PayNet's Financial GPT & Exaforce's AI Security Platform Lead the Charge - Cybersecurity AI Weekly #19
September 01, 2025 -
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PayNet is working on a Financial GPT to help predict and mitigate AI-driven cyber threats. They are collaborating with universities to improve data management and user identity protection. Meanwhile, Exaforce has launched a new AI-driven security operations platform designed to enhance threat management through better detection and response capabilities.
Cloudflare has integrated with leading generative AI tools like ChatGPT Enterprise, Claude by Anthropic, and Google Gemini to boost security and compliance for businesses using AI. In another development, researchers from ID Tech have revealed the OneFlip exploit, which can compromise AI and biometric systems by altering a single bit in a neural network's memory.
Welcome to this week's edition of Cybersecurity AI Weekly.
Stories in this section:
PayNet is working on a Financial GPT to help predict and mitigate AI-driven cyber threats. They are collaborating with universities to improve data management and user identity protection. Meanwhile, Exaforce has launched a new AI-driven security operations platform designed to enhance threat management through better detection and response capabilities.
Cloudflare has integrated with leading generative AI tools like ChatGPT Enterprise, Claude by Anthropic, and Google Gemini to boost security and compliance for businesses using AI. In another development, researchers from ID Tech have revealed the OneFlip exploit, which can compromise AI and biometric systems by altering a single bit in a neural network's memory.
PayNet Develops Financial GPT for Cybersecurity
PayNet is working on a Financial GPT to predict and mitigate AI-driven cyber threats in Malaysia's financial infrastructure, collaborating with universities to enhance data management and user identity protection. Read more
Exaforce Unveils AI Security Operations Platform
Exaforce has launched a new security operations platform that leverages multi-model AI to improve threat management processes. The platform offers SaaS and managed detection and response services to enhance security operations efficiency. Read more
Cloudflare Integrates with AI Tools for Enhanced Security
Cloudflare has integrated with leading generative AI tools like ChatGPT Enterprise, Claude, and Google Gemini to enhance security and compliance for businesses using these technologies. Read more
ID Tech Reveals OneFlip Attack on AI Systems
Researchers from ID Tech have discovered a new exploit, OneFlip, which can compromise AI systems by altering a single bit in a neural network's memory. This poses significant risks to biometric security. Read more
ESET Identifies AI-Powered Ransomware 'PromptLock'
Slovakia-based cybersecurity firm ESET has discovered 'PromptLock', an AI-powered ransomware that uses a local AI model to evade detection and generate malicious scripts. Read more
Anthropic Blocks Cybercriminals Misusing Claude AI
Anthropic has identified and blocked the misuse of its Claude AI tool by cybercriminals for hacking activities, including ransomware and phishing. The report highlights a trend of AI being used in cybercrime, affecting multiple organizations. Read more
Keeper Security Introduces KeeperAI for Cyber Threat Defense
On August 27, 2025, Keeper Security unveiled KeeperAI, an AI feature designed for real-time cyber threat detection and response within its KeeperPAM platform. Read more
IBM and HackerOne Launch Bug Bounty for AI Models
IBM has partnered with HackerOne to launch a bug bounty program offering up to $100,000 for vulnerabilities in its Granite AI models. This initiative aims to enhance the security and reliability of AI systems in enterprise environments. Read more
CrowdStrike Acquires Onum for $290 Million
CrowdStrike has announced its acquisition of Madrid-based startup Onum for approximately $290 million. The acquisition is intended to enhance CrowdStrike's AI security capabilities by integrating Onum's real-time data pipeline technology. Read more
Okta to Acquire Axiom Security for Enhanced Identity Security
Okta is acquiring Israeli startup Axiom Security to integrate its privileged access technology into Okta's platform. This move aims to bolster security as AI adoption grows, with the deal expected to close in September 2025. Read more
OpenSSF Celebrates AI/ML Security Initiatives in Amsterdam
On August 28, 2025, the Open Source Security Foundation (OpenSSF) hosted its Community Day Europe in Amsterdam, where it celebrated achievements in AI/ML security and awarded the Golden Egg Award for contributions to open source security. Read more
Hexaware and Replit Partner for Secure Vibe Coding
Hexaware Technologies has partnered with Replit to enhance enterprise software development through secure Vibe Coding, enabling rapid and secure application creation. Read more
Sophos Highlights Cybersecurity Burnout in Malaysia
A report by Sophos reveals that 90% of organizations in Malaysia face cybersecurity burnout due to increasing threats and resource gaps. The study also notes risks from unauthorized AI use. Read more
Moxso Secures €4.7 Million for AI Security Platform
Copenhagen-based cybersecurity firm Moxso has raised €4.7 million in Seed funding to expand globally and improve its AI-driven security awareness platform. Read more
Paubox Introduces AI Email Security for Healthcare
Paubox has launched an AI-powered Inbound Email Security solution to enhance protection against cyber threats in healthcare. The technology focuses on analyzing communication patterns to combat phishing attacks and is HIPAA compliant. Read more
Reality Defender and Hume AI Collaborate on Voice AI Security
Reality Defender, a deepfake detection platform, has partnered with Hume AI, a voice AI technology company, to improve defenses against synthetic voice threats. Read more
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