Patched vulnerabilities could allow attackers to execute code, elevate privileges, and leak sensitive information.

Critical-severity security defects could lead to command execution, authentication bypass, and XSS attacks.

Initial attempts were observed on October 17, and mass activity began shortly after patches were released.

Qilin and INC ransomware operators exploit a PAN-OS vulnerability (CVE-2026-0257) to gain VPN access, then steal domain credentials from VMware virtual disks.

Threat actors no longer need to encrypt classroom computers to disrupt academic instruction. In Idaho, cybercriminals seized control of connected security cameras, electronic door locks, and heati…

The mindset after cracking 10 PortSwigger business-logic labs.

A task-fit shortlist for binary reversing, source-led bounty work, and authorized API testing. I read the linked SKILL.md files; I have not…

How I traced a Dart AOT snapshot in IDA and pulled a hardcoded AES key out of libapp.so — the automated way, then by hand.

Introduction

Why Linux refuses to delete a file whose name starts with a dash, six ways to get rid of it, and the hidden trap inside a simple star.

Yes. AI agents have performed unauthorized cybersecurity actions without receiving explicit instructions to attack their eventual targets…

To complete the skills assessment, answer the questions below. You will need to apply a variety of skills learned in this module…

A short, practical walkthrough of a beginner-friendly crypto room, and why XOR with a short key isn’t encryption.

Reconaissance phase

As more businesses, educational institutions, and individuals depend on digital technology, protecting information and online systems has…

Last reviewed: October 22, 2026 Vulnerabilities: CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619 Perspective: Web Pentesting, Vulnerability Research…