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The financial sector was recently targeted by an AI hacking attack.

OpenAI claims it used its own model to mediate an insider threat concern, but some are questioning the details of this incident.

VentureBeat’s September 2026 Agentic Security and Identity survey asked 102 enterprises how they secure and revoke AI agent access. Forty described a program that enforces scoped identities and runtime permission checks, and 17 of those 40 then said some or most of their agents still share credentials. Only 14 of the overall 102 said they could revoke access within minutes.Read more

The FTC has subpoenaed OpenAI and Anthropic over potential consumer protection violations. An AI security expert explains the risks of enterprise AI agents. The post FTC Demands Answers From OpenAI and Anthropic About AI Safety appeared first on TechRepublic.

Healthcare saw an average of 3.33 attacks each day in Q3 2026.

German police seized a humanoid robot after it allegedly groped a teenage girl in Cologne, raising questions about human control and criminal responsibility. The post German Police Seize Robot After Alleged Groping of 16-Year-Old Girl appeared first on TechRepublic.

A data breach against CenterPoint Energy has impacted approximately 1 million Texans.

The EU is questioning OpenAI and Anthropic over AI agent security incidents, raising questions about the AI Act's reach into model development and testing. The post EU Questions OpenAI, Anthropic Over AI Agent Security Incidents appeared first on TechRepublic.

A Windows 11 update is disrupting Remote Desktop connections for some business users. Microsoft identifies the affected security feature and a workaround. The post Windows 11 Remote Desktop Fails After Update — Microsoft Points to Security Feature appeared first on TechRepublic.

Anthropic says small AI models may be able to clone themselves and spread across internet-connected devices within a matter of months.

CISA is urging organizations to update Ivanti Connect Secure (ICS) appliances/deployments.

Microsoft's October 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 1,413 vulnerabilities, including an exploited Windows zero-day and critical Outlook security flaws. The post Microsoft Patch Tuesday Fixes 1,413 Flaws: Windows Zero-Day Already Under Attack appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Security leaders discuss the cyberattack that impacted more than 700 retailers.

Android users can transfer passwords and passkeys between compatible password managers. Here's how Credential Exchange works, how to import into 1Password, and what to check before switching. The post How to Transfer Passwords and Passkeys Between Android Password Managers appeared first on TechRepublic.

Microsoft Teams was a recurring initial access vector in the first half of 2026.

A cybersecurity researcher discovered a publicly accessible database with credentials from previous breaches.

UK researchers regain access to advanced AI models for safety testing as ministers consider stronger incident reporting and expand government cyber defenses. The post UK Regains Early Access to AI Models After Reported White House Reversal appeared first on TechRepublic.

Compare the best penetration testing tools for 2026, including pricing, key features, use cases, and top picks for modern security teams today. The post Top 8 Penetration Testing Tools to Enhance Your Security in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.

Google has announced new Android Enterprise policies for controlling AI automation, alongside stronger work-profile protections and additional device-management features. The post Google Adds Android Enterprise AI Controls: What IT Teams Can Manage appeared first on TechRepublic.

Cybercriminals claimed a breach, but no samples have been shared.

Small businesses are building AI faster than they can govern it.

Fashion retailer H&M Group is investigating claims that it was breached.

The Dutch National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC-NL) and cybersecurity organization Modat discovered more than 8,500 exposed systems linked to European wind farms and solar parks.

Infrastructure for a targeted campaign against South Korean financial institutions has been discovered.

Explore the latest tech news, from ChatGPT's interactive AI tools and Microsoft's new hardware to cybersecurity threats, robotics, and Big Tech shakeups. The post AI Agents, Local Hardware, and Security Risks Reshape Tech appeared first on TechRepublic.

Anthropic’s models have outrun the people who patch what the models find.Read more

Five states have sued TP-Link over router security and disclosure claims. Here's how the lawsuits, FCC restrictions, and firmware vulnerabilities affect existing owners. The post TP-Link Faces 5 State Lawsuits: Are Its Routers Still Legal in the US? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Five data security stories to know about.

Three key steps IT leaders can take to bolster their organization’s security.

Recently, additional information was released regarding the data breach Oracle Health faced in Spring 2025.

We compare current Ring, Nest, Arlo, and Eufy outdoor security cameras by video quality, AI features, storage, subscriptions, and long-term cost. The post Best Smart Home Security Cameras for 2026: Ring, Nest, Arlo and Eufy appeared first on TechRepublic.

Nearly half of cybersecurity professionals depend on passwords to authenticate personal accounts, and almost as many depend on them for work accounts.

Learn AI-assisted recon, payload generation, and report writing alongside Burp Suite in this lifetime course. The post Use AI to Hunt Bugs Smarter With This $14.99 Course appeared first on TechRepublic.

Google’s October 2026 update patches critical Pixel flaws, fixes VoIP and keyboard bugs, and may mark the end of regular support for Pixel 6. The post Google October Update Fixes Pixel Bugs as Pixel 6 Nears End of Support appeared first on TechRepublic.

Ofcom has opened a formal probe into whether Meta properly assessed safety risks before launching Instagram Instants under the UK Online Safety Act. The post Meta Faces First Ofcom Probe Under Online Safety Act Over Instagram Instants appeared first on TechRepublic.

The FBI employee breach was caused by an Accenture flaw.

The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration is reversing a planned Microsoft 365 cloud migration as officials seek greater control over sensitive government data. The post Dutch Tax Agency Reverses Microsoft 365 Cloud Migration Over Data Risks appeared first on TechRepublic.

South Korea’s president ordered a financial-sector probe after breaches hit major banks and lenders, exposing customer data and raising questions about AI-assisted attacks. The post South Korean President Orders Probe After Financial Data Breaches appeared first on TechRepublic.

Samsung’s October 2026 security update patches nine critical Android flaws and multiple Galaxy vulnerabilities. Here’s what users should update. The post Samsung’s October Update Patches 9 Critical Security Flaws Across Galaxy Devices appeared first on TechRepublic.