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  • Google Chrome Releases Urgent Update to Address High-Risk Security Flaw

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    Key Takeaways Critical flaw identified: Google discovered a zero-day vulnerability labeled as CVE-2024-5275, which attackers have already started targeting. Patch available immediately: The latest version of Chrome containing the fix is rolling out worldwide across all major operating systems. User…

  • Cloudflare Thwarts Biggest-Ever DDoS Attack, Strengthening Web Security

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    Key Takeaways Record-breaking attack stopped: Cloudflare mitigated the largest DDoS attack ever recorded, surpassing previous peak levels. Global organizations targeted: Multiple companies across different regions were affected, demonstrating the widespread reach of the cyberattack. Upgraded security protocols effective: Cloudflareโ€™s enhanced…

  • Microsoft Halts Cloud, AI Services to Israeli Military Unit Amid Gaza Surveillance Concerns

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    Key Takeaways Microsoft disables cloud AI services Israel Gaza: The company halted access for an Israeli Defense Forces unit suspected of using Azure AI for surveillance during the Gaza conflict. Internal review drives company decision: Microsoft cited an internal investigation…

  • Marks & Spencer Digital Chief Steps Down After Cyberattack

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    Key Takeaways Cyberattack prompts leadership change: Jeremy Pee steps down as digital chief days after the security breach. Online operations disrupted: The incident temporarily affected Marks & Spencer’s website and app services. Customer data reportedly safe: Early investigations suggest no…

  • FastNetMon Detects Largest-Ever DDoS: 1.5 Billion Packets/Second

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    Key Takeaways Record-breaking DDoS volume: FastNetMon reported 1.5 billion packets per second, surpassing previous known attacks in scale. Targeting European infrastructure: The attack focused on a major European service provider, pushing the limits of current mitigation technology. IoT devices fuel…

  • ChatGPT Vulnerability Could Expose User Data, Experts Warn

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    Key Takeaways Critical ChatGPT flaw confirmed: Experts have verified a security vulnerability in recent versions of the AI chatbot that could allow attackers to access user data. Personal info at potential risk: This flaw may expose conversation histories, login details,…

  • Nvidia Forecasts AI Sales Near $400 Billion by 2028

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    Key Takeaways $400 Billion AI Sales Target: Nvidia projects annual AI-related sales to approach $400 billion by 2028, reflecting significant growth from current revenues. Data Center Growth Drives Outlook: Increased demand for AI infrastructure in cloud computing and enterprise data…

  • GitHub Hit by SEO Poisoning: Chinese Malware Targets Developers

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    Key Takeaways Attackers are using SEO tactics to boost malicious GitHub repositories in search results, increasing the risk of developer downloads. This campaign specifically targets developers seeking open-source scripts or tools, rather than typical end-users. Researchers have linked the operation…

  • Chinese Malware Spreads via GitHub SEO Scam, Targeting Developers

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    Key Takeaways Malware disguised in GitHub projects: Threat actors have uploaded malicious code to repositories with appealing project names designed to attract unsuspecting developers. SEO manipulation increases reach: Attackers use search engine optimization to boost their projects’ visibility, making it…

  • Anthropic Reaches $1.5B Settlement Over AI Copyright Dispute

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    Key Takeaways $1.5 Billion Settlement Finalized: Anthropic will pay $1.5 billion to resolve publisher claims over alleged unauthorized use of copyrighted material in AI training. Legal Dispute Centered on AI Model Training: The lawsuit accused Anthropic of using news articles,…