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Research in the context of information security is the systematic investigation into existing or new technologies, techniques, threats, and security measures. This disciplined endeavor aims to establish facts, reach new conclusions, and develop more effective security protocols. In cybersecurity, research often involves analyzing potential vulnerabilities, understanding how cyberattacks are conducted, and devising strategies to combat these attacks.

Information security research can encompass a broad range of activities including the study of encryption methods, intrusion detection systems, secure communication protocols, and data integrity algorithms. Researchers in this field may also explore human factors in security, study the impacts of regulatory frameworks, and assess the security posture of various systems and networks. This continuous cycle of learning and development is essential for staying ahead of evolving cybersecurity challenges.

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Malware on approximately 2,000 WordPress sites hid C2 instructions in Steam profile comments using invisible Unicode. GoDaddy researchers spotted a command-and-control infrastructure for a malware campaign abusing Valve’s Steam gaming platform. The experts discovered malware on approximately 1,980 WordPress sites that fetches its instructions by reading Steam Community profile comments, where the actual payload is […]

The Pentagon confirmed adversaries are using commercial location data to track U.S. troops, exposing risks tied to smartphones and ad-tech networks. For years, security researchers, privacy advocates, and intelligence analysts have been warning about the same thing: smartphone location data isn’t just an advertising product. It’s surveillance infrastructure that anyone with enough money can access. […]

Security Affairs 3 days, 8 hours ago

SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 99

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Malware Newsletter Ghost CMS Mass Compromised via CVE-2026-26980, Now Fueling ClickFix Attacks   TrapDoor Crypto Stealer Supply Chain Attack Hits 34 Packages and Hundreds of Versions Across npm, PyPI, and Crates.io   RemotePE: The Lazarus RAT that lives […]

Researchers Estimate Losses Ranging From Hundreds of Millions to BillionsA Chinese-language phishing-as-a-service platform scammed between $470 million to $1 billion from soccer fans ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting next month. Domain-by-domain takedowns will not stop this, Group-IB warned.

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NIST Rebrands AI Consortium, Ditches 'Safety' From Name

Agency Expands Research Beyond Safety Testing to Standards and EvaluationThe U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology is expanding one of its largest artificial intelligence initiatives, rebranding the AI Safety Institute Consortium and reopening participation as the Trump administration pushes a more industry-focused approach to AI development and governance.

GREYVIBE, a Russia-linked group active since 2025, targets Ukraine with AI-assisted malware and five attack chains. Researchers say it’s part spy op, part crime gang. Security firm WithSecure has been tracking a previously unknown Russian-linked APT group called GREYVIBE since at least August 2025. The group targets Ukraine and Ukrainian-related organizations across military, government, civilian, […]

Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a vulnerability in OpenAI ChatGPT that leverages the artificial intelligence (AI) assistant's implicit trust in Markdown links and images to trigger prompt injections and open the door to phishing attacks

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