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Google Cloud Composer Vulnerability Let Attackers Elevate Their Privileges

Google Cloud Composer Vulnerability Let Attackers Elevate Their Privileges

A critical vulnerability in Google Cloud Platform, named “ConfusedComposer,” allowed attackers to escalate privileges to sensitive resources via Google Cloud Composer, a workflow orchestration service. By maliciously injecting PyPI packages, attackers could gain control of a highly privileged service account. Google has patched the issue, restructuring package handling to enhance security across GCP environments.

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AOA, DaVita and Bell Ambulance Breached

AOA, DaVita and Bell Ambulance Breached

Healthcare organizations Alabama Ophthalmology Associates, DaVita, and Bell Ambulance were hit by ransomware attacks in 2025, compromising data of nearly 245,000 individuals. The breaches were