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itsfoss.comtechnology19 days ago
Microsoft Open-Sources ASSERT, a Framework for Turning Natural-Language AI Policies Into Scored Tests
Microsoft launched ASSERT on Tuesday, an open source framework that converts natural-language descriptions of AI behavior into scored tests. The tool records system paths and supports continuous monitoring for application-specific policies.
ai23 days ago
Zig Programming Language Bans AI-Generated Code Contributions
Zig, an open-source programming language, prohibits contributors from using AI tools to write, edit, or debug code. President Andrew Kelley said AI-assisted submissions have no value and consume reviewer time.
nbcnews.comtechnology30 days ago
Anthropic Reports Over 10,000 High-Severity Bugs Found in Project Glasswing
Anthropic said its AI-assisted security testing program has identified more than 10,000 high- or critical-severity vulnerabilities. The company is working with about 50 partner organizations and expanding the project to additional participants.
markets.businessinsider.comtechnology31 days ago
Flipper Devices Unveils Pocket-Sized Linux Computer Prototype
Flipper Devices announced the Flipper One, a pocketable device with an 8-core processor, 8GB of RAM, and multiple connectivity options. The company is seeking community feedback before finalizing hardware and plans a Kickstarter launch later this year.
medianama.comtechnology33 days ago
Hackers Compromise Dozens of Open Source Packages in Supply Chain Attack
Cybersecurity firms reported that hackers took control of developer accounts and published malicious versions of widely used open source packages. The packages are relied on by software developers worldwide. The attack aims to steal credentials from downstream users.
cbinsights.comtechnology34 days ago
Grafana Labs Says Hackers Stole Source Code but Refused Ransom Demand
Grafana Labs confirmed a breach of its GitLab environment through a stolen credential. The company said it refused to pay the ransom and has added security measures.
TechCrunchai38 days ago
Open Source Project Turns Claude API Usage Stats Into Bluetooth Desktop Display
Software developer Hermann Haraldsson launched Clawdmeter on May 10, 2026, creating a small device that displays Anthropic's Claude Code utilization data through pixel-art animations and charts. The lithium-ion battery-powered gadget pairs with laptops over Bluetooth and includes…
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Linux Developers Seek Exemptions From State Age Verification Laws
Colorado amended a bill requiring operating systems to collect users' ages after input from System76 CEO Carl Richell. The change exempts open-source systems like Linux from the rules. Similar legislation in California, Illinois and New York has prompted varied responses from Lin…
linuxsecurity.comtechnology42 days ago
Local Privilege Escalation Flaw Found in Linux Kernel's algif_aead Interface (CVE-2026-43284)
The Dirty Frag vulnerability, publicly disclosed on May 8, 2026 after an embargo was broken, has existed in the Linux kernel for nine years. Security researcher Hyunwoo Kim disclosed the flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-43284, which affects multiple major distributions.
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Linux Kernel Zero-Day Vulnerability Allows Root Access
A Linux kernel zero-day vulnerability tracked as CVE-2026-43284 allows immediate root privilege escalation on major distributions. The flaw, present for approximately nine years, was publicly disclosed on May 8, 2026 after an embargo was broken. No patch is available, and a resea…
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Microsoft Locks Accounts of WireGuard and VeraCrypt Developers, Disrupting Software Updates
Microsoft has locked the online accounts of developers for the open-source VPN tool WireGuard and encryption software VeraCrypt, preventing them from distributing updates. This action affects user access to security patches for WireGuard and may cause boot-up issues for VeraCrypt…
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VeraCrypt Developer Warns of Windows Boot Issues After Microsoft Account Lockout
The developer of the VeraCrypt encryption software has reported that Microsoft locked his account, potentially causing boot-up problems for Windows users. This issue stems from the account lockout affecting access to necessary updates. Users relying on VeraCrypt for disk encrypti…
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