FBI Blames Contractor’s Missed Patch for ShinyHunters Breach

FBI Blames Contractor’s Missed Patch for ShinyHunters Breach

The FBI has removed an Accenture contractor over a data breach that exposed personal information of thousands of bureau employees. The post FBI Blames Contractor’s Missed Patch for ShinyHunters Breach appeared first on SecurityWeek.

FBI Arrests ‘Most Wanted’ Developer of Ploutus ATM Malware

FBI Arrests ‘Most Wanted’ Developer of Ploutus ATM Malware

An alleged leader of Tren de Aragua’s ATM jackpotting activities, Canelon Aguirre was on the FBI’s top 10 most wanted list since March 2026. The post FBI Arrests ‘Most Wanted’ Developer of Ploutus ATM Malware appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Apple to Tighten Full Disk Access Controls in macOS Amid AI Risks

Apple to Tighten Full Disk Access Controls in macOS Amid AI Risks

Citing growing risks posed by more capable and autonomous AI agents, Apple will introduce additional controls. The post Apple to Tighten Full Disk Access Controls in macOS Amid AI Risks appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Cybersecurity M&A Roundup: 39 Deals Announced in September 2026

Cybersecurity M&A Roundup: 39 Deals Announced in September 2026

Significant cybersecurity M&A deals announced by Dragos, IBM, Palo Alto Networks, Kiteworks, and Upwind. The post Cybersecurity M&A Roundup: 39 Deals Announced in September 2026 appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Long-Running NPM Malware Campaign Accumulates 40,000 Downloads

Long-Running NPM Malware Campaign Accumulates 40,000 Downloads

Since August 2023, attackers have published eight malicious packages as part of the MALFEX supply chain campaign. The post Long-Running NPM Malware Campaign Accumulates 40,000 Downloads appeared first on SecurityWeek.