Google announced today new security features in Gmail, including the news that it will enhance early phishing detection in Gmail through dedicated machine learning.
Cisco, Netgear Readying Patches for Samba Vulnerability
Cisco is prepping fixes for two of its products affected by last week’s Samba vulnerability. Netgear has also pushed out a fix for NAS devices that were affected.
Patches Available for Linux Sudo Vulnerability
A high-severity vulnerability in sudo has been patched in a number of Linux distributions; the flaw allows local attackers to elevate privileges to root.
Hack Department of Homeland Security Act Would Bring Bug Bounty Program to DHS
Senators introduced a bill last week to establish a bug bounty pilot program within the Department of Homeland Security.