Critical GitHub RCE bug exposed millions of repositories A critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in GitHub could potentially allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on GitHub.com and GitHub Enterprise Server. Uncovered by Wiz researchers, the now-patched bug exploited how GitHub handles server-side “git push” operations. By crafting malicious input within a standard Git push , an authenticated user could execute arbitrary commands via Gi… Cisco bolsters security, AI support in latest SD-WAN release Cisco has bolstered the security and AI control features in its latest release of SD-WAN software. The company rolled out Cisco SD-WAN 26.1.1 with a number of new features that, for example, let enterprise customers define security policies once and apply them consistently across the network, gain end-to-end visibility, and pivot from a traditional WAN to a high-performance, AI-ready fabric—all w… The era of chatbot AIOps is fading as agentic AI gains traction New research from Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) suggests that the first wave of AI adoption—centered on chatbots and virtual assistants—is succumbing to an AI agent-driven model . In a survey of 458 IT professionals actively using AI in network operations, EMA found that just 15% prefer traditional chatbot-style interfaces. The same respondents also reported the lowest levels of success … Emergency First Responders Say Waymos Are Getting Worse “I believe the technology was deployed too quickly in too vast amounts, with hundreds of vehicles, when it wasn’t really ready,” one police official told federal regulators last month. Taylor Swift Wants to Trademark Her Likeness. These TikTok Deepfake Ads Show Why Researchers show scammers are using AI-manipulated footage of celebrity interviews to trick users into sharing their personal data. Best VPN deals: Protect your privacy for the lowest prices Whether you’re looking for something that will give you the privacy you need or access to location-restricted streaming content, we’ve got you covered with the very best VPN deals currently available. But not all deals are worth it, so we only highlight those offered by reputable providers that we’ve personally reviewed and recommend. We’ve also included some helpful answers to common questions a… Microsoft PowerToys just made multi-monitor life way less miserable Microsoft’s collection of free PowerToys apps shines when it identifies the things you hate about Windows computing, and solves them with a keystroke. April’s 0.99 update adds Power Display and Grab And Move, which do just that. Both seem fantastically useful in their own way. PowerDisplay helps eliminate the need to fumble around with your monitor’s physical controls by moving them to Windows, a… 'Speed running' Scientology: TikTok trend causes havoc, church alleges 'hate crimes' Several groups of teens have stormed into Scientology buildings in Hollywood in recent weeks as part of a viral trend. While some see a form of activism, church officials have reported the incidents to the LAPD as hate crimes. Tim Cook to become Apple Executive Chairman John Ternus to become Apple CEO Apple announced Tim Cook will become executive chairman of Apple’s board of directors and John Ternus will become Apple’s next CEO. Grindr — yes, Grindr — won the WHCD party circuit Hello and welcome to Regulator, a newsletter for Verge subscribers about technology, politics, and technology learning how to politick. If you're not a subscriber but would like to support our work, please subscribe here. I promise that your money will not go toward paying for a drone-proof ballroom for The Verge staff, no matter how […] All the evidence unveiled so far in Musk v. Altman The Musk v. Altman trial is underway, and that means exhibits, or the evidence to be presented in court, are being revealed piece by piece. So far, email exchanges, photos, and corporate documents are circulating from the earliest days of OpenAI - and from before the AI lab even had a name. Some high-level takeaways: […] |
Ubuntu's AI Plans Have Linux Users Looking For a 'Kill Switch' Canonical's plan to add AI features to Ubuntu has sparked pushback from users who are concerned it could follow Windows 11's AI-heavy direction. "After Canonical's announcement earlier this week that it's bringing AI features to Ubuntu, replies included requests for an AI 'kill switch' or a way to disable the upcoming features," reports The Verge. Canonical says it has no plans for a "global AI kill switch" but it will allow users to remove any AI features they don't want. From the report: In h… Apple Gives Up On the Vision Pro After M5 Refresh Flop MacRumors reports that Apple has effectively paused work on Vision Pro after the M5 refresh failed to revive demand. The team has reportedly been reassigned and the company is now shifting focus toward smart glasses instead. From the report: The Vision Pro has been criticized for its high price tag and its uncomfortable weight. The device is over 1.3 pounds, and even with the more comfortable Dual Knit Band that Apple added to redistribute weight, it continues to be hard to wear for long period… I’m addicted to checking my phone. Could a blocking device stop me? Physical phone blocking devices, powered by NFC wireless technology, are becoming a popular solution for doomscrolling. Brigid Delaney puts one to the test Wake up, 100 messages from group chat overnight about something – what? another assassination attempt; a village destroyed in Lebanon; the football result in England; the weather in Iran being manipulated; the pesticides causing lung and bowel… Musk Says He ‘Was a Fool’ to Provide OpenAI’s Early Funding In the second day of a trial pitting Mr. Musk against OpenAI, he said he was misled by the company’s chief executive, Sam Altman. But OpenAI’s lawyer said evidence showed the opposite. 5 Cars With The Fewest Design Changes Over The Last 20 Years While there are a lot of nameplates that have stuck around for decades, not many cars have remained virtually without any major design overhauls save a few. One of America’s oldest weather observatories shows people the science behind our climate At Blue Hill Observatory and Science Center, a weather station 15 miles south of Boston, staff and volunteers have been using many of the same tools to monitor the weather since it opened in 1885 Social media's role in rising political violence in America in spotlight Imran Ahmed, CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, discusses the explosion of violent political rhetoric on social media platforms. Anthropic's Mythos forces a rethink of vulnerability management Mythos' unprecedented ability to both identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and generate exploits underscores for CIOs an urgent need to revamp vulnerability management. China OSAT leader JCET expands in advanced packaging, profit climbs China's leading OSAT player, JCET, reported solid first-quarter 2026 results, supported by demand in high-performance computing and automotive electronics, even as the broader semiconductor industry continues its shift toward advanced packaging. The “Bug-Free” Workforce: How AI Efficiency Is Subtly Disrupting The Interactions That Build Strong Teams AI tools are eliminating the need to “bug” colleagues for help, but the informal interactions they replace are the very scaffolding that builds team trust, belonging, and innovation. Casey Hudetz and Eric Olive explore the research and potential impacts behind that risk and offer practical strategies for maintaining human connection while leveraging AI’s strengths. |
Píše se o |