Cybersecurity

Iranian State-Backed Hackers Target U.S. Critical Infrastructure, Causing Operational Disruptions

Iranian state-backed hackers disrupt U.S. critical infrastructure by targeting PLCs in water, energy, and government sectors, causing operational losses since March 2026.

Hardware

Broadcom's VMware Takeover Drives Mass Customer Migration to Nutanix

Nutanix claims thousands of VMware customers migrated due to Broadcom's unpopular strategy, citing CEO Rajiv Ramaswami's statements at the .NEXT conference.

Technology

Quantum Computing Milestones Accelerate the Cryptography Countdown

Recent quantum computing advances push Q-Day closer; the Flame malware's MD5 exploitation serves as a cautionary tale for crypto migration.

Finance & Crypto

Crypto Exchange Grinex Shuts Down After $15 Million Heist, Blames Western Intelligence Agencies

Grinex, a US-sanctioned crypto exchange, halts operations after $15M heist. It blames Western special services for targeting Russian users to damage Russia's financial sovereignty.

Finance & Crypto

Why AES-128 Remains Secure Against Quantum Computers: Debunking Common Myths

Debunks myth that AES-128 is vulnerable to quantum computers via Grover's algorithm, explaining why sequential nature of quantum search keeps it secure.

Technology

Microsoft Releases Emergency Patch for ASP.NET Core Vulnerability on Linux and macOS – Immediate Action Required

Microsoft issues emergency patch for ASP.NET Core flaw (CVE-2026-40372) affecting Linux/macOS. Unauthenticated attackers can gain SYSTEM privileges via forged HMAC authentication payloads. After patching, purge data protection keys or forged credentials persist.

Science & Space

The Quantum Gambit: How a New Ransomware Family Exploits NIST Standards

A new ransomware called Kyber uses the NIST-standard ML-KEM algorithm, claiming quantum resistance—but experts say it's mainly a marketing tactic with no immediate practical threat.

Science & Space

How Exploited CNAME Records Turn Prestigious University Domains into Porn Sites

Exploited CNAME records on university domains lead to porn and scam content. Researcher Alex Shakhov reveals how negligent DNS administration enables Hazy Hawk group to hijack hundreds of subdomains at 34+ top schools.

Cybersecurity

Supply Chain Attack: Popular Open-Source ML Tool Element-Data Compromises Credentials

Open-source ML tool element-data (1M+ monthly downloads) was compromised via an account workflow flaw, leading to a malicious version that stole credentials. Developers urge affected users to assume exposure.

Cybersecurity

Security Firms Under Siege: The Checkmarx Supply Chain Attack and Its Broader Implications

Checkmarx endured a supply-chain attack via Trivy, then its own GitHub compromise, followed by ransomware. The incidents highlight rising risks for security firms.

Cybersecurity

CopyFail Linux Vulnerability: Critical Unpatched Flaw Poses Widespread Threat

Critical Linux local privilege escalation flaw CopyFail (CVE-2026-31431) affects all distros. Single exploit script gives root access; patches exist but not widely deployed. Risks include container breakout and CI/CD attacks.

Linux & DevOps

Canonical and Ubuntu Hit by Prolonged DDoS Attack Following Vulnerability Disclosure

A 24-hour DDoS attack by a pro-Iran group has taken down Canonical and Ubuntu servers, hampering communication after a botched vulnerability disclosure. Mirror sites remain operational.

Technology

10 Key Updates on GitHub's Enhanced Status Page Transparency

GitHub revamps status page with 3-tier severity, per-service uptime, and Copilot AI component insights for clearer communication.

Open Source

8 Things You Need to Know About Building an Emoji List Generator with GitHub Copilot CLI

Learn how to build an AI-powered emoji list generator using the GitHub Copilot CLI, from planning to implementation, with open source code.

Open Source

7 Things You Need to Know About Git 2.54

Git 2.54 introduces the experimental `git history` command for simple rewrites like reword and split, built on replay library.

Finance & Crypto

Everything You Need to Know About GitHub Copilot's Shift to Usage-Based Pricing

GitHub Copilot moves to usage-based billing June 1, 2026. AI Credits replace premium requests; token-based billing. Plan prices unchanged. Code completions free. Preview bills in May. Prepare now.

Open Source

8 Key Updates on GitHub’s Reliability Journey

GitHub details two recent availability incidents, exponential growth from AI agents, system coupling challenges, and a new strategy prioritizing reliability with isolation, Go migration, and multi-cloud plans.

Cybersecurity

7 Critical Lessons from GitHub's Git Push RCE Incident

GitHub's rapid response to a critical RCE in the git push pipeline: 7 key lessons from bug bounty to patch deployment, including attack mechanics and upgrade recommendations.

Education & Careers

10 Essential Markdown Tips for GitHub Newcomers

Master Markdown on GitHub with this 10-item guide: from basics to advanced features like tables, task lists, and HTML integration. Perfect for beginners.

Finance & Crypto

Strike CEO Jack Mallers Unveils Bitcoin Lending Innovations and Endorses $2.1B Merger Plan with Tether

Strike CEO Mallers announces lending proof-of-reserves, volatility-proof loans, $2.1B credit facility, and supports Tether merger plan with miners Elektron and Twenty-One Capital.

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