Common System Design Traps: Why Popular Approaches Often Fail in Practice
Industry veterans reveal why seemingly elegant software design patterns like pluggable architectures and premature abstractions often lead to complications. This analysis explores common pitfalls in system design and why engineers should approach these popular solutions with caution.
Chinese Hackers Breach US Treasury Through BeyondTrust Software
The US Treasury Department revealed a major security breach where suspected Chinese state-sponsored hackers gained access through compromised BeyondTrust remote support software. The incident, currently under investigation by CISA and FBI, is part of a broader pattern of sophisticated cyber attacks targeting US government infrastructure.
Critical Security Alert: Over 30,000 Postman Workspaces Found Leaking Sensitive Data
Researchers have uncovered a massive data leak affecting more than 30,000 public Postman workspaces, exposing sensitive credentials and API keys across major platforms. The breach impacts organizations of all sizes, with GitHub, Slack, and Salesforce among the most affected services.
McDonald's India Security Flaws Expose Customer Data Through McDelivery System
Critical vulnerabilities in McDonald's India's delivery system potentially exposed customer and driver data, allowing unauthorized access to orders and personal information. Security researcher Eaton Zveare discovered multiple API flaws that could have impacted hundreds of millions of orders through both mobile app and website.