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    More money is going to physical security, but it’s often CISOs that oversee it: EY

    Organizations should centralize physical security and cybersecurity so both are adequately prepared for, the consulting firm says in a survey report.

    By Robert Freedman • May 14, 2026
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    Frontier AI models reap rapid discovery of security vulnerabilities

    Security teams have just a few months before AI-driven exploitation becomes the norm, researchers warn.

    By • May 14, 2026
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    The Cybersecurity Skills Gap

    From AI to federal budget cuts, the nature of cybersecurity work is changing faster than ever.

    By Cybersecurity Dive staff
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    OpenAI launches Daybreak to combat cyber threats

    The cybersecurity initiative uses AI to detect software vulnerabilities, partnering with Cloudflare, Cisco and CrowdStrike to counter threats.

    By Paige Gross • May 13, 2026
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    Guardrail Technologies launches Traffic Light for Code & AIâ„¢; first security technology to verify & secure AI code and the people creating it

    PARK CITY, Utah (May 5, 2026) — Guardrail Technologies, the leading provider of AI security and governance software for enterprises building with AI, today announced the launch of Traffic Light for Code & AI™, which verifies both the code AI generates and the people...

    May 12, 2026
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    Identity takes center stage as a leading factor in enterprise cyberattacks

    A new report shows two-thirds of ransomware attacks began with an identity-related breach.

    By • May 12, 2026
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    AI and an absent government: Takeaways from RSAC 2026

    Cybersecurity professionals discussed the balance between autonomy and oversight at the recent conference.

    By • May 12, 2026
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    New cybersecurity industry coalition aims to lead US critical infrastructure protection

    The new Alliance for Critical Infrastructure’s biggest goal: changing how the nation plans for a major cybersecurity crisis.

    By • May 11, 2026
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    Anthropic’s Claude used in attempted compromise of Mexican water utility

    Researchers warn the incident highlights how AI tools can help untrained threat actors develop complex cyberattack capabilities.

    By • May 8, 2026
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    Businesses eager but unprepared for AI to transform their security strategies

    Meanwhile, a new report found, companies are neglecting other basic security tools.

    By • May 6, 2026
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    NIST will test three major tech firms’ frontier AI models for cybersecurity risks

    After Anthropic’s announcement of Claude Mythos, agencies across the government are racing to get ahead of new AI models’ potential dangers.

    By • May 6, 2026
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    CISA urges critical infrastructure firms to ‘fortify’ before it’s too late

    As concerns mount about potential cyber sabotage by the Chinese government, the U.S. is warning operators to practice maintaining services in a degraded state.

    By • Updated May 5, 2026
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    White House questions tech industry on defensive AI use, cybersecurity resilience

    Companies may be reluctant to answer some of the government’s questions, given the sensitive topics they address.

    By • May 1, 2026
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    US and allies urge ‘careful adoption’ of AI agents

    New guidance from a coalition of Western governments underscores the difficult-to-predict risks of still-evolving agentic tools.

    By • May 1, 2026
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    PwC partners with Google Cloud to take on the managed security market

    The professional services firm is stepping up its managed security ambitions with a Google Cloud-powered service that leans on agentic AI. The target market is companies that have outgrown DIY security.

    By Nidhi Sharma • April 30, 2026
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    US agencies promote zero-trust practices for operational technology networks

    Many zero-trust defenses work differently in industrial environments than in traditional business networks, five federal agencies said in newly published guidance.

    By • April 30, 2026
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    State CISOs losing confidence in ability to manage cyber risks

    Deloitte-NASCIO study shows AI, budget pressures are forcing states to make tough decisions.

    By • April 29, 2026
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    When security becomes the attack surface: Why endpoint protection must evolve

    When attackers target security tools, protection must be resilient, self-healing and always on.

    By Nima Baiati, Vice President and General Manager, Commercial Software & Security Solutions, Lenovo • April 27, 2026
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    Hasbro expects March cyberattack to impact second-quarter revenue

    The toymaker is reviewing files and working to fully bring certain systems back online. The company will incur some costs related to the investigation.

    By • April 24, 2026
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    AI-written software creates hassles for wary security teams

    A new report explains what cybersecurity practitioners need to see before they trust AI coding tools. 

    By • April 23, 2026
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    Trump’s CISA director pick withdraws after tumultuous nomination

    CISA has been without a permanent director for more than a year, imperiling its efforts to establish a strategic direction.

    By • Updated April 23, 2026
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    CISA urges security teams to view environments following axios compromise

    A suspected North Korea-linked actor is behind a supply chain attack on the widely used library.

    By • April 21, 2026
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    Big banks seek to ease security worries as AI push accelerates

    “AI is our friend, OK?” said Morgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick during the bank’s earnings call as the industry grapples with its disruptive potential. 

    By Makenzie Holland • April 21, 2026
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    Stellantis teams with Microsoft to strengthen digital capabilities

    As part of the 5-year agreement, collaborative teams will co-develop more than 100 initiatives relating to AI and cybersecurity.

    By Eric Walz • April 20, 2026
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    Vulnerability exploitation surges often precede disclosure, offering possible early warnings

    Organizations can get ahead of major flaws with the right threat intelligence, according to a new report.

    By • April 20, 2026
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    Vercel systems targeted after third-party tool compromised

    An employee using a consumer app was breached after granting too many permissions.

    By • April 20, 2026