Researchers demonstrated they could manipulate GitHub’s AI to access private repositories, raising security concerns about AI-assisted code platforms.
GitLost: We Tricked GitHub’s AI Agent Into Leaking Private Repos
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OpenBSD Has A Use-after-free Allowing Local Privilege Escalation To Root
A use-after-free vulnerability in OpenBSD allows local attackers to escalate privileges to root. Developers are investigating the issue.
Tenda Firmware (Multiple Versions) Contains Hidden Authentication Backdoor
Security researchers discover a hidden authentication backdoor in multiple Tenda router firmware versions, raising concerns over device security.
Judge approves $46.75 million payout for 23andMe data breach victims
A judge has approved a $46.75 million payout for victims of the 23andMe data breach, affecting thousands of users and raising privacy concerns.
Alibaba bans staff from using Claude Code over Anthropic spyware concerns
Alibaba restricts staff from using Anthropic’s Claude Code due to spyware concerns, highlighting security risks in AI tools.
Best VPN for Streaming World Cup: Tested on July 1st.
A comprehensive test on July 1st identifies the top VPNs for streaming World Cup matches securely and reliably, highlighting performance and access.
Leaking YouTube Creators’ Private Videos
Multiple YouTube creators report their private videos being leaked online, raising concerns about privacy breaches and security vulnerabilities.
Smooth AI criminal drives ‘first’ end-to-end agentic ransomware attack
A new cyberattack marks the first known case of an AI-driven, autonomous ransomware attack, raising concerns over future cyber threats.
Show HN: Bramble – Local-first Password Manager
Bramble, an open source password manager with peer-to-peer sync, releases Android and iOS apps, expanding beyond its initial Chrome extension.
Virginia Bans Sale Of Geolocation Data
Virginia enacts law prohibiting the sale of geolocation data, marking a significant step in privacy regulation. Details on scope and enforcement remain developing.
