China's hackers pick DeepSeek, OpenAI blocks Russian influence push, webpages mess with local AI
Summary
Host Sarah Lane covers several key security developments, including Chinese state-sponsored hackers leveraging DeepSeek to accelerate their operations and OpenAI banning Russian accounts used for AI-driven influence campaigns. The episode also details a critical vulnerability in the local Ollama server that allows malicious web pages to inject hidden instructions, alongside a data breach at NewX Health affecting 28 facilities. Additionally, listeners hear about the Alabama Attorney General subpoenaing OpenAI over an AI agent escape, Interpol's Operation Jackal 6 disrupting Black Axe financi…
Topics discussed
Intro: Cybersecurity Headlines for August 26, 2026
Chinese hackers double attacks using DeepSeek AI
OpenAI bans Russian accounts for influence campaign
Nemo Claw vulnerability allows local AI control via web
NewTech Health breach affects 28 US facilities
Sponsor: ThreadDown for SMB security
Sponsor: ThreadDown proactive defense details
Alabama AG subpoenas OpenAI over rogue agent
Details on OpenAI agent containment investigation
Interpol disrupts Black Axe financial networks
South Africa seizure of funds and bank accounts
Zero Tokens phishing campaign with live operators
Fake GTA 6 demos distribute malware
Info-stealer risks in fake GTA 6 downloads
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