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Inside the Star Citizen Data Breach: What Actually Happened and What It Teaches Us

Inside the Star Citizen Data Breach: What Actually Happened and What It Teaches Us

Mar 09, 2026
Data Breach / Gaming

A structured seven-level analysis of the Star Citizen data breach, focusing on the exposure of backup infrastructure and the lessons learned about transparency and identity data value.

Critical Security Issues in XikeStor SKS8310-8X Switch Firmware (CVE-2026-25070 to CVE-2026-25073)

Critical Security Issues in XikeStor SKS8310-8X Switch Firmware (CVE-2026-25070 to CVE-2026-25073)

Mar 09, 2026
Vulnerability / Hardware / Network

An analysis of four critical vulnerabilities in XikeStor network switches, including unauthenticated command injection and configuration leaks.

When AI Becomes the Bug Hunter: What Claude Finding 22 Firefox Vulnerabilities Tells Us About the Future of Security

When AI Becomes the Bug Hunter: What Claude Finding 22 Firefox Vulnerabilities Tells Us About the Future of Security

Mar 09, 2026
AI Security / Vulnerability Discovery

An analysis of how Anthropic's Claude identified 22 vulnerabilities in Firefox, signaling a shift toward AI-assisted research and 'vibehacking'.

The LexisNexis Data Breach Explained

The LexisNexis Data Breach Explained

Mar 08, 2026
Data Breach / Cloud Security

A layered analysis of the LexisNexis data breach, exploring how a React2Shell vulnerability and over-privileged AWS roles led to the exposure of 2GB of internal data.

CVE-2026-27971: Critical RCE Vulnerability in the Qwik JavaScript Framework

CVE-2026-27971: Critical RCE Vulnerability in the Qwik JavaScript Framework

Mar 08, 2026
Vulnerability / Web Framework / RCE

An analysis of CVE-2026-27971, a critical 9.2 CVSS remote code execution vulnerability in the Qwik JavaScript framework caused by unsafe deserialization in server$ RPC calls.

CVE-2026-1492: Critical WordPress Plugin Vulnerability Allowing Admin Account Takeover

CVE-2026-1492: Critical WordPress Plugin Vulnerability Allowing Admin Account Takeover

Mar 08, 2026
Vulnerability / WordPress

An analysis of CVE-2026-1492, a critical 9.8 CVSS vulnerability in a popular WordPress membership plugin that allows unauthenticated administrator account creation.

What the EU's Internet Looks Like From the Outside: A Shodan Exposure Research Paper Across 14 Protocols

What the EU's Internet Looks Like From the Outside: A Shodan Exposure Research Paper Across 14 Protocols

Mar 07, 2026
Research / OSINT

A comprehensive visibility analysis of over 2.85 million publicly reachable services across 14 protocols in the 27 EU member states, focusing on quantifying the externally visible attack surface and providing strategic recommendations.

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center Authentication Bypass Vulnerability (CVE-2026-20079)

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center Authentication Bypass Vulnerability (CVE-2026-20079)

Mar 06, 2026
Vulnerability / Network Infrastructure / Critical

An analysis of CVE-2026-20079, a critical CVSS 10.0 authentication bypass in Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center allowing unauthenticated root-level access.

CVE-2026-23600: Remote Authentication Bypass in HPE AutoPass License Server

CVE-2026-23600: Remote Authentication Bypass in HPE AutoPass License Server

Mar 03, 2026
Vulnerability / Enterprise Software / Critical

An analysis of CVE-2026-23600, a critical CVSS 10.0 authentication bypass in HPE AutoPass License Server allowing unauthenticated remote access.

CVE-2026-2628: Critical Authentication Bypass in All-in-One Microsoft 365 SSO Plugin

CVE-2026-2628: Critical Authentication Bypass in All-in-One Microsoft 365 SSO Plugin

Mar 03, 2026
Vulnerability / WordPress

An analysis of a critical 9.8 CVSS authentication bypass in a popular WordPress SSO plugin, highlighting the risks of insecure identity integrations.

When a Game’s Backend Breaks: What the Dungeon Crusher Data Exposure Teaches the Gaming World

When a Game’s Backend Breaks: What the Dungeon Crusher Data Exposure Teaches the Gaming World

Mar 01, 2026
Data Exposure / Gaming

An analysis of the Dungeon Crusher data exposure, where an unsecured Elasticsearch database leaked millions of player records and chat logs.

The ManoMano Data Breach: What Happened and What It Actually Means

The ManoMano Data Breach: What Happened and What It Actually Means

Mar 01, 2026
Data Breach / DIY Marketplace / Supply Chain

An analysis of the ManoMano data breach affecting 38 million users, exploring the supply chain exposure and the impact of third-party support platform compromises.

CVE-2026-1241: Authentication Bypass in Pelco Sarix Professional 3 Series Cameras

CVE-2026-1241: Authentication Bypass in Pelco Sarix Professional 3 Series Cameras

Mar 01, 2026
Vulnerability / IoT Security

An analysis of CVE-2026-1241, a critical authentication bypass in Pelco Sarix cameras that allows unauthorized access to live video feeds and operational data.

LLMNR Poisoning: Attacker and Defender Perspective

LLMNR Poisoning: Attacker and Defender Perspective

Mar 01, 2026
Guides / Networking

An analysis of LLMNR poisoning, explaining how attackers abuse legacy Windows protocols to steal credentials and how defenders can mitigate the risk using hardening and threat hunting.

Sunday Reflections on AI Agents: From “Who Would Attack Me?” to Machine-Speed Conflict

Sunday Reflections on AI Agents: From “Who Would Attack Me?” to Machine-Speed Conflict

Mar 01, 2026
Reflections / AI Security

A reflection on the shift from opportunistic human-speed attacks to autonomous machine-speed operations, and why survival in the AI era depends on updating our structural assumptions.

CVE-2026-21902 Detail: Root Code Execution Risk in Junos OS Evolved (PTX Series)

CVE-2026-21902 Detail: Root Code Execution Risk in Junos OS Evolved (PTX Series)

Feb 28, 2026
Vulnerability / Network Infrastructure / Critical

An analysis of CVE-2026-21902, a critical vulnerability in Juniper's Junos OS Evolved allowing unauthenticated remote root code execution on PTX Series routers.

Understanding the Risks in Johnson Controls Frick Controls Quantum HD

Understanding the Risks in Johnson Controls Frick Controls Quantum HD

Feb 28, 2026
Vulnerability / Industrial Control Systems / OT

An analysis of four high-severity vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-21659, 21657, 21656, 21654) affecting Johnson Controls Frick Controls Quantum HD, including unauthenticated RCE and code injection.

What Is AI Poisoning? A Practical Look From the Attacker and Defender Side

What Is AI Poisoning? A Practical Look From the Attacker and Defender Side

Feb 27, 2026
Insights / AI Security

An analysis of AI poisoning (data poisoning), exploring how attackers manipulate training data and how defenders can protect the integrity of machine learning models.

Over 12 Million Users Impacted: What Happened in the CarGurus Data Breach

Over 12 Million Users Impacted: What Happened in the CarGurus Data Breach

Feb 26, 2026
Data Breach / Automotive / Fintech

An analysis of the CarGurus data breach using the seven-level framework, exploring identity-based entry points and the impact of exposed finance pre-qualification data.

Understanding the Recent OpenEMR Vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-25127, CVE-2026-25131, CVE-2026-25135, CVE-2026-25124)

Understanding the Recent OpenEMR Vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-25127, CVE-2026-25131, CVE-2026-25135, CVE-2026-25124)

Feb 26, 2026
Vulnerability / Healthcare / Access Control

An analysis of several access control vulnerabilities in OpenEMR prior to version 8.0.0, highlighting the risks of broken authorization logic in healthcare software.