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MuddyWater cyber campaign adds new backdoors in latest wave of attacks

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MuddyWater cyber campaign adds new backdoors in latest wave of attacks - Help Net Security
The MuddyWater cyber campaign uses new backdoors, loaders and credential stealers in targeted attacks on Israeli orgs, according to ESET.
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December 2, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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How a noisy ransomware intrusion exposed a long-term espionage foothold

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How a noisy ransomware intrusion exposed a long-term espionage foothold - Help Net Security
Getting breached by two cyber attack groups is a nightmare scenario for any organization, but can result in an unexpected silver lining.
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December 2, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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Product showcase: UserLock IAM for Active Directory

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Product showcase: UserLock IAM for Active Directory - Help Net Security
UserLock adds MFA, contextual access, SSO and session control for Active Directory, securing logons, SaaS access without overhaul.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Attackers keep finding new ways to fool AI

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Attackers keep finding new ways to fool AI - Help Net Security
AI development is accelerating while safety controls lag, creating risks that security leaders must manage through layered defenses.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:56 AM
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The collapse of trust at the identity layer

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The collapse of trust at the identity layer - Help Net Security
Identity verification faces rising threats as AI fraud grows, forcing organizations to update tools, training, and automation.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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Cybersecurity jobs available right now: December 2, 2025

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Cybersecurity jobs available right now: December 2, 2025 - Help Net Security
Here are the worldwide cybersecurity job openings available as of December 2, 2025, including on-site, hybrid, and remote roles.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:02 AM
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Cryptomixer crypto laundering service taken down by law enforcement

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Cryptomixer crypto laundering service taken down by law enforcement - Help Net Security
E luropeanaw enforcement agencies have taken down Cryptomixer and have confiscated over 25 million euros in Bitcoin.
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December 1, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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Treating MCP like an API creates security blind spots

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Treating MCP like an API creates security blind spots - Help Net Security
Explore MCP security gaps and misconceptions that expose organizations to risks, and learn how to strengthen trust models.
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December 1, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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Offensive cyber power is spreading fast and changing global security

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Offensive cyber power is spreading fast and changing global security - Help Net Security
Global offensive cyber operations are spreading as more states adopt digital tools, raising geopolitical risks, pushing new efforts.
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December 1, 2025 at 10:37 AM
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Enterprise password audits made practical for busy security teams

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Enterprise password audits made practical for busy security teams - Help Net Security
Enterprise password audits give security teams visibility into risks, storage gaps, and ways to strengthen credential practices.
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December 1, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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What zero trust looks like when you build it step by step

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What zero trust looks like when you build it step by step - Help Net Security
Incremental zero trust adoption explained with steps that show how teams can strengthen access controls and support business goals.
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December 1, 2025 at 8:24 AM
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The weekend is prime time for ransomware

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The weekend is prime time for ransomware - Help Net Security
New ransomware risk trends show how weak staffing periods and identity gaps give attackers an advantage during critical disruption windows.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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Social data puts user passwords at risk in unexpected ways

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Social data puts user passwords at risk in unexpected ways - Help Net Security
Social media password risk research shows how public profiles shape weak or strong passwords and how LLMs judge them using that data.
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November 28, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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New observational auditing framework takes aim at machine learning privacy leaks

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New observational auditing framework takes aim at machine learning privacy leaks - Help Net Security
A new machine learning privacy audit detects label leaks without data changes, offering a simple way to test models in production.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:31 AM
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Why password management defines PCI DSS success

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Why password management defines PCI DSS success - Help Net Security
PCI DSS requires strong password controls and central management that helps teams meet audits and reduce credential risk.
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November 28, 2025 at 9:12 AM
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Fragmented tooling slows vulnerability management

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Fragmented tooling slows vulnerability management - Help Net Security
A look at key vulnerability management trends, rising exposure volume, and how automation and prioritization are shaping security operations.
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November 28, 2025 at 8:12 AM
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Infosec products of the month: November 2025

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Infosec products of the month: November 2025 - Help Net Security
The featured infosec products this month are from 1touch.io, Action1, Barracuda Networks, Bedrock Data, Bitdefender, and more.
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November 28, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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Hottest cybersecurity open-source tools of the month: November 2025

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Hottest cybersecurity open-source tools of the month: November 2025 - Help Net Security
This article features open-source cybersecurity tools that are gaining attention for strengthening security across various environments.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Your critical infrastructure is running out of time

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Your critical infrastructure is running out of time - Help Net Security
Legacy system vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure reveal rising national cyber risk and the growing cost of outdated technology.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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The identity mess your customers feel before you do

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#cybersecurity #cybersecuritynews #identitysecurity @descope.com
The identity mess your customers feel before you do - Help Net Security
Customer identity issues grow as outdated authentication slows organizations and rising AI adds pressure for stronger security.
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November 27, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Criminal networks industrialize payment fraud operations

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Criminal networks industrialize payment fraud operations - Help Net Security
Payment fraud trends show criminals scaling attacks faster than defenses, creating new risks across the ecosystem worldwide.
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November 27, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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Gainsight breach: Salesforce details attack window, issues investigation guidance

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Gainsight breach: Salesforce details attack window, issues investigation guidance - Help Net Security
Indicators of compromise related to Gainsight breach point to when the attacks against customers' Salesforce instances likely started.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Heineken CISO champions a new risk mindset to unlock innovation

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Heineken CISO champions a new risk mindset to unlock innovation - Help Net Security
Business-aligned security grows when CISOs shift mindset, cut jargon, and link cyber risk to outcomes that strengthen value.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Small language models step into the fight against phishing sites

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Small language models step into the fight against phishing sites - Help Net Security
Small language models (SLMs) offer new ways to spot phishing on websites and give teams room to improve detection on their own systems.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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New “HashJack” attack can hijack AI browsers and assistants

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New "HashJack" attack can hijack AI browsers and assistants - Help Net Security
A HashJack attack can force AI browsers and assistants to deliver phishing links or disinformation, or send sensitive data to the attacker.
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November 26, 2025 at 12:16 PM