CSO US First Look
The day's top cybersecurity news and in-depth coverage
May 19, 2025
8 security risks overlooked in the rush to implement AI
Nearly two-thirds of companies fail to vet the security implications of AI tools before deploying them. Stressing security fundamentals from the outset can cut down the risks.
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Lenovoâs latest AI-powered ThinkPad redefines mobile productivity
In this episode of DEMO, Keith Shaw is joined by Brent Lamm, Senior Worldwide Product Manager at Lenovo, to unveil the ThinkPad X13 Gen 6âa compact powerhouse built for the AI-powered hybrid workforce. Featuring the AMD Ryzen AI PRO 300 Series processor, this is Lenovoâs lightest ThinkPad ever, weighing in at just over 2 pounds and built to mil-spec durability standards.
Proofpoint buying Hornetsecurity in a play to expand email security scope
The deal is one of many big-ticket purchases in the cybersecurity industry in recent years as companies race to keep up with attackers using AI and ML tools.
âWould rather pay bounty than ransomâ: Coinbase on $20M extortion attempt
Stolen data includes customersâ personal and crypto account details, along with Coinbaseâs internal documentation.
After helping Russia on the ground North Korea targets Ukraine with cyberespionage
A cyberespionage group linked to North Koreaâs military has targeted government organizations in Ukraine since February in what appears to be an intelligence gathering operation.
The most effective phishing QR code is a new drug and alcohol policy supposedly from HR
Phishing emails presumably from IT or HR remain the most potent, with Zoom clips from managers, HR training info, and email server warnings luring in employees.
