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Meta faces allegations of digital piracy for reportedly reuploading 30% of pirated books used in AI training, raising critical cybersecurity and intellectual property concerns. Internal emails reveal executives were aware of potential legal risks. The reliance on sources like shadow libraries could lead to malware risks and data integrity issues, complicating fair use defenses. ...

Microsoft's April 2025 Patch Tuesday addresses 134 vulnerabilities, including one high-risk zero-day flaw exploited by ransomware. Critical updates target remote code execution issues in essential services. Users should prioritize patching systems, especially Windows Server and Windows 11, and monitor for forthcoming updates for Windows 10 due to ongoing threats. ...

A recently disclosed WinRAR vulnerability (CVE-2025-31334) allows attackers to bypass Windows' Mark of the Web protections, enabling silent code execution from downloaded archives. Additionally, a malicious Python package for validating stolen credit cards was downloaded over 34,000 times, illustrating ongoing cybercrime exploitation of open-source platforms. Security upgrades and monitoring are advised. ...

Splunk has issued urgent security updates for multiple vulnerabilities, including two high-severity flaws allowing remote code execution and information disclosure. Organizations must promptly apply patches to prevent exploitation. Security teams should monitor for unusual activity and stay vigilant against emerging threats, ensuring their systems remain secure against potential cyberattacks. ...

Google released a critical security patch for a zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2025-2783) in Chrome, identified during a Kaspersky investigation into cyberespionage targeting Russian organizations. This exploit enabled attackers to bypass Chrome's sandbox. SOC teams must urgently update Chrome, monitor potential exploitation, and enhance phishing defenses to mitigate risks. ...