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Patch incoming
A critical vulnerability in PAN-OS is already being actively exploited. Palo Alto Networks is working on patches, with the first round expected on May 13.
Banks worried
Without their own access to Anthropic’s new Mythos model, European banks would be defenceless against a new quality of cyberattacks, the Bundesbank warns. It is calling on the EU to make a political move in Washington.
Investments multiply tenfold
Quantum computing is becoming an economic engine. Cloud solutions, mega deals and a race between Europe, the United States and China are setting new benchmarks, opening opportunities for industry giants and newcomers alike.
Ransom paid?
The cybercrime group ShinyHunters claims to have stolen nine million records and several terabytes of internal information. Medical technology company Medtronic confirms unauthorized system access, but remains silent on the ransom question.
Insurance company will likely cover the costs
Itron supplies utilities and municipalities worldwide with technology for power, gas and water grids. In mid-April, the company detected unauthorized access to its internal systems.
Not every cable is the same
The EU is closing the final gap in its regulation to standardize charging cables. The goal is to reduce electronic waste.
Spying campaign
Phishing attack on Signal: Who is behind the attacks on politicians and journalists? The trail leads to Russia, but officially the German federal government remains reserved.
Critical WordPress plugin bug
A critical vulnerability in the WordPress plugin Breeze Cache allows attackers to take over entire websites. More than 400,000 installations are affected.
AI vulnerability scanning
China’s 360 Digital Security Group claims to have found around 1,000 vulnerabilities with the help of a multi-agent system, including at the Tianfu Cup hacking contest. The capabilities are said to approach those of Anthropic’s new Claude Mythos model. Doubts remain.
Competition law in the EU
The European Commission is pushing Google to open Android to AI competitors such as ChatGPT and Claude. Formal specification proceedings and billion euro fines are looming.
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