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First malicious MCP server for AI found
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First malicious MCP server for AI found

Simple code change created email harvester.

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Asahi Group production impacted by cyberattack

Still checking its 30 plants across Japan.

By Staff Writer
 
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Singtel says Optus CEO needs time to fix issues

After emergency call outages.

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Industry groups worry about cyber info sharing

As key US law is set to expire.

By AJ Vicens
 
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AI is everywhere but who's accountable?

As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in nearly every sector, experts warn that the pace of adoption has far outstripped the development of governance.

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