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Fake “Windows Update” screens fuels new wave of ClickFix attacks

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Fake "Windows Update" screens fuels new wave of ClickFix attacks - Help Net Security
A convincing (but fake) "Windows Update" screen can be the perfect lure for tricking users into infecting their computers with malware.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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Aircraft cabin IoT leaves vendor and passenger data exposed

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#cybersecurity #cybersecuritynews #IoT #datasecurity @airbus.com
Aircraft cabin IoT leaves vendor and passenger data exposed - Help Net Security
Aircraft cabin IoT data can be exposed to authorized subscribers, raising the need for stronger privacy controls.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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The breaches everyone gets hit by (and how to stop them)

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The breaches everyone gets hit by (and how to stop them) - Help Net Security
Download Check Point’s report The Mundane Menace to learn why overlooked cyber threats cause damage and how to build resilience.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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Supply chain sprawl is rewriting security priorities

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Supply chain sprawl is rewriting security priorities - Help Net Security
A survey finds vendor networks create security gaps that organizations struggle to monitor across expanding supply chains.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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Cybersecurity jobs available right now: November 25, 2025

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Cybersecurity jobs available right now: November 25, 2025 - Help Net Security
Here are the worldwide cybersecurity job openings available as of November 25, 2025, including on-site, hybrid, and remote roles.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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Black Friday 2025 cybersecurity deals to explore

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Black Friday 2025 cybersecurity deals to explore - Help Net Security
Black Friday 2025 is shaping up to be a good moment for anyone thinking about tightening their cybersecurity, so here's deals worth a look.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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Quantum encryption is pushing satellite hardware to its limits

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Quantum encryption is pushing satellite hardware to its limits - Help Net Security
Securing satellite links demands an architecture resilient to quantum threats and adaptive to evolving cryptographic limits.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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cnspec: Open-source, cloud-native security and policy project

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cnspec: Open-source, cloud-native security and policy project - Help Net Security
cnspec is an open source tool that helps keep a sprawling setup of clouds, containers, APIs and endpoints under control.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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The privacy tension driving the medical data shift nobody wants to talk about

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The privacy tension driving the medical data shift nobody wants to talk about - Help Net Security
Medical data stewardship is shifting toward open access models that aim to balance privacy, innovation, accountability, and patient benefit.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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What happens when vulnerability scores fall apart?

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What happens when vulnerability scores fall apart? - Help Net Security
Vulnerability data shows scoring gaps that slow response and weaken security decisions across software teams.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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Email blind spots are back to bite security teams

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Email blind spots are back to bite security teams - Help Net Security
Email remains a prime attack path as tactics evolve quickly, pushing security teams to adapt and strengthen defenses.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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Research shows identity document checks are missing key signals

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Research shows identity document checks are missing key signals - Help Net Security
Identity document fraud detection is struggling with data limits and evolving attacker methods, according to a review of technical studies.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Salesforce Gainsight compromise: Early findings and customer guidance

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Salesforce Gainsight compromise: Early findings and customer guidance - Help Net Security
Following Salesforce's revocation of tokens associated with Gainsight-published applications, Gainsight has been keeping customers updated.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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What insurers really look at in your identity controls

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What insurers really look at in your identity controls - Help Net Security
Insurers now tie coverage to identity security controls, pushing CISOs to strengthen access and reduce risks across their environments.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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How one quick AI check can leak your company’s secrets

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How one quick AI check can leak your company's secrets - Help Net Security
This video explains AI intellectual property risks and how simple AI prompts can leak sensitive data and threaten the company's edge.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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Convenience culture is breaking personal security

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Convenience culture is breaking personal security - Help Net Security
AI powered scams exploit weak mobile security, social media oversharing, and risky consumer habits worldwide.
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November 21, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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New infosec products of the week: November 21, 2025

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New infosec products of the week: November 21, 2025 - Help Net Security
The featured infosec products for this week in November 2025 are from Bedrock Data, Immersive, Kentik, Minimus, and Synack.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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MacOS DigitStealer malware poses as DynamicLake, targets Apple Silicon M2/M3 devices

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MacOS DigitStealer malware poses as DynamicLake, targets Apple Silicon M2/M3 devices - Help Net Security
A new infostealer is targeting macOS users by masquerading as the legitimate DynamicLake UI enhancement and productivity utility.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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Google Play Store’s privacy practices still confuse Android users

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Google Play Store’s privacy practices still confuse Android users - Help Net Security
Google Play Store privacy disclosures show data use and permissions, but it is unclear how much they help users make informed app decisions.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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Is your password manager truly GDPR compliant?

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Is your password manager truly GDPR compliant? - Help Net Security
Passwork offers the capabilities that security leaders look for when they need a password manager built with GDPR in mind.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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BlueCodeAgent helps developers secure AI-generated code

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BlueCodeAgent helps developers secure AI-generated code - Help Net Security
Microsoft’s BlueCodeAgent is an AI code security tool that helps developers and security teams detect vulnerable code before it spreads.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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The confidence trap holding security back

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The confidence trap holding security back - Help Net Security
A growing gap in cyber readiness shows teams struggle under pressure, and security leaders must push for proven capability.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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When IT fails, OT pays the price

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When IT fails, OT pays the price - Help Net Security
OT cyber threats are increasing as state groups and ransomware actors target industrial systems through common IT entry points.
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November 20, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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7-Zip vulnerability is being actively exploited, NHS England warns (CVE-2025-11001)

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7-Zip vulnerability is being actively exploited, NHS England warns (CVE-2025-11001) - Help Net Security
NHS England Digital has issued a warning about a 7-Zip vulnerability (CVE-2025-11001) being exploited by attackers.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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Exam prep hacked: Study tips and tricks that really work

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Exam prep hacked: Study tips and tricks that really work - Help Net Security
Join this ISC2 exam prep webinar for proven study tips, smart scheduling advice, and strategies to build confidence on test day.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:04 PM