A Citrix vulnerability — suspected to have led to firings of multiple FEMA technology staff — enabled the breach, which let hackers pilfer data from FEMA servers connected to states at the southern bo...

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China is ramping up its cybersecurity enforcement with new regulations requiring network operators to report severe cybersecurity incidents within one

A key official from the agency said the vulnerability management program will continue with additional participation and enhancements.

An unauthorized third-party accessed one of its customer databases, which included emails, usernames, hashed passwords, and authentication data, Plex says.

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The biggest financial impact expected to be the millions of dollars of SaaS contracts signed with security vendors

The popular packages debug and chalk on npm have been compromised with malicious code

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Basic security flaws left the personal info of tens of millions of McDonald’s job-seekers vulnerable on the “McHire” site built by AI software firm Paradox.ai.

The high-severity flaw could let a hacker abruptly halt — and potentially derail — a train.

Diana Initiative 2021-Tanya Janca-Building Security Champions

A DEF CON group for hackers, makers, tinkerers and security enthusiasts in the Sacramento area.

A critical vulnerability in mcp-remote (CVE-2025-6514) allows remote code execution, affecting 437,000+ users.

A critical vulnerability in mcp-remote (CVE-2025-6514) allows remote code execution, affecting 437,000+ users.

Elon Musk's Grok chatbot has unleashed a slew of antisemitic commentary and praised Hitler after apparent change allowed to be 'politically incorrect'

Sony victory in Cox piracy case could be overturned by Supreme Court.

Recent federal cuts, reorganizations and other disruptions have alarmed industry leaders, who say the government is a less reliable partner even as cyber threats increase.

Westjet and Hawaii Airlines have both said in June statements that they have responded to cyberattacks.

Summary In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, Jayson E. Street shares his journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a prominent figure in the cybersecurity community. He discusses the importance of understanding the hacker mindset, the value of starting in blue team roles before transitioning to red team positions, and the significance of empathy and kindness in both personal and professional interactions. Through engaging stories and valuable insights, Jayson emphasizes the need for effective communication in security roles and the importance of fostering a supportive community. Takeaways Jayson E. Street emphasizes that everyone has a hacker origin story. Starting in blue team roles provides a solid foundation for cybersecurity careers. Effective communication is crucial for red teamers to convey findings to management. Success in security is measured by the impact on client awareness and behavior. Empathy and kindness are essential in navigating personal and professional relationships. The hacker mindset is about questioning and challenging the status quo. Networking and community support are vital in the cybersecurity field. Red teaming should focus on improving blue team defenses, not just breaking in. Personal growth often comes from overcoming past traumas and making conscious choices. It's important to remain humble and recognize that everyone has valuable insights to share. Sound Bites "You're one of my inspirations." "I was able to destroy them." "It's always time to be kind." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Inspiration 03:18 The Hacker Origin Story 07:40 Starting in Cybersecurity: Blue Team First 13:03 Engaging Stories from the Field 21:58 The Importance of Communication in Security 25:26 Active Intrusions and Real-World Experiences 26:19 The Art of Social Engineering 30:56 The Hacker's Humility 36:05 From Rage to Empathy 41:02 Choosing Kindness Over Anger Resources https://www.linkedin.com/in/jstreet/ https://x.com/jaysonstreet https://jaysonestreet.com/

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China-linked hackers use compromised SOHO devices in espionage campaign, targeting Taiwan, the U.S., and Southeast Asia.

The 2006 VA data breach shined a spotlight on cybersecurity challenges facing government. Many of those issues persist to this day.