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Ring Partners With Flock Surveillance, Expands Police Video Access Through Neighbors App

Ring has launched a new integration with surveillance company Flock that allows law enforcement to request video footage from doorbell cameras through the Neighbors app. The Search Party feature, reportedly enabled by default, expands police access to residential surveillance networks. Privacy advocates express concerns about warrantless data sharing practices.

Expanding Surveillance Networks

Amazon’s Ring has integrated with video surveillance company Flock, creating new pathways for law enforcement agencies to access residential doorbell camera footage, according to reports. The partnership enables police departments using Flock’s Nova or FlockOS platforms to request video from Ring users through the company’s Neighbors app via a new Community Request program.

by Henry Blakemore
CybersecuritySoftware

Industry Leaders Call for Major Reforms to Vulnerability Scoring Systems

According to recent analysis, approximately one-third of CVE vulnerability reports may be meaningless or disputed. Industry leaders are calling for substantial reforms to how security vulnerabilities are identified and scored, citing systemic issues with current approaches.

Vulnerability Identification Systems Under Scrutiny

Major cybersecurity vulnerability identification and scoring systems require significant overhaul, according to recent analysis from security industry leaders. Sources indicate that both the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) system and the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) suffer from fundamental flaws that undermine their reliability.

by Henry Blakemore
CybersecuritySoftware

Microsoft Outlines Security Framework for AI Agents in Windows 11 Ecosystem

Microsoft has revealed its security approach for AI agents operating within Windows 11 systems. The company’s Copilot Actions platform will feature opt-in controls and limited folder access during experimental phases, according to reports. Security principles aim to ensure agents align with user intent while protecting sensitive information.

Windows 11 AI Security Framework Takes Shape

Microsoft has detailed its security strategy for AI agents operating within Windows 11 environments as the company transitions PCs toward what it describes as “AI PCs” with expanded Copilot capabilities. According to reports, the software giant is implementing multiple security layers to address privacy concerns surrounding AI agents that interact with personal data and applications.

by Nathan Cross