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What is the Role of Provable Randomness in Cybersecurity?
The article highlights the critical importance of random number generation in cryptographic security, particularly as organizations transition to quantum-resistant algorithms. It emphasizes the need to scrutinize the randomness that supports these algorithms to ensure robust security. Read Original »
Dark Reading News Desk Turns 10, Back at Black Hat USA for 2025
Dark Reading's News Desk is celebrating its 10th anniversary at Black Hat USA 2025, offering interviews and insights into the latest cybersecurity research without the need to travel to Las Vegas. This initiative aims to keep the cybersecurity community informed about important developments in the field. Read Original »
Gen Z in the Crosshairs: Cybercriminals Shift Focus to Young, Digital-Savvy Workers
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting Gen Z workers, who are characterized as young and digital-savvy. This shift raises the question of whether Gen Z should be considered a distinct attack surface within organizations. Read Original »
Cursor AI Code Editor Fixed Flaw Allowing Attackers to Run Commands via Prompt Injection
A high-severity security flaw in the Cursor AI code editor has been disclosed, allowing potential remote code execution through prompt injection. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-54135, has been patched in version 1.3 released on July 29, 2025. Read Original »
LLMs' AI-Generated Code Remains Wildly Insecure
The article highlights that only about half of the code generated by large language models (LLMs) is secure, indicating a significant security debt in AI-generated code. As the volume of such code increases, the potential for vulnerabilities also rises. Read Original »
In Other News: Microsoft Probes ToolShell Leak, Port Cybersecurity, Raspberry Pi ATM Hack
Microsoft is investigating a potential leak of the ToolShell exploit, which may have occurred through the MAPP program. Additionally, there are reports highlighting issues related to port cybersecurity and an ATM hacking attempt involving a physical backdoor. Read Original »
Male-Dominated Cyber Industry Still Holds Space for Women With Resilience
The article highlights the challenges women face in the male-dominated cybersecurity industry, emphasizing the importance of passion and resilience for those seeking to enter the field. Jessica Sica, a CISO, notes that standing out among numerous applicants requires a genuine love for the industry. Read Original »
Building the Perfect Post-Security Incident Review Playbook
The article emphasizes the importance of creating a safe environment for open discussions about security incidents. By prioritizing human context and involving diverse stakeholders, organizations can enhance their resilience in the face of such incidents. Read Original »
Attackers Use Fake OAuth Apps with Tycoon Kit to Breach Microsoft 365 Accounts
Cybersecurity researchers have reported that threat actors are using fake Microsoft OAuth applications to impersonate legitimate enterprises, enabling them to harvest credentials and execute account takeover attacks. These fraudulent applications mimic well-known companies such as RingCentral, SharePoint, Adobe, and Docusign. Read Original »
New 'Shade BIOS' Technique Beats Every Kind of Security
The article discusses a new technique called 'Shade BIOS' that allows malware to operate independently of an operating system, raising concerns about detection and mitigation. This advancement poses significant challenges for cybersecurity measures, as traditional methods may not be effective against such threats. Read Original »
Microsoft Boosts .NET Bounty Program Rewards to $40,000
Microsoft has increased the rewards for its .NET Bounty Program to a maximum of $40,000 for valid reports detailing remote code execution or elevation of privilege bugs. This initiative aims to enhance security by encouraging researchers to report vulnerabilities in the .NET framework. Read Original »
ISC2 Launches New Security Certificate for AI Expertise
ISC2 is introducing a new certification program consisting of six courses aimed at equipping professionals with essential AI security knowledge. The curriculum will include critical topics such as AI fundamentals, ethics, and associated risks to meet the increasing demand for expertise in AI security. Read Original »
GITEX GLOBAL 2025
The article discusses the upcoming GITEX GLOBAL 2025 event, highlighting its significance in the tech industry and the focus on innovations in cybersecurity. It emphasizes the importance of addressing emerging threats and the role of various stakeholders in enhancing security measures. Read Original »
Russian Cyberspies Target Foreign Embassies in Moscow via AitM Attacks: Microsoft
Russian state-sponsored hackers, identified as APT Secret Blizzard, have targeted foreign embassies in Moscow using ISP-level AitM attacks to deploy malware on diplomatic devices. This highlights a significant cybersecurity threat to international diplomatic operations. Read Original »
CISA Releases Free Thorium Malware Analysis Tool
The CISA has released a free tool named Thorium that enhances the capabilities of cybersecurity teams in analyzing malware. This tool integrates various commercial, open-source, and custom tools to improve malware analysis processes. Read Original »