GPT-5.2 Targets Professional AI Workloads
OpenAI has unveiled GPT-5.2, the latest update to its flagship artificial intelligence model, with a clear emphasis on professional and enterprise use. Rather than introducing dramatic new consumer-facing features, the company is positioning this release as a refinement focused on accuracy, consistency, and dependable performance in real-world work environments. The move reflects growing demand from businesses that rely on AI
Inotiv Cyberattack Exposes Data after Confirmed Network Intrusion
Inotiv, a US-based contract research organization supporting pharmaceutical development, has confirmed a serious cyber incident. The Inotiv cyberattack involved unauthorized access to internal systems and confirmed data theft. The disclosure adds to growing concerns about ransomware activity targeting healthcare and life sciences companies. What Happened During the Inotiv Cyberattack Inotiv detected the intrusion in early August after attackers gained access
Brave agentic AI Testing Brings Automated Tasks to the Browser
Brave agentic AI testing marks a significant step toward browser-based automation, as the privacy-focused browser experiments with AI that can complete tasks autonomously. Instead of acting only as a chat assistant, this new mode allows Brave’s AI to navigate websites, follow instructions, and perform multi-step actions on behalf of users. The move highlights a broader industry shift toward agent-driven browsing
DroidLock Android Malware Triggers Full Device Lockouts
Growing reports about DroidLock Android Malware reveal how fast mobile ransomware continues to evolve. The new strain targets users who install apps from untrusted sources and locks their devices with an aggressive screen overlay. Its behaviour shows a worrying shift toward full device takeover on Android systems. How DroidLock Infects Devices Attackers distribute DroidLock through malicious apps found outside official
Enterprise AI integration advances through new Accenture–Anthropic collaboration
Interest in enterprise AI integration continues to grow as companies search for practical ways to use advanced models. Many organizations face obstacles that slow meaningful adoption. Legacy environments, limited internal expertise, and unclear deployment strategies often hold teams back. The new collaboration between Accenture and Anthropic aims to remove these barriers and support companies that want structured and safe AI
Storm-0249 Ransomware Escalation Expands Global Attack Risks
Security teams face rising pressure as new intelligence confirms a clear Storm-0249 ransomware escalation. The threat group, long linked to espionage operations, now intensifies its focus on destructive and financially driven attacks. Microsoft reports that the actors increased their use of custom payloads and enhanced lateral-movement methods. This shift signals a broader strategy that blends intelligence collection with aggressive extortion.
ChatGPT Paid Plans Stay Ad-Free After Viral Claims
Confusion spread quickly after online posts alleged that ChatGPT paid plans began showing ads. Many users worried that intrusive promotions might appear inside premium tiers. OpenAI addressed the concern immediately and clarified that the platform does not display advertising on Plus or Team subscriptions. The company stated that the claims came from misunderstandings about model output, not any new monetisation
Barts Health NHS Data Breach Tied to Oracle Zero-Day Attack
A major incident unfolded after the Barts Health NHS data breach revealed that attackers exploited an Oracle zero-day flaw to access sensitive information inside one of the UK’s largest healthcare networks. The trust launched an urgent investigation to understand the scope of the compromise. The event highlights growing supply-chain risks as healthcare organizations depend on complex vendor systems for everyday
Cloudflare Outage Brings Major Sites Offline Again
A major Cloudflare outage disrupted large parts of the internet on December 5. This created widespread 500 errors across many websites and services. It marked the second incident of instability, which raised concerns about Cloudflare’s reliability during rapid security updates. Many users woke on December 5 to find familiar websites returning 500 Internal Server Errors. Cloudflare confirmed that its Web
Predator Spyware Gains New Zero-Click Attack Vector
Security researchers uncovered a major shift in how Predator spyware infects targets. The platform now uses a new zero-click attack vector that removes the need for user interaction. This evolution strengthens Predator’s ability to compromise devices silently and expands its role in high-stakes surveillance campaigns. How the New Infection Vector Works Cisco Talos revealed that attackers use network injection to
