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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/05/2026 > microsoft-litebox-security-focused-open-source-library-os

Microsoft launches LiteBox, a security-focused open-source library OS

1+ hour, 27+ min ago   (201+ words) Microsoft has released LiteBox, a project intended to function as a security-focused library OS that can serve as a secure kernel for protecting a guest kernel using virtualization hardware. LiteBox was developed in collaboration with the Linux Virtualization Based Security…...

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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/05/2026 > aistrike-introduces-ai-powered-mdr-to-reduce-costs-and-alert-fatigue

AiStrike introduces AI-powered MDR to reduce costs and alert fatigue

1+ hour, 57+ min ago   (230+ words) AiStrike announced the launch of AiStrike MDR, an AI-powered managed detection and response (MDR) service designed to replace human-intensive MDR with an AI-led, expert-guided operating model built for scale, speed, and measurable outcomes. In response to this demand, AiStrike is…...

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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/05/2026 > varonis-alltrue-ai-acquisition

Varonis acquires AllTrue.ai to enable safe, compliant AI at scale

2+ hour, 10+ min ago   (263+ words) Varonis is expanding its AI security capabilities through the acquisition of AllTrue.ai, which brings real-time visibility and security to AI systems, complementing Varonis" understanding of enterprise data, identities, and access. Together, the combined platform helps organizations see and protect…...

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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/05/2026 > ai-driven-phishing-threats-increase

AI is driving a new kind of phishing at scale

4+ hour, 40+ min ago   (731+ words) Email remains a primary entry point for attackers, and security teams continue to manage high volumes of malicious messages that change form across campaigns. Attackers generate large numbers of messages with small variations in wording, structure, and delivery paths. AI…...

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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/05/2026 > cybersecurity-planning-national-cybersecurity-strategy

Cybersecurity planning keeps moving toward whole-of-society models

5+ hour, 10+ min ago   (199+ words) National strategies commonly serve as reference points for assigning responsibility across government. Defense ministries, civilian agencies, regulators, and foreign affairs offices receive defined roles tied to national objectives. Central coordination bodies often sit at the center, acting as hubs for…...

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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/05/2026 > measuring-ai-use-becomes-a-business-requirement

Measuring AI use becomes a business requirement

5+ hour, 39+ min ago   (569+ words) Enterprise teams already run dozens of AI tools across daily work. Usage stretches from code generation and analytics to customer support drafting and internal research. Oversight remains uneven across roles, functions, and industries. A new Larridin survey of enterprise leaders…...

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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/04/2026 > connectsecure-linux-patching-capability

ConnectSecure introduces Linux patching capability to simplify cross-distro updates

19+ hour, 33+ min ago   (243+ words) ConnectSecure announced the launch of a new cross-platform Linux operating system patching capability. The update eliminates the complexity of managing fragmented Linux environments by delivering a single, unified interface for deploying critical security updates across the four most widely used…...

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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/04/2026 > secnap-cloudjacket-mxdr

SECNAP CloudJacket MXDR integrates SOC, SIEM, and NDR

23+ hour, 12+ min ago   (554+ words) SECNAP Network Security announced the launch of CloudJacket MXDR, a next-generation managed extended detection and response solution. Built on the company's patented CloudJacket platform, CloudJacket MXDR enhances SECNAP's security portfolio by extending its existing capabilities, including advanced network detection and…...

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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/04/2026 > google-looker-vulnerabilities-cve-2025-12743

Major vulnerabilities found in Google Looker, putting self-hosted deployments at risk

23+ hour, 40+ min ago   (314+ words) Researchers at Tenable have disclosed two vulnerabilities, collectively referred to as "LookOut," affecting Google Looker. Because the business intelligence platform is deployed by more than 60,000 organizations in 195 countries, the flaws could give attackers a path to system takeover or access…...

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helpnetsecurity.com > 02/04/2026 > avast-deepfake-guard

Avast brings deepfake scam detection to Windows PCs and mobile devices

1+ day, 48+ min ago   (466+ words) Avast announced the full international availability of Avast Scam Guardian and Scam Guardian Pro on mobile devices, alongside the launch of Avast Deepfake Guard on Windows PCs, a new AI-powered feature designed to proactively analyze and detect malicious audio in…...