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Nvidia outlines AI agent security framework with OpenShell

Businesses face rising risk as Nvidia says AI agents need enforceable boundaries, accountable owners and proof that safeguards actually work.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week

Cloud Security

Google Cloud adds tighter code ownership & private CI/CD

Software supply chain controls tighten as Google Cloud lets teams limit approvers by file and keep CI/CD traffic inside private networks.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week

Privileged Access Management

CoreView launches Microsoft 365 security research lab

The research aims to expose gaps in Microsoft 365 controls, after CoreView found many IT leaders overstate their security posture.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week

Semiconductors

China-linked TA419 targets US AI policy experts in phishing

Researchers say the phishing campaign could expose sensitive thinking on AI regulation, export controls and supply chains in Washington.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

AI shifts Cybersecurity Awareness Month focus to visibility

Security teams are being pushed to monitor AI activity across systems, as executives warn that unsanctioned tools and hidden agents are outpacing governance.

By Raphael Veloso • 7 min read • Last week

Encryption

HID upgrades FARGO ID card printers with stronger security

New encryption and watermarking aim to help schools, hospitals and government bodies secure ID cards without replacing existing printing setups.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week

Privileged Access Management

Keeper launches Freshservice workflow for access approvals

IT teams can approve vault and privileged access requests inside Freshservice tickets, reducing handoffs and preserving audit trails.

By Raphael Veloso • 3 min read • Last week

Virtual Private Networks

SOCtoberfest Kickoff: The 7 Deadly Sins of Cybersecurity Meet CISA's Core Steps

SMBs face rising breach risk as the report says seven routine security failings, not advanced malware, drive most attacks, with ransomware in 88% of cases.

By Justin Carter • 5 min read • Last week

Malware

Rapid7 launches intelligence platform to outpace hackers

The new system aims to help security teams spot attacks sooner as AI-driven exploitation narrows the window between flaw disclosure and abuse.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week

Risk & Compliance

Cowbell launches AI risk advisor for policyholders

Small businesses insured by Cowbell can now get AI-guided cyber risk actions in plain English, with human experts on hand when needed.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week

Identity and Access Management

Keyfactor appoints ex-CyberArk CEO amid USD $1bn raise

The investment will fund product development and international expansion as Keyfactor moves beyond USD $200 million in annual recurring revenue.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Cloud Security

Censys expands channel programme with global framework

Partner-sourced bookings jumped 186% in the first half of 2026 as Censys deepened support for resellers and distributors.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Cloud Security

Goldman Sachs backs Cyera with USD $400 million AI bet

The fresh capital lifts Cyera's Series G to USD $1 billion, as enterprises seek tools to govern AI agents accessing sensitive data.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week

Virtual Private Networks

SEON expands fraud platform to fight AI identity scams

The broader signal base is aimed at helping fraud teams spot synthetic identities and linked accounts as generative AI makes scams harder to detect.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Data Protection

Richter launches Guardian for executives' cyber risk

Executives and wealthy families now have a gap-filling option as the firm adds human-led monitoring, phishing defence and incident response to its advisory work.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week