Cyber Guardian Daily

The First Company Officially Wiped Out by AI.

Chegg was a $14.7 BILLION edtech darling. Then ChatGPT launched and in 18 months, the stock crashed 99%. From $115 to $0.99.

No hack. No data breach. Just a free AI tool that made their entire business model obsolete overnight.

Chegg’s stock dropping nearly 99% from its peak highlights a critical shift: It’s not just competition ; it’s technological substitution at scale.

Apple Issues Emergency Security Update

For Multiple Critical Vulnerabilities Across Devices

Apple has released urgent patches for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS addressing multiple zero-day vulnerabilities — some of which are actively exploited in targeted attacks. Users are strongly advised to update immediately to protect against potential remote code ex*****on and data exposure.

Cyber Guardian Daily — Weekly Cybersecurity Update (Oct 13–19, 2025)

Major highlights this week:
• Oracle E-Business Suite Zero-Day exploited by Cl0p ransomware (CVE-2025-61882)
• 7-Zip remote code ex*****on flaws — patch immediately (CVE-2025-11001 / 11002)
• RondoDox botnet expanding across 50+ vendors
• Windows 10 reaches end-of-life on Oct 14 — unpatched systems at risk
• CISA adds 7 new CVEs to Known Exploited list
• Ransomware attacks up 24% this year

Stay vigilant, stay patched, and always verify before you click.
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🔐 Cyber Threat of the Week

Cisco Firewall Flaw Exposes Thousands — Patch Now!

Over 50,000 Cisco ASA/FTD firewalls are vulnerable to unauthenticated remote code ex*****on (CVE-2025-20333 & CVE-2025-20362).
CISA has issued an emergency patch directive — apply updates immediately! ⚠️

The cybersecurity landscape never sleeps!

From critical Cisco vulnerabilities to rising shadow AI threats and the expiration of the U.S. Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act , October has been packed with key developments.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Every click, every password, every login matters.

This month, let’s commit to building safer digital habits:

✅ Use strong, unique passwords
✅ Turn on multi-factor authentication
✅ Stay alert for phishing scams
✅ Keep software & devices updated

Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility — together we can keep our digital world safe.

2025 CodeWorks | July 7 - August 8 in Central Baltimore

Join this summer for CodeWorks 2025, a five-week paid summer coding program in partnership with YouthWorks Baltimore

CodeWorks is a youth workforce development initiative that provides participants with practical experience in the tech industry, preparing them for future careers in technology.

Participants will collaborate with industry professionals on real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience in game development, web development, Python, data science, cybersecurity, and more!

When: July 7 – August 8, 2025 (Monday - Friday, 25 hours per week)

Who: Youth aged 14–21 with a passion for coding and tech!

(Previous participants of Code in the Schools programs may qualify for an internship. If you're interested, please indicate it on your application, and we'll follow up with accepted students.)

How to Join

To secure your spot, complete these TWO steps:

Register with YouthWorks: Visit the YouthWorks website and complete your registration by April 4, 2025. This is a required step to be eligible for CodeWorks.

Submit the CodeWorks Application: Learn more about the program and fill out our program application here: https://www.codeintheschools.org/codeworks

For more information about CodeWorks 2025, check out our website: https://www.codeintheschools.org/codeworks or email us at [email protected].

Our hearts go out to Baltimore during this difficult time following the devastating collapse of the Key Bridge. We are praying for the safety of the missing individuals and the well-being of their families. Together, we stand united as .

Google is now accepting applications for its Summer of Code program!

🗓️ Application deadline: April 2.
⏰ Program dates: May 1 to July 24.
💰 Stipends range from $1,500 to $6,000, dependent on the project.

This program is a worldwide, compensated, remote 12-week initiative that offers a pathway to open source projects.

https://opensource.googleblog.com/2024/03/google-summer-of-code-2024-contributor-applications-open.html?m=1