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Qilin Ransomware Gang Exploits Critical Palo Alto VPN Flaw

The Qilin ransomware gang actively exploits a critical PAN-OS GlobalProtect authentication bypass vulnerability to breach corporate networks and deploy ransomware. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-0257, allows attackers to bypass security restrictions and establish unauthorized VPN connections on unpatched devices. Palo Alto Networks patched the vulnerability on May 13, but threat

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Palo Alto Networks Buys IoT Security Startup Zingbox for $75M

Palo Alto Networks continues its buying spree by acquiring IoT security firm Zingbox to enhance its connected device protection. The $75 million deal brings a cloud-based subscription solution and key engineering talent to the cybersecurity giant.

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Palo Alto Networks Buys Container Security Firm Twistlock for $410M

Palo Alto Networks acquires container security startup Twistlock for $410 million and serverless security startup PureSec to enhance its modern development security tools. The purchases reflect the growing industry need to secure rapidly evolving container and serverless technologies.