AI discovers 15‑year‑old Linux kernel root vulnerability

The Pentagon has announced a new initiative to train civilians as part of its cyber‑defense forces, calling the program a “hacker army” that will augment the military’s existing cyber units. The training, which will be offered through a partnership with private cybersecurity firms, aims to recruit individuals with strong technical skills and a willingness to operate in high‑stakes environments. Officials say the program will focus on defensive tactics, threat intelligence, and incident response, with the goal of expanding the U.S. military’s cyber‑capabilities without expanding the traditional personnel budget.

In unrelated news, a malfunction in a Flock license‑plate‑reading system triggered a police response that surrounded a car reviewer in a downtown parking lot. The error caused the system to flag the reviewer’s vehicle as a suspect, prompting officers to cordon off the area while investigators assessed the situation. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about the reliability of automated enforcement tools and their potential to disrupt civilian activities. No injuries were reported, and the police department has pledged to review the incident and the technology’s accuracy.