Rapid7 links China-linked Lotus Blossom to a 2025 Notepad++ hosting breach that delivered the Chrysalis backdoor via hijacked updates, fixed in v8.8.9 ...

The hosting provider's compromise allowed attackers to deliver malware through tainted software updates for six months.

ESET researchers discover an Android spyware campaign targeting users in Pakistan via romance scam tactics, revealing links to a broader spy operation.

Notepad on Windows 11 is no longer the lightweight utility it once was. Learn how to replace Notepad with Microsoft Edit on Windows 11.

Microsoft emphasizes that these AI features are entirely optional and can be turned off in Notepad’s settings. This Windows 11 preview update also brings some improvements to Paint, including features ...

I tried a Claude Code alternative that's local, open source, and completely free - how it works ...

Want local vibe coding? This AI stack replaces Claude Code and Codex - and it's free ...

Microsoft sells GitHub Copilot to its customers, but it increasingly favors Claude Code internally. Microsoft sells GitHub Copilot to its customers, but it increasingly favors Claude Code internally.

Today, OpenAI announced GPT-5.3-Codex, a new version of its frontier coding model that will be available via the command line ...

Japanese cybersecurity software firm Trend Micro has patched a critical security flaw in Apex Central (on-premise) that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges. Apex ...

Iran’s judiciary said there was no death penalty issued for Erfan Soltani, whose case drew international outcry. Analysts say the government is using fear and intimidation to keep people off the ...

Iran had planned to put a 26-year-old protester to death amid the wave of unrest in the country, but apparently stood down for now. By Abdi Latif Dahir Sanam Mahoozi and Ephrat Livni Iran on Wednesday ...