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Inside the Top 10 Data Security Titans of 2026: Who’s Really Protecting Your Data?

24 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

As cyber threats escalate, the 2026 data security landscape is dominated by firms fusing AI, automation, and quantum-ready tech. We investigate the top 10 companies shaping tomorrow’s digital defenses.

#Data Security | #Cyber Threats | #AI Automation

BIND Under Siege: Critical Updates Expose Internet DNS Risks

23 Jan 2026 news

Critical updates for ISC BIND have set off alarms in the cybersecurity world, exposing new vulnerabilities in the core software that powers the global Domain Name System. Experts warn that rapid patching is essential to prevent attackers from exploiting these weaknesses and disrupting vital internet services.

#BIND | #DNS security | #cyber threats

Silent Permissions: Third-Party Apps Quietly Ransack Sensitive Data

22 Jan 2026 news

A 2026 investigation finds that nearly two-thirds of third-party web apps access confidential data without approval, with marketing tools and public-sector sites among the riskiest. Learn how these silent permissions are fueling a new era of cyber risk.

#Third-party apps | #Data security | #Cyber threats

Oracle Unleashes Patch Tsunami: 337 Security Fixes Signal Widening Cyber Front

21 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

Oracle’s January 2026 Critical Patch Update delivers 337 security fixes, addressing hundreds of vulnerabilities—many of them critical and remotely exploitable. The update underscores the growing complexity and urgency of defending enterprise software.

#Oracle | #Security Patches | #Cyber Threats

Stuck on Repeat: Why Billions Still Gamble With Weak Passwords

21 Jan 2026 news

A massive 2025 breach reveals unchanged password habits: '123456' and 'password' top the list, leaving individuals and businesses exposed despite years of security warnings.

#password habits | #credential theft | #cyber threats

Inside the Identity Arms Race: One Identity Manager 10.0 Promises AI-Powered Shields for Enterprise Security

20 Jan 2026 news

One Identity Manager 10.0’s major upgrade introduces AI-assisted reporting, automated threat response, and seamless integration, aiming to help enterprises stay ahead in the fight against identity-driven cyberattacks.

#Identity Manager | #AI Security | #Cyber Threats

Pixel Under Pressure: Google’s Silent Race to Patch Security Gaps

16 Jan 2026 news 🌍 North America

A critical security update has landed for Google Pixel devices, patching high-severity vulnerabilities and highlighting the relentless battle between cyber defenders and attackers. This feature investigates how updates are crafted, why user vigilance matters, and what’s really at stake with every system update.

#Google Pixel | #Security Update | #Cyber Threats

Hackers Turn Up the Heat: Deepfake Voices, Wi-Fi Kill Switches & New Cyber Threats in 2024

15 Jan 2026 news

From AI voice clones to Wi-Fi kill switch exploits, this week’s cybercrime stories reveal how fast attackers adapt and why overlooked systems are the new front line. Discover the biggest threats and how to stay ahead.

#Cyber Threats | #AI Cloning | #Wi-Fi Vulnerabilities

Cracks in the Cloud: HPE Aruba Devices Expose Hidden Network Secrets

15 Jan 2026 news

A cluster of high-severity vulnerabilities in HPE Aruba Instant On devices could let attackers access sensitive network data and crash your infrastructure. Patching is urgent — here’s what you need to know.

#HPE Aruba | #network vulnerabilities | #cyber threats

VoidLink: The Modular Linux Malware Framework Threatening Cloud Security

15 Jan 2026 news 🌍 Asia

VoidLink, a modular Linux malware framework written in Zig, is targeting cloud environments with adaptive stealth, rootkits, and credential theft capabilities. While no real-world attacks have been observed yet, its evolving toolkit and commercial potential mark it as a significant emerging threat.

#Linux Malware | #Cloud Security | #Cyber Threats