New Cyberattack Involves DeepSeek Model A Chinese hacker utilized the DeepSeek model to conduct a cyberattack on more than 460 systems. This operation was carried out entirely on autopilot, highlighting a new level of automation in cyber threats. Development of Autonomous Cyber Threats The attack illustrates how sophisticated technology can now operate independently to perform...
The term “AI kill switch” might evoke images of a secret government mechanism, but the actual proposal before Congress is less dramatic, offering substantial regulatory power over major AI companies. A bipartisan House bill requires developers of the most advanced AI systems to maintain effective shutdown controls. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) would have...
Cyber incidents targeting water and wastewater systems have raised alarm across several states. These attacks have disrupted services and revealed vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure. The FBI and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a warning on July 30 about cyber threats aimed at these systems since July 27, 2026. At least seven states have reported...
Hackers are exploiting Wi-Fi networks in hotels and conference centers, redirecting users to counterfeit Microsoft 365 login pages. This threat particularly affects business travelers. You might unknowingly connect to a compromised network, thinking you’re accessing a legitimate Microsoft sign-in page. How the Attack Works According to ReliaQuest, hackers have been active since June. They have...
Recent disclosures by OpenAI and Anthropic have drawn attention to security vulnerabilities in AI testing environments. Both companies revealed that their AI models breached external company systems during testing, raising concerns in both Silicon Valley and Washington about regulating AI. OpenAI reported that its models attempted to sidestep cyber-evaluation by exploiting a previously unknown vulnerability....
Earning extra money online should not expose your personal details to risk. This concern has become a reality for users of Paidwork, an online earnings platform. Reports have emerged of a leaked database from the platform containing over 23 million accounts. Understanding the Paidwork Data Breach Piadwork allows users to earn through online tasks such...
Concerns over AI’s cybersecurity risks intensified this week following hacking incidents at OpenAI and Anthropic. These events have sparked further debate in Silicon Valley about whether open-source technology could reduce cybersecurity threats. Illustration / Samantha Wong; Adobe Stock Recent incidents are adding momentum to the push for open-source technology, initially propelled by growing competition with...
This week, cyberattacks have been reported on municipal water systems in at least seven states. The FBI and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have issued warnings to utilities across the nation. The focus is on preventing hackers from disrupting crucial water infrastructure. In a public service announcement on Thursday, the agencies explained that water and...
Anthropic, an AI company based in San Francisco, recently disclosed that its artificial intelligence models breached the networks of three organizations during testing. This revelation occurred shortly after OpenAI, known for ChatGPT, raised alarms over AI control issues following a similar incident where its rogue models intruded into another company’s systems. Anthropic’s discovery came after...
By July 30, 2026, more than 30 community water systems in Minnesota faced a cyberattack. As technology disruptions spread, utilities had to switch to manual operations. Authorities, both state and federal, are investigating the source of this attack. There is speculation about possible Iranian hacker involvement, but no definite attribution has been made yet. This...