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Vulnerabilities
2 Sep 2026 3 min read

Chrome and Firefox Release Critical Updates to Patch Dozens of Vulnerabilities

Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox have issued updates that address multiple use‑after‑free, sandbox escape, and privilege escalation bugs. Applying the patches immediately reduces exposure to a range of high‑impact threats.

#Chrome #Firefox #Vulnerabilities
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Vulnerabilities
1 Sep 2026 4 min read

Tectonic Lending Platform Exploited for $74 Million: Impact on the Cronos Blockchain

A price‑manipulation attack on Tectonic allowed an attacker to borrow $74 million, forcing a temporary halt on the Cronos blockchain. The incident highlights systemic risks in DeFi lending and the need for tighter oracle safeguards.

#DeFi #Lending Platforms #Blockchain Security
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Vulnerabilities
24 Aug 2026 6 min read

Android Car Systems Hijacked into Proxy Botnet

Hackers are deploying malware against Android-based automotive infotainment platforms, converting compromised vehicles into proxy nodes for a botnet. This briefing outlines the incident, technical underpinnings, affected assets, and actionable mitigations.

#Malware #Botnet #Automotive Security
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Vulnerabilities
23 Aug 2026 5 min read

ToxicPanda Android Malware Expands Capabilities and Threat Landscape

ToxicPanda's Android malware has upgraded its arsenal, now targeting 349 apps, supporting 167 remote commands, and leveraging VPN permissions to block Google Play. Learn what this means for Android security and how to protect your devices.

#Malware #Android #Threat Intelligence
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Vulnerabilities
22 Aug 2026 5 min read

CISA Orders Federal Agencies to Patch Actively Exploited TrueConf Server Flaws

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has directed federal agencies to prioritize patching two actively exploited vulnerabilities in the TrueConf Server self‑hosted communications platform, underscoring the critical need for rapid remediation across government networks.

#Vulnerabilities #Patch Management #Federal Guidance
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