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Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
5 days ago

The Iran and Ukraine wars are converging as combatants increasingly overlap, but 'we are still not at a true world war' | Fortune

Russia's involvement in the Iran war is deepening, merging conflicts with Ukraine and threatening broader regional escalation.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Europe news

Russia's hybrid attacks throughout Europe are becoming more dangerous

Russia has sharply increased hybrid attacks across Europe, targeting infrastructure and civilians to undermine support for Ukraine and disrupt NATO and allied logistics.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russian army records almost no territorial gains for first time since 2023, analysis shows

Russia's army made minimal territorial gains in Ukraine in March, marking a significant slowdown in their offensive efforts.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
5 days ago

The Iran and Ukraine wars are converging as combatants increasingly overlap, but 'we are still not at a true world war' | Fortune

Russia's involvement in the Iran war is deepening, merging conflicts with Ukraine and threatening broader regional escalation.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
5 hours ago

Chinese firms market Iran war intelligence 'exposing' U.S. forces

Chinese firms are leveraging AI and open-source data to track U.S. military movements, posing potential security risks amid the Iran conflict.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromTNW | Eu
57 minutes ago

European Commission breached after hackers poisoned open-source security tool Trivy

A major data breach at the European Commission was caused by TeamPCP exploiting a supply chain attack on the Trivy security tool.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
22 hours ago

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

A cybercriminal group known as TeamPCP hacked the EU's executive body, stealing 92 gigabytes of data, including personal information.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
20 hours ago

China-Linked TA416 Targets European Governments with PlugX and OAuth-Based Phishing

TA416 has intensified cyberattacks on European government and diplomatic organizations since mid-2025, utilizing advanced malware delivery techniques.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

TrueConf Zero-Day Exploited in Asian Government Attacks

Chinese hackers exploited a zero-day vulnerability in TrueConf software to attack government entities in Asia, allowing execution of malicious code.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

3 Reasons Attackers Are Using Your Trusted Tools Against You (And Why You Don't See It Coming)

Cyber attackers increasingly exploit legitimate tools within environments, making detection difficult and expanding the attack surface organizations must manage.
Information security
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Iran's hackers are on the offensive against the US and Israel

Iran has launched coordinated cyber attacks against Israel, but has not targeted critical infrastructure decisively during the current conflict.
Information security
fromTNW | Eu
57 minutes ago

European Commission breached after hackers poisoned open-source security tool Trivy

A major data breach at the European Commission was caused by TeamPCP exploiting a supply chain attack on the Trivy security tool.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
22 hours ago

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

A cybercriminal group known as TeamPCP hacked the EU's executive body, stealing 92 gigabytes of data, including personal information.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
20 hours ago

China-Linked TA416 Targets European Governments with PlugX and OAuth-Based Phishing

TA416 has intensified cyberattacks on European government and diplomatic organizations since mid-2025, utilizing advanced malware delivery techniques.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

TrueConf Zero-Day Exploited in Asian Government Attacks

Chinese hackers exploited a zero-day vulnerability in TrueConf software to attack government entities in Asia, allowing execution of malicious code.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

3 Reasons Attackers Are Using Your Trusted Tools Against You (And Why You Don't See It Coming)

Cyber attackers increasingly exploit legitimate tools within environments, making detection difficult and expanding the attack surface organizations must manage.
Information security
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Iran's hackers are on the offensive against the US and Israel

Iran has launched coordinated cyber attacks against Israel, but has not targeted critical infrastructure decisively during the current conflict.
#nato
Europe politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Inside NATO's 'Sentry' missions and the urgent drive to ready for new threats

NATO has launched new 'Sentry' missions to enhance defenses in eastern and northern Europe in response to modern threats and Russian aggression.
Europe politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Inside NATO's 'Sentry' missions and the urgent drive to ready for new threats

NATO has launched new 'Sentry' missions to enhance defenses in eastern and northern Europe in response to modern threats and Russian aggression.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
21 hours ago

Trump's Priority Is Now Militarism, at Home and Abroad

Trump and Republicans are pre-funding ICE and Border Patrol without new regulations, limiting Democratic influence on immigration enforcement.
DevOps
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Understanding the risks of OpenClaw

OpenClaw is an orchestration layer that requires external services to function effectively, rather than being a standalone cloud platform.
#trump
#iran
Podcast
fromWIRED
1 day ago

'Uncanny Valley': Iran's Threats on US Tech, Trump's Plans for Midterms, and Polymarket's Pop-up Flop

Iran threatens US tech firms amid ongoing tensions and preparations for midterm elections are underway.
Privacy professionals
fromAxios
3 days ago

Cyber warfare starts to get personal in war between U.S., Israel and Iran

Iran-linked hackers are using data leaks and intimidation tactics against individuals to influence public perception during the current conflict.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Former Trump NatSec Advisor Says President Probably in Panic Mode' After Two U.S. Jets Shot Down

Trump's credibility is undermined after Iran shot down U.S. military planes, contradicting his claims of air supremacy.
World news
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Iran threatens imminent attacks on US tech companies in the Middle East

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps threatens to target major US tech companies in the Middle East, urging employees to evacuate for safety.
World news
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Iran Threatens to Start Attacking Major US Tech Firms on April 1

Iran's IRGC plans to attack American companies in the Middle East in retaliation for the killing of Iranian citizens.
Podcast
fromWIRED
1 day ago

'Uncanny Valley': Iran's Threats on US Tech, Trump's Plans for Midterms, and Polymarket's Pop-up Flop

Iran threatens US tech firms amid ongoing tensions and preparations for midterm elections are underway.
Privacy professionals
fromAxios
3 days ago

Cyber warfare starts to get personal in war between U.S., Israel and Iran

Iran-linked hackers are using data leaks and intimidation tactics against individuals to influence public perception during the current conflict.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Former Trump NatSec Advisor Says President Probably in Panic Mode' After Two U.S. Jets Shot Down

Trump's credibility is undermined after Iran shot down U.S. military planes, contradicting his claims of air supremacy.
World news
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Iran threatens imminent attacks on US tech companies in the Middle East

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps threatens to target major US tech companies in the Middle East, urging employees to evacuate for safety.
World news
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Iran Threatens to Start Attacking Major US Tech Firms on April 1

Iran's IRGC plans to attack American companies in the Middle East in retaliation for the killing of Iranian citizens.
#us-foreign-policy
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.
World politics
fromAxios
4 days ago

Trump attacks allies, signals Iran war may end without opening Hormuz

The U.S. is withdrawing support, urging allies to secure their own oil and defend their interests in the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Taking a Stand on Adversaries' Influence in the Western Hemisphere

The US operation on January 3rd aimed to counteract adversarial influence in Latin America, particularly against Venezuela and Cuba.
World politics
fromAxios
4 days ago

Trump attacks allies, signals Iran war may end without opening Hormuz

The U.S. is withdrawing support, urging allies to secure their own oil and defend their interests in the Strait of Hormuz.
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

An Army Shake-Up in the Middle of a War

Hegseth asked General Randy George, who was just over halfway through his slated tenure as Army chief of staff, to step down and retire immediately, a Pentagon official told us.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Don't Mess With the Housewives of Ukraine

Papperger dismissed the work of Ukrainian drone makers as child's play, stating, 'This is how to play with Legos.' His comments were met with outrage from Ukrainian officials.
Germany news
Retirement
fromAxios
1 day ago

Hegseth removes Army's top general during Iran war

George was nominated by President Biden in 2023 but was asked to retire immediately by Hegseth.
Artificial intelligence
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Old-school spycraft could make a comeback as AI undermines trust

AI may enhance intelligence gathering but also revive traditional espionage methods due to reliability issues with digital communications.
Germany politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Berlin is rearming, and its neighbors are weighing the risks and benefits of the new German hegemony

Germany is rearming its military in response to geopolitical changes, raising concerns about its past and future role in Europe.
#data-integrity
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

The Next Cybersecurity Crisis Isn't Breaches-It's Data You Can't Trust

Data integrity now encompasses data trust, emphasizing the importance of reliable data in AI-driven decision-making.
Data science
fromComputerworld
4 days ago

IT lesson from the Iran war: AI makes your data problems so much worse

AI can exacerbate existing data issues in enterprises, as demonstrated by the US military's bombing due to outdated intelligence.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

The Next Cybersecurity Crisis Isn't Breaches-It's Data You Can't Trust

Data integrity now encompasses data trust, emphasizing the importance of reliable data in AI-driven decision-making.
Roam Research
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 days ago

The Chalk Mark Still Matters: Russian Espionage Handling in the Modern Era

Russian intelligence tradecraft has evolved in agent handling, incorporating advanced communication techniques and urban geography for signaling.
#axios
Node JS
fromAxios
3 days ago

North Korean hackers implicated in major supply chain attack

A compromised maintainer account for the Axios npm package led to the publication of malicious software versions targeting various operating systems.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
3 days ago

North Korea behind social engineering attack on Axios project

Attackers compromised the Axios maintainer's account through social engineering, publishing malicious versions that installed a Remote Access Trojan on victims' systems.
Node JS
fromAxios
3 days ago

North Korean hackers implicated in major supply chain attack

A compromised maintainer account for the Axios npm package led to the publication of malicious software versions targeting various operating systems.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
3 days ago

North Korea behind social engineering attack on Axios project

Attackers compromised the Axios maintainer's account through social engineering, publishing malicious versions that installed a Remote Access Trojan on victims' systems.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

First sea lord admits Royal Navy is not ready for war

The Royal Navy is not currently ready for war, according to General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, who emphasizes the need for further preparation.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Russia's shadow fleet pass through UK waters after boarding threat

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, emphasizing the need for on-ground journalism and accessible news without paywalls.
#ukraine
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on Ukraine's perilous spring: Europe's steadfast support is more vital than ever | Editorial

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban is blocking a crucial EU loan to Ukraine, jeopardizing its financial support amid ongoing conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Ukraine: 'Massive' Russian air strikes kill at least 14

Russia's air attacks on Ukraine resulted in at least 14 deaths, with Kharkiv facing significant drone and missile strikes.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 hours ago

At least four people killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine

Russian and Ukrainian attacks have resulted in casualties and damage in both countries, with significant drone activity reported in recent conflicts.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy offers expertise on keeping waterways open amid Middle East conflict

Ukraine offers expertise in maritime navigation to assist in keeping the strait of Hormuz open amid Middle East conflict.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on Ukraine's perilous spring: Europe's steadfast support is more vital than ever | Editorial

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban is blocking a crucial EU loan to Ukraine, jeopardizing its financial support amid ongoing conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Ukraine: 'Massive' Russian air strikes kill at least 14

Russia's air attacks on Ukraine resulted in at least 14 deaths, with Kharkiv facing significant drone and missile strikes.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 hours ago

At least four people killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine

Russian and Ukrainian attacks have resulted in casualties and damage in both countries, with significant drone activity reported in recent conflicts.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy offers expertise on keeping waterways open amid Middle East conflict

Ukraine offers expertise in maritime navigation to assist in keeping the strait of Hormuz open amid Middle East conflict.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

How 'Wikipedia of cyber' helps SAP make sense of threat data | Computer Weekly

SAP faces significant challenges in securing enterprise data amidst a complex threat landscape and evolving compliance requirements.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Iran Exposed a New Reality for U.S. Air Power

Operation Epic Fury challenged the assumption of uncontested skies, requiring a significant effort to achieve air superiority over Iran.
World news
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Mobile Attack Surface Expands as Enterprises Lose Control

Mobile device security is inadequate, with many organizations using critically outdated operating systems and exposing sensitive data to potential attacks.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Drift Loses $285 Million in Durable Nonce Social Engineering Attack Linked to DPRK

Drift decentralized exchange lost $285 million due to a sophisticated attack involving unauthorized access and social engineering.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Israel rations interceptor missiles amid risk of falling into a war of attrition with Iran

Two Iranian missiles struck Israel, raising concerns about missile defense effectiveness and the capacity for prolonged conflict with Iran.
Europe politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

Romania Pays the Cyber Price for Backing Ukraine. Where is the EU?

Ransomware attacks on Romania's infrastructure are part of Russian hybrid warfare, aiming to destabilize support for Ukraine and influence European politics.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Axios supply chain attack victim posts postmortem to prevent a repeat

Axios was compromised for three hours, distributing Remote Access Trojans due to a sophisticated social engineering attack by North Korean group UNC1069.
fromThe New Yorker
20 hours ago

How Donald Trump's War on Iran Helps Vladimir Putin's War on Ukraine

In 2021, when Olga Rudenko and other journalists launched the Kyiv Independent, they were committed to making a publication that wouldn't face political pressure from an owner. A few months later, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the Independent began reporting breaking news from the front lines.
Russo-Ukrainian War
#north-korea
Information security
fromFortune
1 day ago

I knew about North Korean hackers-they still tricked me and got into my computer | Fortune

North Korean hackers are increasingly targeting individuals in the crypto industry, employing sophisticated deception tactics.
Information security
fromDevOps.com
3 days ago

North Korean Hackers Suspected in Supply Chain Attack on Popular Axios Project - DevOps.com

North Korean hackers hijacked the npm account of an axios maintainer, publishing malicious versions that installed a remote access trojan.
Information security
fromFortune
1 day ago

I knew about North Korean hackers-they still tricked me and got into my computer | Fortune

North Korean hackers are increasingly targeting individuals in the crypto industry, employing sophisticated deception tactics.
Information security
fromDevOps.com
3 days ago

North Korean Hackers Suspected in Supply Chain Attack on Popular Axios Project - DevOps.com

North Korean hackers hijacked the npm account of an axios maintainer, publishing malicious versions that installed a remote access trojan.
#air-defense
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Total air defense is effectively impossible. In a major war, the West may have to make hard choices.

The West must make difficult choices about air defense priorities in large-scale wars due to limitations in resources and technology.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

US allies are scrambling to buy Ukraine's counter-drone tech, but gear alone isn't enough to defeat the Shahed threat

American allies must develop comprehensive air defense systems against drones, not just purchase technology from Ukraine.
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Total air defense is effectively impossible. In a major war, the West may have to make hard choices.

The West must make difficult choices about air defense priorities in large-scale wars due to limitations in resources and technology.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

US allies are scrambling to buy Ukraine's counter-drone tech, but gear alone isn't enough to defeat the Shahed threat

American allies must develop comprehensive air defense systems against drones, not just purchase technology from Ukraine.
#supply-chain-attack
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces

Defence Secretary John Healey stated, 'My message to Gulf partners is: Britain's best will help you defend your skies.' This emphasizes the UK's commitment to supporting its allies in the region.
World news
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

Ukrainian troops showed 'greater tactical imagination' than Western trainers, British officer says, pointing to their ambush tactics

Ukrainian soldiers demonstrate greater tactical creativity and flexibility compared to their Western trainers, particularly in ambush tactics.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russia responds to Zelenskyy's Easter truce offer with drone attack

Zelenskyy criticized Russia for airstrikes in response to an Easter truce offer, emphasizing the need for diplomacy and US support for peace efforts.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Russia slowly trying to splinter its internet from rest of world, analysts say

Russia is gradually isolating its internet from the world, impacting millions through mobile blackouts and restrictions on essential communication platforms.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: German defence giant sparks row after comparing Ukraine drone makers to housewives'

Rheinmetall's CEO faced backlash for comparing Ukrainian drone production to housewives making weapons, prompting responses from Ukrainian officials and social media.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy drums up defence agreements with Gulf states on countering missiles and drones

Qatar and Ukraine signed a 10-year defense agreement focusing on countering missile and drone threats amid regional tensions with Iran.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv deploys 200 anti-drone experts to Middle East

Ukraine deploys 201 anti-drone experts to the Middle East to counter Iranian Shahed drones, while warning European nations that advancing drone technology enables attacks by non-state actors and criminal networks.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Russia's Ural region is now a 'direct threat zone' after a Ukrainian missile strike - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukraine's long-range strike capabilities now reach the Ural region, fundamentally altering Russia's strategic security landscape and threatening previously safe military-industrial facilities.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Russia and Ukraine wage high-tech war in the 'death zone'

Ukrainian forces use drone surveillance and underground tunnels to detect and counter Russian advances in the Kharkiv region, where careful analysis of ground signs reveals enemy movements.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

The front line basements where Ukraine specializes in electronic warfare

Ukrainian soldiers are manufacturing homemade anti-drone systems on the front lines, representing a grassroots weapons production effort alongside official defense industries in response to evolving drone warfare tactics.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Western cyber alliances risk fragmenting in new world order | Computer Weekly

Geopolitical fragmentation in 2025 drove cyber shifts toward coercion, disrupted alliances and intelligence sharing, decentralised resilient cybercrime, and intensified US–China AI competition.
fromSecurityWeek
1 month ago

Cyber Insights 2026: Cyberwar and Rising Nation State Threats

Entering the cyber world is stepping into a warzone. Cyber is considered a war zone, and what happens there is described as cyberwar. But it's not that simple. War is conducted by nations (political), not undertaken by criminals (financial). Both are increasing in this war zone we call cyber, but the political threat is growing fast. Cyberwar is a complex subject, and a formal definition is difficult.
Information security
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