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NetBox Labs ships AI copilot designed for network engineers, not developers

Network engineers at enterprises like J.P. Morgan and Cisco manage an average of 5,000 devices per site, with configuration errors causing 25% of outages, per Gartner data. This complexity has pushed teams to seek smarter tools, and NetBox Labs just delivered a game-changer. Six months after previewing its AI copilot, the company announced general availability...

📈 45% Automation Adoption 💰 40% Downtime Reduction 📈 30% Configuration Time

Versa bolsters data protection, AI-powered operations in SASE upgrade

Enterprise networks faced over 5.5 billion cyber threats in 2023 alone, with AI-driven attacks surging by 150% according to recent cybersecurity reports. This escalation underscores the urgent need for advanced defenses, prompting companies like Versa Networks to innovate. In their latest upgrade, Versa has enhanced the AI capabilities of the VersaONE Universal SASE Platform, integrating...

🤖 150% AI Attack Surge 📈 40% Resolution Time 🌐 50% Network Downtime

Cybersecurity

Bloody Wolf Targets Uzbekistan, Russia Using NetSupport RAT in Spear-Phishing Campaign

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats in 2026, state-sponsored actors and advanced persistent threats (APTs) continue to exploit geopolitical tensions, targeting critical infrastructure and economic sectors. The emergence of the Bloody Wolf threat actor exemplifies this trend, with a sophisticated spear-phishing campaign aimed at Uzbekistan and Russia. As global supply chains digitize further, these...

📈 35% Spear-Phishing Surge 💰 $4.5M Average Breach Cost 💰 60% Phishing Success Reduction

Cybersecurity

⚡ Weekly Recap: AI Skill Malware, 31Tbps DDoS, Notepad++ Hack, LLM Backdoors and More

In the fast-evolving landscape of 2026, cyber threats have infiltrated the very fabric of daily operations, exploiting the trust we place in essential tools and systems. As organizations increasingly integrate AI-driven platforms, cloud services, and developer environments, attackers are capitalizing on these connections to launch sophisticated assaults. This week’s developments underscore a alarming trend: threats...

🔒 45% Cyber Incident Surge 🤖 $12B Supply Chain Damages 🔒 31Tbps DDoS Peak Attack

Cybersecurity

SMS Phishers Pivot to Points, Taxes, Fake Retailers

As the holiday shopping frenzy peaks in 2026, cybercriminals are evolving their tactics to exploit the surge in online transactions. China-based phishing syndicates, notorious for bombarding users with scam SMS about “wayward packages” or “unpaid toll fees,” are now pivoting to more sophisticated schemes. These groups are peddling phishing kits that enable the rapid creation...

📈 45% E-Commerce Fraud Increase 💰 $6B Annual Loss Reduction Potential 📈 30% Phishing Success Rate

Technology

Drones to Diplomas: How Russia’s Largest Private University is Linked to a $25M Essay Mill

In 2026, as geopolitical tensions escalate and cyber threats intertwine with everyday operations, the integrity of academic credentials is under siege. A massive essay mill operation, fueled by sophisticated online advertising, has raked in nearly $25 million by peddling custom essays, theses, and even full diplomas to students worldwide. This isn’t just about cheating—it’s a...

📈 $25M Revenue Generated 📈 300% Ad Traffic Surge 📈 50% Fraud Incidents Rise

Microsoft Patch Tuesday, December 2025 Edition

As we step into 2026, the cybersecurity landscape remains a battleground where timely updates are the first line of defense. Microsoft’s final Patch Tuesday of 2025, released in December, underscores this urgency by addressing at least 56 security vulnerabilities across Windows operating systems and supported software. This batch includes one actively exploited zero-day flaw and...

🔒 56 Vulnerabilities Patched 📈 1 Active Zero-Day Fixed 💰 60% Breach Risk Reduction

Technology

Intel: Latest news and insights

Intel reported $12.7 billion in revenue for Q1 2025, holding steady compared to the previous year. This flat performance masks a mixed bag: the client computing group saw an 8% decline, while the data center and AI segment surged 8%, fueled by strong Xeon processor volumes. For network engineers and IT leaders, these figures signal...

📈 $12.7B Q1 Revenue 📈 8% Data Center Growth 📈 8% Client Revenue Drop

Cybersecurity

Most Parked Domains Now Serving Malicious Content

In 2026, as cyber threats evolve amid rising AI-driven attacks and remote work persistence, direct navigation—typing a domain name straight into your browser—poses unprecedented risks. A recent study reveals that over 85% of parked domains, those expired, dormant, or misspelled versions of popular sites, now redirect users to malicious content. This surge isn’t just a...

📈 85% Malicious Redirects 🔒 300% Threat Increase 💰 70% Infection Reduction

SolarWinds Web Help Desk Exploited for RCE in Multi-Stage Attacks on Exposed Servers

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats in 2026, exposed servers remain a prime target for sophisticated attackers. As organizations increasingly rely on remote help desk tools to manage IT operations, vulnerabilities in software like SolarWinds Web Help Desk (WHD) are being weaponized in multi-stage attacks. Microsoft’s recent disclosure highlights a chilling reality: threat actors...

📈 40% Exposed Endpoints Rise 💰 60% Intrusion Reduction 💰 $4.5M Average Breach Cost