Is a Router VPN Worth It? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Using a VPN on your router can offer full protection for every device connected to your network. It’s a smart way to simplify your online privacy and keep your traffic secure at all times. Once a VPN is installed on your router, everything passing through it is encrypted. That includes smartphones, TVs, laptops, and smart home devices. This setup defends
Europcar GitLab Hack Compromises Source Code and Customer Data
A recent cyberattack has exposed customer data at Europcar Mobility Group. Hackers accessed the company's private GitLab repositories and stole sensitive files. The breach revealed source code from mobile apps and personal data from up to 200,000 customers. The threat actor behind the attack attempted extortion. They threatened to leak 37GB of stolen data unless demands were met. The exposed
OpenAI Finalizes $40 Billion Funding, Reshaping the AI Landscape
OpenAI has closed a $40 billion funding round, marking the largest private investment in tech history. This move values the company at $300 billion. With this raise, OpenAI joins the ranks of SpaceX and ByteDance as one of the world’s most valuable private firms. Leading the investment is Japan’s SoftBank, contributing $30 billion. Additional backers include Microsoft, Coatue, Altimeter, and
U.S. Government Introduces Cybersecurity Safety Label for Smart Devices
The White House has officially launched the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark, a new cybersecurity safety label designed to help American consumers make informed decisions about internet-connected devices. Starting later this year, the label will appear on a variety of smart products, signaling compliance with robust cybersecurity standards established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). What the Cyber
GitHub Strengthens Security Tools Following Massive Secret Leak in 2025
GitHub has introduced major updates to its Advanced Security platform after detecting over 39 million exposed secrets during 2025. These included API keys, credentials, and tokens—critical elements that, if exposed, pose serious cybersecurity risks to developers and organizations. According to GitHub’s new report, its built-in secret scanning tool detected the leaked data. This tool scans for sensitive information like passwords
Protect Yourself from Tax Scammers: Secure Your IRS Identity Protection PIN
The IRS has reopened its Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) program, urging U.S. taxpayers to enroll now. This program adds a critical layer of security against identity theft and fraudulent tax returns. What is an IP PIN and Why Do You Need One? An IP PIN is a unique six-digit number that taxpayers must include when filing their
OpenAI Raises Security Bounty to $100,000 for Critical Flaws
OpenAI has announced a major update to its bug bounty program, now offering rewards of up to $100,000 for identifying critical vulnerabilities. This change demonstrates the company's commitment to strengthening platform security through collaborative research. In a move to encourage in-depth and impactful vulnerability discoveries, OpenAI has introduced limited-time bounty bonuses. These are available for specific categories of reports submitted
Oracle Cloud Breach Allegations Disputed Amid Confirmed Data Leaks
Oracle faces renewed scrutiny after a threat actor claimed to breach its Oracle Cloud SSO infrastructure. Despite the company’s strong denial, leaked data appears to be real, raising questions about the security of cloud authentication systems. Threat Actor Claims Access to 6 Million Accounts A user named ‘rose87168’ announced they had infiltrated Oracle Cloud’s federated SSO servers. They claimed to
ChatGPT Unlocks Native Image Generation with GPT-4o Update
OpenAI has launched a major update to ChatGPT, giving users native image-generation capabilities through its GPT-4o model. This upgrade, announced by CEO Sam Altman during a livestream, marks the first major leap in ChatGPT’s visual functionality in over a year. GPT-4o Brings Text-to-Image and Photo Editing to ChatGPT Until now, GPT-4o powered ChatGPT only for text-based interactions. With this upgrade,
VanHelsing Ransomware Spreads Fast With Multi-Platform Targets
A new ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) called VanHelsing has emerged as a fast-spreading cyber threat. Launched in March 2025, it quickly infected three organizations within weeks. Its operators, believed to be Russian, offer the service to affiliates for $5,000. VanHelsing RaaS Targets Multiple Systems VanHelsing allows affiliates to launch attacks across Windows, Linux, BSD, ARM, and ESXi platforms. Cybersecurity firm CYFIRMA first
