Cybersecurity Headlines Google gets EU Wiz approval, Microsoft secures Secure Boot certificates, North Korean hackers target crypto exec
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Feb 11, 2026 Antitrust clearance for a major cloud acquisition and its market ripple effects. A large vendor refreshes Secure Boot certificates ahead of expiration and what that means for devices. A nation-state uses deepfake video calls to target cryptocurrency executives. Exploits of help-desk software and a noisy Linux botnet using IRC round out the headlines.
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Google’s Wiz Deal Strengthens Cloud Security
- Google secured unconditional EU antitrust approval for its $32B Wiz acquisition, reinforcing its cloud security position.
- Regulators found adequate alternatives like AWS and Microsoft, reducing competition concerns.
Update Windows To Maintain Secure Boot
- Apply monthly Windows updates to receive Microsoft’s new Secure Boot certificates automatically on most Windows 11 systems.
- If updates are missed, request firmware patches from your hardware vendor to avoid degraded boot security.
Deepfake Zoom Lure Targets Crypto Execs
- North Korea-linked UNC-1069 used a fake Zoom meeting with an alleged deepfake CEO to trick a crypto executive into running commands.
- Attackers harvested credentials and notes to enable direct theft and future social engineering campaigns.