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Croatian research institute confirms ransomware attack via ToolShell vulnerabilities

The Ruđer Bošković Institute (RBI), the largest Croatian science and technology research institute, has confirmed that it was the one of “at least 9,000 institutions worldwide” that were attacked using the Microsoft SharePoint “ToolShell” vulnerabilities. The attack happened on Thursday, July 31, 2025, and resulted in the deployment of ransomware. “The ransomware attack affected part of the network related to the business processes of the [Institute]’s administrative and professional services, and all those documents and … More → The post Croatian research institute confirms ransomware attack via ToolShell vulnerabilities appeared first on Help Net Security.
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NIST finalizes lightweight cryptography standard for small devices

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has finalized a lightweight cryptography standard to protect even the smallest networked devices from cyberattacks. Published as Ascon-Based Lightweight Cryptography Standards for Constrained Devices (NIST Special Publication 800-232), the standard offers tools for securing data created and transmitted by billions of IoT devices, along with other small electronics such as RFID tags and medical implants. These technologies often have far less computing power than smartphones or laptops, … More → The post NIST finalizes lightweight cryptography standard for small devices appeared first on Help Net Security.
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The Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command is rethinking how the U.S. prepares for the next fight

“Space Command works very closely with U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command as the Army Service Component,” said Lt. Gen. Sean Gainey. The post The Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command is rethinking how the U.S. prepares for the next fight first appeared on Federal News Network.
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The Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command is rethinking how the U.S. prepares for the next fight

“Space Command works very closely with U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command as the Army Service Component,” said Lt. Gen. Sean Gainey. The post The Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command is rethinking how the U.S. prepares for the next fight first appeared on Federal News Network.
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The Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command is rethinking how the U.S. prepares for the next fight

“Space Command works very closely with U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command as the Army Service Component,” said Lt. Gen. Sean Gainey. The post The Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command is rethinking how the U.S. prepares for the next fight first appeared on Federal News Network.
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8 Free Workflow Templates for Excel and Word

Workflow templates are essential tools for streamlining business operations across teams and departments. They provide a repeatable structure for executing tasks efficiently, reducing the chances of missed steps and miscommunication. By outlining processes and responsibilities, workflow templates help teams stay… Read More The post 8 Free Workflow Templates for Excel and Word appeared first on ProjectManager.
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Timeline With Milestones: How to Make One (Template Included)

Keeping projects on track requires more than just planning—it means visualizing your goals and when they need to be met. A timeline with milestones gives teams a way to organize tasks, set deadlines and communicate progress all in one view…. Read More The post Timeline With Milestones: How to Make One (Template Included) appeared first on ProjectManager.
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NIST Finalizes ‘Lightweight Cryptography’ Standard to Protect Small Devices

Four related algorithms are now ready for use to protect data created and transmitted by the Internet of Things and other electronics.
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Microsoft fixes “BadSuccessor” Kerberos vulnerability (CVE-2025-53779)

For August 2025 Patch Tuesday, Microsoft has released security updates resolving 100+ security vulnerabilities in its various solutions, including a relative path traversal flaw in Windows Kerberos (CVE-2025-53779) that allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges over a network as part of a BadSuccessor attack. The vulnerability, discovered by Akamai researcher Yuval Gordon, exploits the delegated Managed Service Account (dMSA) feature that was introduced in Windows Server 2025 and can be used to compromise any … More → The post Microsoft fixes “BadSuccessor” Kerberos vulnerability (CVE-2025-53779) appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Tiny “talking” robots form shape-shifting swarms that heal themselves

Scientists have designed swarms of microscopic robots that communicate and coordinate using sound waves, much like bees or birds. These self-organizing micromachines can adapt to their surroundings, reform if damaged, and potentially undertake complex tasks such as cleaning polluted areas, delivering targeted medical treatments, or exploring hazardous environments.
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