada cyberattack continues, CISA is prioritizing the restoration of networks supporting lifesaving and critical services, as well as the rebuilding of affected systems. The nation’s lead cybersecurity agency provides integral cybersecurity support at the state and local levels in enhancing operational collaboration, strengthening defenses, and directing resources for maximum impact. The agency has cybersecurity experts embedded in communities nationwide, offering various no-cost services to…

AI-Powered Cyber Crime Raises Worldwide Alarm Bells. A new report from Anthropic, an AI startup backed by Amazon and Google, revealed a major shift in the cybercrime landscape. Through the use of Anthropic’s own AI model (Claude) and coding agent (Claude Code), an unnamed hacker was able to carry out an “unprecedented” cybercrime spree. This event signals the beginning of a new era of AI-enabled cybercrime that has the potential to become more sophisticated and accessible. Satish Swargam, Principal Security Consultant at Black Duck, noted that “Hackers are known to use sophisticated tools to launch cyber attacks, and Anthropic’s recent…

In a world where transactions occur smoothly across borders and platforms, the need for robust fraud and risk management strategies has become critical. As technology advances, so do the tactics used by malefactors, and businesses need to stay one step ahead to protect their assets and reputation. Central to these strategies is the concept of identity verification, a valuable tool in the arsenal against fraud. Identity verification is the process of confirming that an individual is who they claim to be, typically through verifying personal information, documents, biometric data, or a combination thereof. By authenticating the identity of customers, users, or partners,…

Operational technology (OT) security is no longer a niche concern—it’s front and center in today’s cyber conversations. At Black Hat this year, OT had a real moment, signaling that protecting critical infrastructure has finally caught the broader security community’s attention. Rick Kaun, global director of cybersecurity services at Rockwell Automation, unpacks what makes OT security so different—and why “think global, act local” is more than a catchphrase. Kahn traces his 25-year journey through the evolution of OT security, noting how IT-style controls don’t simply map onto industrial systems. A misconfigured patch or a routine reboot might be an inconvenience in…

People trying to access BBC iPlayer with Proton VPN, whether on vacation outside the UK, or on a restricted network such as at work or school, don’t usually have a problem. Proton VPN is a quality provider with strong accessing capabilities, and iPlayer isn’t one of the trickier platforms to access; however, issues can still arise, such as a cookie file on your device that includes your real location, or a VPN leak. In this guide, we’ll list all the most common problems and some easy solutions for each. Afterwards, we’ll dive into some solid Proton VPN alternatives that work…

Attackers have learned how to trick machine learning malware detectors with small but clever code changes, and researchers say they may finally have an answer. In a new paper, academics from Inria and the CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security describe a framework that can withstand these kinds of evasion attempts. Their work focuses on adversarial examples in malware detection, where attackers alter software in ways that preserve its function but confuse the model into thinking it is safe. Why machine learning models fail Traditional antivirus tools depend on signatures such as file hashes or known indicators, which leaves them…

In brief Eric Trump told the Bitcoin Asia conference that Bitcoin marks the first time finance has “no disparity” between socioeconomic classes. Trump also spoke of sovereign wealth funds, Fortune 500 companies, and nation states driving adoption. His remarks highlight a tension between Bitcoin’s populist narrative and elite accumulation, observers told Decrypt. Speaking at the Bitcoin Asia conference in Hong Kong on Friday, Eric Trump, son of U.S. President Donald Trump, argued that Bitcoin marks the first time in the history of finance where “there is no disparity between socioeconomic classes.”In a fireside chat, Trump shared remarks on how his…