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Flaw in Claude’s Chrome extension allowed ‘any’ other plugin to hijack victims’ AI
A security flaw in the Claude Chrome extension permitted any other browser plugin to hijack users’ AI interactions, exposing data to potential theft. Researchers disclosed the issue on May 10, 2026, after confirming the vulnerability affected thousands of installations. The defect stemmed from improper handling of message passing between extensions in Google’s Chrome browser environment....
My home's Wi-Fi dead zones were worse than I thought – here's what fixed them
A homeowner in suburban Chicago discovered extensive Wi-Fi dead zones across their two-story house, prompting a detailed investigation and series of fixes that restored full coverage. The problem, initially thought to affect only the basement and backyard, extended to multiple rooms, according to a first-hand account published on NetworkUstad this week. Discovery of Dead Zones...
Hackers Use AI for Exploit Development, Attack Automation
Security researchers reported on May 10, 2026, that hackers have begun using artificial intelligence tools to develop software exploits and automate cyber attacks. This development, detailed in a new analysis from cybersecurity firms, shows AI models generating malicious code faster than traditional methods. Key Details The report examined instances where threat actors employed large language...
Ghostwriter Phishing Campaign Uses Prometheus Malware Against Ukraine Government
Ghostwriter threat group targets Ukrainian ministries with Prometheus backdoor malware in a new phishing campaign detected in May 2026.
Lawmakers Demand Answers on CISA Data Leak
Congressional committees are demanding explanations from CISA after a reported data leak compromised sensitive government information, prompting an urgent investigation.
BYOVD Attacks Exploit Vulnerable Drivers Without Hardware
BYOVD attacks are on the rise, leveraging legitimate but flawed device drivers to gain kernel-level access. This method bypasses traditional security, allowing attackers to compromise systems without physical hardware.
BYOVD Attacks: Exploiting Vulnerable Drivers Without Hardware
BYOVD attacks enable malicious actors to exploit software vulnerabilities in legitimate, signed drivers, bypassing security measures and gaining kernel-level access. This method leverages existing trusted system components, posing a significant challenge for detection.
Megalodon Attack Hits GitHub with Malicious CI/CD Workflows
A cyberattack named Megalodon injected malicious CI/CD workflows into 5,561 GitHub repositories, raising concerns about supply chain security.
Cisco Fixes Maximum-Severity Secure Workload API Flaw
Cisco patches critical CVSS 10.0 vulnerability in Secure Workload REST API that exposed sensitive workload data.
GitHub Employee Device Hack Leads to Exfiltration of 3,800+ Repos
GitHub confirmed a breach involving an employee’s compromised device, leading to unauthorized exfiltration of over 3,800 internal repositories.