Using autonomous AI agents, an attacker breached an enterprise network in a matter of hours. Understand how to address and defend against agentic attacks.

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New research reveals that AI safety refusal lives in a thin neural layer, highlighting the critical need for external, multi-layered security.

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Attackers are targeting CI/CD pipelines and developer tools instead of application code, requiring total SDLC visibility and strict security controls

The post Connecting the Dots: Securing the Overlooked Corners of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Supply Chain appeared first on Unit 42.

Frontier AI is reshaping vulnerability discovery. Learn how our NOVA system found 14,000+ unknown vulnerabilities across the open-source software supply chain.

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A look inside the reverse-engineering journey of building the first RDP client outside of Windows to support WebAuthn redirection.

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In August 2026, the actor TheHatman claimed to have stolen large volume of credentials from organizations' Microsoft Entra tenants. We provide guidance on mitigating large-scale credential attacks.

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Unit 42 has discovered a new macOS Tahoe 26 forensic artifact that tracks user menu selections across the operating system. Learn more here.

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Attackers are increasingly targeting collaboration platforms like Microsoft Teams. Learn the risks and key steps to strengthen your organization's security.

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The 2026 World Cup presents major cyber risks from ransomware groups, state-aligned actors, and other groups targeting critical infrastructure. Learn more here.

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Unit 42 explores trends in data theft and extortion, outlining key strategies for organizations as frontier AI models advance.

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Unit 42 highlights the need for a comprehensive security strategy that spans every IT zone. Explore the full details here.

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Unit 42 research reports that TGR-STA-1030 remains an active threat, particularly in Central and South America.

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What are the next steps for security leaders in this new age of frontier AI? We answer the top 10 questions customers are asking.

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Unit 42 finds frontier AI models enhance vulnerability discovery, acting as full-spectrum security researchers. They enable autonomous zero-day discovery and faster N-day patching.

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The evolution of Iranian cyber operations in broad context: from custom wiper malware to misuse of legitimate admin tools and more.

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We are observing an increase of wiper attacks by the Iran-linked Handala Hack group (aka Void Manticore) through phishing and misuse of Microsoft Intune.

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Unit 42 research reveals most OT attacks begin in IT. Learn how edge-driven defense stops threats early and turns dwell time into advantage.

The post Bring the Fight to the Edge: Turning Time Into an Advantage in OT Security appeared first on Unit 42.

Unit 42 celebrates 9 years of the Cyber Threat Alliance, tracing its journey from a bold idea to a global leader in collaborative cyber defense.

The post Happy 9th Anniversary, CTA: A Celebration of Collaboration in Cyber Defense appeared first on Unit 42.

AI-generated code looks flawless until it isn't. Unit 42 breaks down how to expose these invisible flaws before they turn into your next breach.

The post Securing Vibe Coding Tools: Scaling Productivity Without Scaling Risk appeared first on Unit 42.

Cyber hygiene is just as vital as personal hygiene. Unit 42 shares tips for people of all experience levels to keep their digital lives secure.

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