By putting conflicting metadata in LNK files, a researcher found four new ways to spoof targets, hide arguments, and run unintended programs in Windows Explorer.

Python -O won’t magically make every script faster, but in the right workloads it’s a free win—here’s how to test it safely.

Pull fresh Unsplash wallpapers and rotate them on GNOME automatically with a Python script plus a systemd service and timer.

CrashFix crashes browsers to coerce users into executing commands that deploy a Python RAT, abusing finger.exe and portable Python to evade detection and persist on high‑value systems.

How modern infostealers target macOS systems, leverage Python‑based stealers, and abuse trusted platforms and utilities to ...

Two malware campaigns weaponize open-source software to target executives and cloud systems, combining social engineering with fileless and kernel-level attack techniques.

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The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but Free File, Fillable Forms, MilTax, and some private tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate the free options still ...

(NEXSTAR) – In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, that’s no longer an option. IRS Direct File launched as a pilot ...

The Justice Department released a batch of photos — in addition to Friday’s earlier disclosures — showing some of the evidence gathered in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The new files were posted ...

The Justice Department released a portion of the Jeffrey Epstein files to meet the Friday deadline established in a congressional bill with a series of downloadable files related to the convicted sex ...

Graham Kates is an investigative reporter covering criminal justice, privacy issues and information security for CBS News Digital. Contact Graham at KatesG@cbsnews.com or grahamkates@protonmail.com ...