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In recent cybersecurity news, a significant data breach at La Poste subsidiary Maileva has affected 22 million individuals in France, exposing sensitive personal information. Additionally, a secret stealer malware targeting GitHub repositories was reported, highlighting the ongoing risks in software development environments. The compromise of the Claude Code extension was linked to a stolen access key from the Fireworks AI platform, illustrating the dangers of credential exposure. Overall, attackers are shifting focus beyond traditional vulnerabilities, increasingly targeting user credentials and access keys to exploit software and services. This trend emphasizes the need for enhanced security measures and awareness in both corporate and individual contexts.
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The drill is designed to test member states’ preparedness for an attack affecting the continent’s distribution networks
The AI Standard Hub is designed to improve AI governance as use of these technologies surge
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FBI, CISA and NSA warn Russian cyber-criminals are targeting America's critical infrastructure
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