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Security gap in Perplexity’s Comet browser exposed users to system-level attacks

There is a serious security problem inside Comet, the AI-powered agentic browser made by Perplexity, SquareX researchers say: Comet’s MCP API allows the browser’s built-in (but hidden from the user) extensions to issue commands directly to a user’s device, and the capability can be leveraged by attackers. Comet can run applications, read files and modify data on the local system. “Old-school” browsers normally block this level of access, but (some) AI-powered browsers are effectively braking … More → The post Security gap in Perplexity’s Comet browser exposed users to system-level attacks appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Oligo delivers runtime-native security for models and agents

Oligo Security announced new capabilities to protect the broadest spectrum of AI deployments, including AI applications, LLMs, and agentic AI. The new platform modules address the largest blind spot in AI security by securing production AI technologies that remain largely ungoverned, unmonitored, and operating in real time. “AI is moving into production faster than it can be secured, forcing businesses to take greater risks in the name of speedy innovation,” said Nadav Czerninski, CEO, Oligo … More → The post Oligo delivers runtime-native security for models and agents appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Light has been hiding a magnetic secret for nearly 200 years

New research shows that light’s magnetic field is far more influential than scientists once believed. The team found that this magnetic component significantly affects how light rotates as it passes through certain materials. Their work challenges a 180-year-old understanding of the Faraday Effect and opens pathways to new optical and magnetic technologies.
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Target adds $1B to store, tech investments as it deepens AI usage

Incoming CEO Michael Fiddelke said part of the company’s turnaround plan centered on technology, including new applications of AI.
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MacOS DigitStealer malware poses as DynamicLake, targets Apple Silicon M2/M3 devices

A new infostealer is targeting macOS users by masquerading as the legitimate DynamicLake UI enhancement and productivity utility and possibly Google’s Drive for desktop app. Multi-stage delivery Dubbed DigitStealer by Jamf researchers, this threat is unusually sophisticated. Before it’s run, a bash script – also executed entirely in-memory – checks the system’s country setting and terminates if it indicates that the machine is located in specific regions. It also checks whether the machine is virtual … More → The post MacOS DigitStealer malware poses as DynamicLake, targets Apple Silicon M2/M3 devices appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Beauty brands lay foundation for AI-driven gains

E.l.f Beauty, Coty and Estée Lauder Companies are spotting early benefits of their AI efforts, such as faster innovation timelines and reduced costs. 
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Bedrock Data expands platform with AI governance and natural-language policy enforcement

Bedrock Data announced Bedrock Data ArgusAI and Natural Language Policy. ArgusAI is a new product that expands the company’s capabilities into artificial intelligence governance. It allows enterprises to understand what data their AI models and agents access during training and inference, and evaluates whether existing guardrails prevent sensitive data leakage. Natural Language Policy enables teams to implement data controls across all systems using plain English. When combined with ArgusAI, teams can also govern their AI … More → The post Bedrock Data expands platform with AI governance and natural-language policy enforcement appeared first on Help Net Security.
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