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CYBEROct 5Inspirational content from far-right attackers is still onlineNOS Buitenland
CYBEROct 5AI Arms Race Is Radically Reshaping the Fraud Threat in EMEA, FICO Research FindsNew research from FICO, a leading global analytics software firm, shows that fraud leaders across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are grappling with rising fraud complexity and AI-enabled threats, even as they accelerate investment in AI-driven detection and enterprise-wide fraud strategy. The findings, drawn from FICO's global survey of 202 senior fraud, risk and technology professionals at retail banks, neobanks and fintechs, show that 52% of EMEA institutions now cite increasing fraud complexity as their leading fraud prevention challenge, compared with just 40% of global firms. And nearly half ranked effective AI integration as a top challenge, underscoring that embedding AI into existing fraud controls remains as much an operational hurdle as a technological one. “Fraud in EMEA is not accelerating out of control, but it is becoming far more sophisticated, and that shift matters just as much,” said Adam Davies, vice president, Product Management at FICO. “Fraudsters now have access to the same generative and agentic AI tools that banks are deploying to stop them, and they are using them to scale social engineering, synthetic identities and deepfake-enabled attacks. The institutions pulling ahead are the ones connecting their fraud functions across the enterprise and orchestrating every intelligence source they have, rather than adding point solutions one at a time.” Other highlights from the FICO research for EMEA: EMEA respondents rate AI-enhanced fraud (4.42 out of 5) and social engineering scams (4.36) as more significant threats than the global average (3.86 and 3.90 respectively), with synthetic identities (4.02) and deepfake fraud (3.96) also outpacing global concern levels 86% of EMEA institutions see a unified, enterprise-wide fraud strategy as essential, with 38% already treating it as a critical priority and 48% pursuing it as a longer-term focus Half (51%) of EMEA institutions report false positive rates above 15%, creating friction for legitimate customers even as fraud controls tighten Third-party vendor models now carry the greatest influence over EMEA fraud decisions (46%), far more than in-house models (24%), reflecting growing reliance on external expertise to keep pace with evolving threats “The next 24 months will be defined by orchestration, not by any single piece of technology,” Davies added. “EMEA institutions have already built strong foundations in AI-driven detection, and confidence in agentic AI is particularly high in the region. What’s needed now is the connective tissue: bringing in-house models, vendor intelligence and consortium data together so fraud teams can act on a complete picture in real time, without pushing more friction onto legitimate customers.” Davies points out four priorities for financial institutions in their fight against fraud: Close the deployment gap by moving AI from pilot to production at enterprise scale. “You should prioritize what works within disciplined fraud control frameworks rather than launching yet more pilots,” he noted. Invest in active orchestration across models, channels, products, and portfolios so that shared signals shape fraud management decisions in real time. Apply risk-based, outcome-driven prioritization to balance competing investment demands, led by financial impact and regulatory exposure. Treat fraud prevention and customer experience as a single, connected challenge. “The organizations that can do both will be the ones that define competitive advantage in this era,” Davies said. FICO® Enterprise Fraud Solution, powered by FICO® Platform , addresses the full spectrum of fraud, from synthetic identity and application fraud to real-time payment scams and account takeover. Its composable, API-first architecture integrates with existing systems without requiring a rip-and-replace, while AI and ML models trained on billions of tagged transactions from a consortium of more than 10,000 financial institutions help drive detection accuracy while reducing false positives. Generative and agentic AI capabilities further accelerate investigation and decision-making, and digital simulation tools allow fraud teams to test and tune strategies before deployment. NoYes Artificial Intelligence 05 Oct, 2026financialit_net · united kingdom
CYBERBREAKINGOct 5Attackers Target Rejetto HFS Flaw That Enables Admin Session Forgery and RCEThe Hacker News
CYBERBREAKINGOct 5New NetScaler Zero-Day Exploited in Targeted Attacks Can Knock SAML Deployments OfflineThe Hacker News
CYBEROct 4Five held for providing mule accounts to cyber fraudstersFive held for providing mule accounts to cyber fraudsterstoi · india
CYBEROct 4The NO FAKES Act is a no-brainer: Your identity belongs to youNo one should have to worry that their face or voice can be copied, manipulated or used to deceive others.The Hill
CYBEROct 4Detecting deepfakes, in a world where even reality is suspectHany Farid, a leading expert on deepfakes and digital manipulation, estimates that half of the content widely viewed on the Internet is fake. What does this mean for our ability to detect images generated or hallucinated by artificial intelligence?CBS News
CYBEROct 4CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to CatalogCISA
CYBEROct 4Legal risks pile up for Altman as OpenAI uncovers dozens of hacksCyber security incidents involving company’s AI tools leave ChatGPT maker vulnerable to wave of lawsuitsFinancial Times
CYBEROct 4China-Aligned TA419 Targets U.S. AI Policy Experts With Microsoft AitM PhishingThe Hacker News
CYBEROct 3China and Africa boost law enforcement ties in crackdown on cross-border cybercrimeFrom online-gambling rings in eSwatini to SIM swapping in Kenya and cybercrime networks in Zambia, a wave of cross-border fraud is drawing African governments and China into closer security cooperation. China hosted East African security ministers and police chiefs in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province, on September 10 for talks on terrorism, kidnapping, online fraud and other cross-border threats. China’s public security minister, Wang Xiaohong, said Beijing would strengthen law-enforcement...South China Morning Post
CYBEROct 3Reuters: important hacker ShinyHunters arrested, cooperates with FBIEen prominent lid van de hackersgroep ShinyHunters is deze week in Jordanië opgepakt, melden drie ingewijden aan het internationale persbureau Reuters. Het hackerscollectief claimde eind vorige maand de gegevens van duizenden medewerkers en sollicitanten van de Amerikaanse veiligheidsdienst FBI te hebben bemachtigd. Volgens twee bronnen werkt de verdachte inmiddels samen met de FBI bij het opsporen van andere leden van de hackersgroep. Het gaat volgens de bronnen om Saif al-Din Khader, die door de Jordaanse autoriteiten zou zijn opgepakt. Twee bronnen zeggen dat hij dinsdag is aangehouden. HetNOS Buitenland
CYBEROct 3Warlock Exploits SharePoint Flaws to Disable Security Tools and Deploy RansomwareThe Hacker News
CYBEROct 3Rogue AI agents expose internet's frail foundationAxios
CYBEROct 3The State of Cybersecurity in 2026: Key Segments, Insights, and InnovationsFeaturing: Cybersecurity is being reshaped by the expansion of cloud infrastructure, AI, distributed systems, and increasingly complex digital environments. As organizations manage more identities, devices, data, and internet-facing infrastructure, security is shifting toward continuous visibility, control, and the ability to respond to risk at scale. This report examines how core areas ofThe Hacker News
CYBEROct 2iRhythm says June cyberattack accessed patient dataiRhythm has disclosed that a cyberattack in June resulted in unauthorized access to patient data. This incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity risks for the company.Seeking Alpha Tech
CYBEROct 2RemoteThreat Bets Security Teams Need to Test What Happens After Defenses FailThe offensive cyber operations startup looks to evolve red teaming beyond traditional methods to simulate attackers' increasingly advanced capabilities.Dark Reading
CYBEROct 2Apple updates Full Disk Access controls in macOS in response to probing AI agentsApple has updated its Full Disk Access controls in macOS to address concerns related to probing AI agents. This update aims to enhance the security and privacy of user data on Apple systems.Seeking Alpha Tech
CYBEROct 2How minors are recruited through social media: ClipLa Silla Vacía
CYBEROct 2GitLab Patches Critical 9.9 AI Gateway Flaw Allowing Command Execution on Self-Hosted ServersThe Hacker News
CYBEROct 2Authenticator apps explained: a step-by-step guide to adding two-factor protection to your accountsIf your password is exposed in a data breach or handed over through a phishing scam, it can't keep your accounts safe by itself. A two-factor authentication (2FA) app closes that gap. It adds a second check: you enter a short code generated on a device you control, which means an intruder who has only your password still can't log in.Below, we cover how authenticator apps work, what to look for when choosing one, how to connect it to your accounts, and what to do if the codes stop working or you switch phones.Why a password alone isn't enoughA password is the first line of defense for many online accounts, and sometimes it's the only one. Reusing passwords and falling for phishing both raise the chance that a stolen password will be used to reach your personal data.An authenticator app requires a second code that it creates independently on your mobile device. Even with your password, no one can sign in without that app or device.Start by enabling it on the accounts that matter most, such as email, cloud storage and online banking. Attackers often go after these because breaking into them can expose your identity or your money.Why an authenticator app is safer than SMS codesThe two options you'll see most often when enabling 2FA are SMS codes and an authenticator app. Each one adds protection, but not the same amount.Text-message codes can be intercepted, and the account they're sent to can be hijacked. An authenticator app generates its codes on your device, so they never pass over the cellular network where someone could intercept them.The codes are time-based one-time passwords (TOTP). Each one can be used only once and typically refreshes every 30 seconds.Understand the terms in your security settingsYou may run into several different labels in your account's security settings:Two-factor authentication (2FA): an extra step after your password that confirms it's really you.Multifactor authentication (MFA): frequently used as another name for 2FA, though it can also cover methods like biometrics or hardware tokens.Authenticator app: the phone app that produces the time-based codes.Backup codes: single-use codes issued when you set up 2FA, used to regain access if you lose your device.Choose an authenticator app for Android or iOSChoose an app that suits the way you use your devices day to day. These features are worth looking for:Easy setupOrganized account management, so a long list of entries stays easy to searchEasy recovery optionsCloud backup, so your codes can be restored if your phone is lost (some apps keep codes only on the phone itself)Multi-device support, if you rely on more than one deviceOffline access, so codes are available without an internet connectionSet up 2FA with an authenticator appEach service words things a little differently, but the steps generally look like this:Log in to the account you want to secure and open its settings.Find the security or authentication section.Select the option to turn on two-factor authentication.Open your authenticator app and scan the QR code displayed on screen. If scanning doesn't work, enter the manual code provided by the service instead.Type in the time-based code now showing in the app to complete the link between the app and your account.Label the entry clearly in the app so you know which code belongs to which account.Store the backup codes the service provides in a safe place.Keep your backup codes safeRegaining access to accounts secured by an authenticator app can be difficult if your phone is lost or reset. Backup codes are how you get back in.Every backup code is single-use. Keep them somewhere secure that you can still get to, so you aren't permanently locked out of your accounts.Move your codes when you change phonesBefore wiping or handing off your old phone, follow these steps:Transfer your accounts to the new phone using the authenticator app's export or migration tool, or set up 2FA again for each account on the new device.Confirm that the new phone produces working codes.Only then erase the old phone.If you've already changed phones without transferring your codes, use your backup codes or reach out to the service's support team to recover access to your accounts.Fix authenticator codes that don't workWhen a service keeps rejecting the codes from your app, your device's clock may have drifted out of sync. Enabling automatic time synchronization on your phone usually solves the problem.With several logins at the same provider, it's easy to enter the code meant for a different one. Give every entry in the app a distinct name so you always choose the correct code.What to do if a service only offers SMS or email codesSome services don't work with authenticator apps and provide 2FA only through SMS or email. In those cases, rely on a strong, unique password and enable the service's other account recovery features.Should the service add authenticator app support down the line, move over to it for stronger protection.Check your 2FA setup regularlyFrom time to time, confirm that 2FA is still active on your key accounts, that your backup codes are stored somewhere accessible, and that switching to a new device hasn't disrupted your setup. Staying on top of this lowers your exposure to phishing attacks and to credential stuffing (where attackers try leaked usernames and passwords on other sites).Frequently asked questionsIs an authenticator app safer than SMS codes?In general, yes. SMS codes can be intercepted, or the account receiving them can be hijacked, whereas authenticator app codes are generated on your device and never travel over the cellular network.What's the difference between 2FA and MFA?People often use the two terms interchangeably. MFA can also cover other methods, such as biometrics or hardware tokens.What happens if I lose my phone with my authenticator app on it?Get back into your accounts with the backup codes you saved when setting up 2FA. If you don't have them, the service's support team may be able to assist.Why does my authenticator app show the wrong code?Most likely your phone's clock is out of sync. Enabling automatic time synchronization usually resolves it.egamers · united arab emirates
CYBEROct 2Dell CSM Flaws Enable Unauthenticated Admin Access and Root on Kubernetes NodesThe Hacker News
CYBEROct 2Kiteworks & Citrix Incidents Show Challenges of Zero-Day ResponseOne company told customers to power down its data-protection platform during a nine-hour window, while the other remained mum on reported attacks prior to releasing a patch for its product.Dark Reading
CYBEROct 2New Platform Adds Independent Security Layers for AI Agents“Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Monday introduced a toolkit of software and hardware products that add independent security layers around AI agents to ensure they stay within their test environments even if they attempt to break out… The new Nvidia Open Agent Safety Platform combines OpenShell, its open source software for controlling what agents can […] The post New Platform Adds Independent Security Layers for AI Agents appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress
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