Cybersecurity

A security researcher has disclosed Dirty Frag, a new Linux kernel exploit that allows local users to gain root privileges. The flaw affects major distributions and remains unpatched on most systems despite earlier fixes for a similar issue.

May 08, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

A scam campaign called CallPhantom has appeared in 28 applications available on the Google Play store. The apps, which have been downloaded more than 7 million times combined, promised users access to their call logs.

A critical Linux vulnerability known as CopyFail, tracked as CVE-2026-31431, allows attackers to gain root access on systems running kernels since 2017. Publicly released exploit code has heightened risks for data centers and personal devices. Ubuntu's infrastructure has been offline for over a day due to a DDoS attack, hampering security communications.

May 01, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

NHS England is pulling its publicly available software from view due to concerns over AI models capable of hacking. The move reverses long-standing open-source policies for taxpayer-funded code. Security experts call the decision unnecessary and counterproductive.

In 2026, organizations in Colombia face an average of 2,803 weekly cyberattacks, with potential losses up to US$6.3 million per incident. Recent data leaks via third-party providers have exposed sensitive information from BBVA and Nubank clients, as well as from entities like Supersalud and Dian. Experts warn about the vulnerability of these weak links in the security chain.

April 23, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Following last week's unveiling that sparked global alarms, Anthropic has restricted its powerful Mythos AI—adept at finding cybersecurity vulnerabilities—to select firms under Project Glasswing, including Amazon Web Services, Apple, and Google, after an accidental leak raised national security concerns.