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Researchers warn of surge in AI-assisted cyberattacks dubbed 'Black October'

Security researchers report a sharp rise in cyberattacks that exploit a widespread internet vulnerability using AI-powered hacking tools. The wave of incidents has been informally labeled 'Black October' by those tracking the activity, reflecting the scale and speed of the attacks.

wsj.com · 2026-10-24

Sen. Wyden asks NSA to publish detailed VPN security guidance

Senator Ron Wyden sent a letter to NSA Director General Joshua M. Rudd asking the agency to update its public guidance on VPN configurations. He argued that current recommendations don't help Americans facing foreign surveillance—including government staff, contractors, journalists and human rights defenders—choose which VPNs actually protect their communications.

arstechnica.com · 2026-09-03