Cyber Security Headlines Mobile blackout for Russian travelers, Windows 11 supports 3rd party passkeys, Synology patches BeeStation flaw
Nov 13, 2025
Russian travelers face a 24-hour mobile internet blackout upon returning home, raising questions about security and access. Windows 11 introduces support for third-party passkey managers like 1Password, enhancing user convenience. Synology addresses a critical remote code execution vulnerability in BStation OS, urging users to update. Meanwhile, cyber insurance payouts in the UK skyrocketed by 230% in 2024, highlighting the pressing need for better risk management and prevention strategies.
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Russia's Travel Blackouts For Drone Defense
- Russia enforces 24-hour mobile internet blackouts for returning travelers to stop Ukrainian drones using domestic SIMs.
- The move also expands FSB powers to order network shutdowns under "emerging threats," causing local outages.
Windows Adds Third-Party Passkey Support
- Windows 11 now supports third-party passkey managers via a new PASCII API working with 1Password and Bitwarden in beta.
- Users can store passkeys in Windows Hello or supported apps protected by Azure HSMs, expanding passwordless choices.
Patch Synology BStation Immediately
- Update Synology BStation devices to BStation OS 1.3 or later to close a critical remote code execution bug from Pwn2Own Ireland 2025.
- Apply patches promptly because the flaw allowed arbitrary remote code execution via improper buffer checks.