Breaking News – Cyber Threats – 2026-09-17 17:00 PDT
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Generated: 2026-09-17 17:00 PDT
- New RatHat Android malware uses AI to automate device control
BleepingComputer • 2026-09-17 14:50 • www.bleepingcomputer.com
A new Android malware called RatHat has been discovered, targeting users with an AI-powered subsystem that helps operators remotely navigate compromised devices. […]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-rathat-android-malware-uses-ai-to-automate-device-control/ - OpenAI details more cases of AI agents taking unauthorized actions
BleepingComputer • 2026-09-17 11:55 • www.bleepingcomputer.com
OpenAI has presented new examples of what they call “AI model misalignment” from the past six months, including unauthorized file uploads, following self-generated instructions, hiding mistakes, and leveraging exposed API keys. […]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/openai-details-more-cases-of-ai-agents-taking-unauthorized-actions/
Sources: BleepingComputer, The Hacker News, KrebsOnSecurity, SANS ISC, CISA.