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Dozens of malicious packages on NPM collect host and network data
60 packages have been discovered in the NPM index that attempt to collect sensitive host and network data and send it to a Discord webhook controlled by the threat actor. According to Socket’s Threat Research team, the packages were uploaded to the NPM repository starting May 12 from three publisher accounts. Each of the malicious packages contains a post-install script that…
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Wifi network attacks: The risk to businesses
Attacks designed to exploit weaknesses in Wi-Fi networks are on the rise, with hackers increasingly targeting vulnerabilities in Wi-Fi infrastructure to gain unauthorized access, intercept sensitive data and launch further attacks. The main area of concern is the deauthentication attack; a form of denial of service (DoS) attack that takes advantage of a basic flaw in the 802.11 Wi-FI protocol…
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China takes edge computing to orbit with first space-based processing network – Computerworld
“China’s Three-Body Computing Constellation marks a radical evolution in edge computing — demonstrating a ‘hyper-edge’ model: autonomous, localized processing under extreme latency and bandwidth constraints,” explained Deepti Sekhri, practice director at Everest Group. “This leap forces enterprise edge strategies to move beyond basic edge nodes toward resilient, AI-infused micro-infrastructures. We can expect the biggest impact in industries like manufacturing, defense,…
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Telefónica resolves Spanish mobile network outage
Telefónica has resolved an issue that caused a widespread mobile network blackout across Spain, with all major providers including Vodafone, O2, Orange, and Movistar affected. The outage, reportedly linked to a network update issued by Telefónica, began around 5am local time, per the website Downdetector. Customers across the entirety of Spain were unable to make phone calls, access mobile data,…
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Mac’s Upcoming AFP Removal Will Break Some NAS Drives and Network Shares
Apple has officially deprecated the Apple Filing Protocol (AFP) client in the latest update for Mac computers, and the feature will be “removed in a future version of macOS.” The change will break file sharing with many old network drives and Mac models, including Apple’s discontinued Time Capsule. The Apple Filing Protocol was the original network file sharing technology in…
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Is Google’s smart tag network any good yet?
When Google launched its long-awaited Find My Device network in April 2024, it arrived to… well, what’s the opposite of “fanfare”? A slow network rollout and damning reviews dampened enthusiasm for what was supposed to be a wave of Android-powered rivals to Apple’s AirTag. But a year’s a long time in tech, and Google has been promising improvements almost since…
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Network Security at the Edge for AI-ready Enterprise
Modern enterprises are adopting AI applications, particularly generative AI (GenAI), at a rapid rate. This adds new network security challenges to already complex enterprise workloads spanning data centers, campuses, cloud, branches, and remote user locations. Network data is being reshaped by the rapid adoption of AI products. By 2026, it is estimated that over 80% of businesses are likely to…
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How to Get Faster, Safer WiFi With a Guest Network
There are many valid reasons to set up a guest network, but to us it really boils down to these three: It can improve the privacy and security of your devices, simplify the process of sharing WiFi with visitors, and improve the performance of your network. Let’s start with security. When you give guests access to your main network, you…
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Integrating Starlink with Existing Network Infrastructures
As businesses and organizations continue to expand their reliance on cloud-based solutions, high-speed internet connectivity has become more critical than ever. This is particularly true in remote or underserved areas, where traditional broadband may be unavailable or unreliable. Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, offers an innovative solution for providing high-speed internet to businesses in such areas. Integrating Starlink into existing…
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Zero trust gains momentum amid growing network visibility challenges
Network visibility challenges and rising cyber threats are prompting a step change in security strategies, according to new research, with firms ramping up zero trust capabilities. Findings from AlgoSec’s 2025 State of Network Security report show seven-in-ten security teams report visibility issues, which is delaying threat detection and response. Respondents to a survey by the firm warned that a lack…
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