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Dangling CNAMEs: The Critical DNS Misconfiguration Most Organizations Still Miss
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Dangling CNAMEs: The Critical DNS Misconfiguration Most Organizations Still Miss

In cybersecurity, not all damaging attacks stem from complex techniques; some originate from overlooked issues like forgotten DNS records. This was highlighted by researchers who identified a significant campaign that exploited abandoned CNAME records across several universities, including UC Berkeley, Columbia University, and Washington University in St. Louis. Attackers hijacked these subdomains, leveraging the trust associated with .edu domains to facilitate malicious activities.

Cloud Security Alliance ·
ICYMI: May 2026 @AWS Security
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ICYMI: May 2026 @AWS Security

Read all about the latest AWS security features, compliance updates, and hands-on resources in our new, monthly digest posts. You’ll find expert blog posts, new service capabilities, code samples, and workshops. AWS Security Blog posts This month’s AWS Security Blog posts covered AI security, network protection, identity management, compliance frameworks, and supply chain security. Read

AWS Security Blog ·
8th June – Threat Intelligence Report
cybersecurity

8th June – Threat Intelligence Report

The latest Threat Intelligence Bulletin provides insights into recent cyber research, highlighting significant events from the week of June 8th. A notable incident involves DentaQuest, a U.S. dental benefits administrator, which experienced a data breach attributed to the ShinyHunters group. The breach compromised approximately 2.6 million accounts, exposing sensitive information such as names and emails. For more detailed findings, refer to the full report.

Check Point Research ·
So You Have an AI Security Budget. Now what?
cybersecurity

So You Have an AI Security Budget. Now what?

An AI security budget should fund more than visibility. The real priority is unified governance and enforcement across agentic development and production apps.

Blog RSS Feed | Snyk ·
Impersonation, Click Hijacking, and TDS: Inside a Malware Distribution Ecosystem
cybersecurity

Impersonation, Click Hijacking, and TDS: Inside a Malware Distribution Ecosystem

Research conducted by Alexey Bukhteyev explores the various tactics used in a malware distribution ecosystem, including impersonation, click hijacking, and traffic distribution systems (TDS). Users often click the first search result on Google, typically an official project site, without scrutinizing the other results. This habit can lead to vulnerabilities, as malicious sites often mimic legitimate ones, posing significant risks to unsuspecting users. The study highlights the importance of awareness regarding these deceptive practices.

Check Point Research ·