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Last updated: 03:55 AM IST Β· August 18, 2026

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General2026-08-18 Β· 03:55 AM IST

PokΓ©mon Center Customers Caught in Supply Chain Security Failure

Hackers breached a shipping company used by PokΓ©mon Center, exposing UK and German customer data.

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Security2026-08-18 Β· 03:55 AM IST

Pokemon Center Hit by Major Security Breach; Customer Data Compromised in Azure Attack

Hackers accessed Pokemon Center systems through stolen Microsoft credentials, exposing customer information and forcing order cancellations.

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Security2026-08-18 Β· 03:55 AM IST

Cybercriminal Claims Access to Millions of Microsoft Azure Credentials From Fortune 500 Companies

A threat actor publicly announced possession of 3.6M Azure account details potentially affecting major enterprises worldwide.

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Security2026-08-18 Β· 03:55 AM IST

Iranian Hacking Group Upgrades Malicious Software Used to Target Israeli Organizations

Security researchers discover Iranian state-backed hackers are improving their attack tools, putting businesses at greater risk.

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Networking2026-08-18 Β· 03:55 AM IST

Popular WordPress Plugin Flaw Exposes Hundreds of Thousands of Sites to Complete Takeover

Critical security hole in widely-used form plugin puts 600K+ websites at risk of unauthorized code execution attacks.

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General2026-08-18 Β· 03:55 AM IST

Critical Security Hole Found in Popular WordPress Plugin Puts Websites at Risk

A dangerous flaw in Forminator plugin allows hackers to upload harmful files without needing login credentials, threatening thousands of WordPress sites.

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General2026-08-18 Β· 03:55 AM IST

Critical Snowflake Integration Bug Exposes GitHub Users to Code Execution Attacks

Security researchers discovered a dangerous flaw in Snowflake's GitHub automation tools that could let attackers run malicious commands through fake issue reports.

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Security2026-08-18 Β· 03:55 AM IST

GitLab's API Security Gap Exposes Public Repositories to Unauthorized Deletion

An unpatched vulnerability in GitLab's query system allows anyone to destroy public projects without logging in.

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Hardware2026-08-17 Β· 04:00 AM IST

Understanding How Kubernetes Keeps Your Applications Running Without Overwhelming Your Servers

New technical guide explains the caching system that prevents Kubernetes controllers from crashing infrastructure.

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DevOps2026-08-17 Β· 04:00 AM IST

Kubernetes Container Platform Prepares Major Overhaul in Next Version

The popular Kubernetes container orchestration system is planning significant changes, removals, and updates for its upcoming v1.37 release.

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General2026-08-17 Β· 04:00 AM IST

Kubernetes Takes Major Step Forward with New Traffic Routing Capabilities

Kubernetes Gateway API v1.6 brings TCP and UDP routing out of experimental status, giving developers more reliable ways to manage network traffic.

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DevOps2026-08-17 Β· 04:00 AM IST

Making Kubernetes Configuration Files Readable: Why KYAML Is Changing How Teams Format Their Infrastructure Code

A new formatting tool helps DevOps teams organize Kubernetes files consistently, solving years of messy configuration management.

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Security2026-08-17 Β· 04:00 AM IST

Mac Users Face New Browser Hijacking Threat as AmnesiaStealer Malware Emerges

A newly discovered macOS malware can take remote control of web browsers and steal user sessions, putting Apple computer owners at risk.

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Security2026-08-17 Β· 04:00 AM IST

Encrypted Messaging Platform Threema Falls Offline After Coordinated Network Attack

Threema users locked out as attackers flood servers; privacy-focused service struggles to restore access.

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General2026-08-17 Β· 04:00 AM IST

SafePal Wallet Suffers Major Security Breach Exposing Tens of Thousands of Customer Records

A vulnerability in SafePal's systems compromised nearly 40,000 users' order details, with attackers now attempting to sell the stolen information.

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Security2026-08-17 Β· 04:00 AM IST

Nearly 40,000 SafePal Users Exposed in Major Cryptocurrency Wallet Security Failure

SafePal wallet users face data theft risk after breach compromises nearly 40,000 customer records now being sold online.

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DevOps2026-08-16 Β· 03:57 AM IST

Container Management Platform Strengthens Community Communication Channels

Kubernetes enhances its public messaging strategy to keep users informed about system improvements and ecosystem developments.

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Cloud2026-08-16 Β· 03:57 AM IST

Amazon Expands Cloud Infrastructure in Europe While Pushing AI Tools Deeper Into Development

AWS rolls out new regional capabilities and AI features, signaling continued investment in global cloud services and developer tools.

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Cloud2026-08-16 Β· 03:57 AM IST

AWS Makes Major Moves on AI Affordability and Data Search Speed

Amazon Web Services cuts AI model costs, upgrades database search capabilities, and simplifies monitoring in latest updates.

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General2026-08-16 Β· 03:57 AM IST

Amazon Upgrades DynamoDB to Handle Instant Vector Searches Across Massive Datasets

Amazon DynamoDB now enables lightning-fast vector searches at any scale, transforming how companies build AI-powered applications.

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AI2026-08-16 Β· 03:57 AM IST

Amazon Bedrock Adds Always-On Computing Option for AI Agents That Need to Keep Working

AWS expands its AI platform with persistent compute infrastructure designed to run intelligent agents continuously in production environments.

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Cloud2026-08-16 Β· 03:57 AM IST

Amazon's Latest Cloud Moves: AI Search, Developer Recognition, and Infrastructure Expansion

AWS unveils web search capabilities for AI models, honors top cloud experts, and introduces new tools for enterprise development.

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Security2026-08-16 Β· 03:57 AM IST

Major Communications Platform Suffers Massive Customer Data Leak Affecting Millions

Hackers breach RingCentral, exposing personal details of 1.6 million users including names and contact info.

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Linux2026-08-16 Β· 03:57 AM IST

Hackers Weaponize Home Routers Through New Linux Malware Campaign

Cybercriminals are hijacking internet routers to secretly relay malicious traffic across networks.

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Cloud2026-08-15 Β· 03:51 AM IST

Google Cloud Commits to Quantum-Safe Security by 2029

Google Cloud unveils timeline to protect customer data against future quantum computing threats, targeting full implementation by 2029.

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AI2026-08-15 Β· 03:51 AM IST

Vulnerability Scanner Trivy Emerges as Real Culprit in Major Software Supply Chain Attack

Security investigation reveals Trivy scanning tool, not LiteLLM library, was the actual entry point for compromising thousands of organizations.

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Security2026-08-15 Β· 03:51 AM IST

Critical Security Gaps Emerge Across Aviation and Infrastructure as Tech Company Downsizes

Major vulnerabilities discovered in aircraft systems and cooling equipment while cybersecurity firm cuts workforce amid emerging threats.

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Security2026-08-15 Β· 03:51 AM IST

Critical SAP Commerce Vulnerability Under Active Exploit as Hackers Target Enterprise Systems

A dangerous security flaw in SAP Commerce Cloud is now being weaponized by attackers, putting businesses worldwide at risk.

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Security2026-08-15 Β· 03:51 AM IST

macOS Security Flaw Puts Apple Users at Risk as Hackers Gain Access Tool

Dutch cyber agency warns of widespread exploitation of Apple authentication weakness now that working attack code is publicly available.

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Security2026-08-15 Β· 03:51 AM IST

Criminal Ring Targeted Apple Computers to Steal from Bank Customers Across Multiple Countries

Authorities arrested cybercriminals who exploited Mac vulnerabilities to mine cryptocurrency and access banking systems.

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Security2026-08-15 Β· 03:51 AM IST

International Police Bust Criminal Ring Behind €30 Million Bank Theft Using Vendor Security Weakness

Authorities arrest hackers who stole millions by exploiting a gap in service provider security systems used by banks.

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AI2026-08-15 Β· 03:51 AM IST

Anthropic Develops Hidden Signature System to Track AI-Written Content

Anthropic is creating invisible markers to identify text generated by Claude, helping users distinguish AI from human writing.

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Security2026-08-14 Β· 04:59 AM IST

Major Security Companies Snap Up Smaller Firms in Massive July Acquisition Wave

Six major cybersecurity leaders announced 21 acquisitions in July 2026, reshaping the industry landscape.

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General2026-08-14 Β· 04:59 AM IST

Digital Defenses Under Pressure as Attack Methods Grow More Sophisticated

Security experts warn that hackers are evolving faster than organizations can defend themselves, creating dangerous gaps in protection.

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Security2026-08-14 Β· 04:59 AM IST

Microsoft Closes Critical Security Hole Used by State-Sponsored Hackers

Microsoft patches dangerous vulnerability exploited by Jewelbug espionage group targeting governments and stealing cryptocurrency.

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Security2026-08-14 Β· 04:59 AM IST

Government Email System Infiltrated as Criminals Exploit Security Vulnerabilities for Dual Attack

Cybercriminals breached government email systems while simultaneously running cryptocurrency scams, using basic restart techniques to bypass security tools.

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Security2026-08-14 Β· 04:59 AM IST

Akira Gang Bypasses Security Tools, Steals Files but Leaves Systems Unencrypted

Criminal hackers find workaround to disable protective software, successfully stealing data while encryption attack fails.

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AI2026-08-14 Β· 04:59 AM IST

Ukrainian Authorities Dismantle Massive Scam Operation Using Fake Security Warnings

Ukraine shuts down 94 fraudulent call centers that tricked millions with fake device warnings, seizing millions in stolen funds.

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Security2026-08-14 Β· 04:59 AM IST

Apple Warns Users of Targeted Spyware Designed to Steal Personal Data

Apple notifies customers about mercenary surveillance software targeting specific individuals worldwide.

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Security2026-08-14 Β· 04:59 AM IST

Microsoft SharePoint Under Fire as Hackers Weaponize Security Flaw Following Public Exploit Release

Cybercriminals actively exploiting SharePoint authentication weakness after proof-of-concept code went public.

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