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WithSecure appoints Samantha Cotton as UK & Ireland channel head
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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edr
WithSecure appoints Samantha Cotton as Head of Channel for UK and Ireland, aiming to strengthen partner relationships and expand its network amid rising cybersecurity demand.
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Cybersecurity flaws risk US solar power, now patched
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power / energy
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
Bitdefender reveals vulnerabilities in Solarman and Deye platforms exposed 20% of global solar output to cyber threats, risking US-scale blackouts.
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Bitdefender warns of fake GTA VI beta ads spreading malware
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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malware
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gaming
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ransomware
Bitdefender has uncovered a cyber campaign exploiting the hype around GTA VI, using fake Facebook ads to distribute malware disguised as a game beta installer.
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AI deepfake scams rise in health supplement fraud
Fri, 12th Jul 2024
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ai
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messenger
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facebook
Bitdefender reports a surge in AI and deepfake tech use by fraudsters on social media, promoting fake health supplements and miracle cures, targeting millions globally.
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Bitdefender & Netgear report reveals major IoT vulnerabilities
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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malware
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data protection
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phishing
Bitdefender and Netgear’s new report reveals that 99.3% of IoT attacks exploit known vulnerabilities, highlighting the urgent need for timely updates and robust security measures.
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Bitdefender warns of rising scams targeting 2024 Paris Olympics
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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physical security
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email security
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender uncovers scams targeting the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, threatening spectators globally with fake giveaways to steal personal data and money.
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Bitdefender launches new security suite for small businesses
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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smartphones
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
Bitdefender launches Ultimate Small Business Security, a comprehensive, user-friendly solution for small businesses and entrepreneurs with up to 25 employees.
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Bitdefender report finds Discord rife with malware & scams
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender's report uncovers Discord as a hotbed for malware, phishing, and scams, with 50,000 dangerous links detected in six months, targeting Australia and Indonesia among others.
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Bitdefender joins the Global Anti-Scam Alliance to combat fraud
Thu, 30th May 2024
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email security
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ai
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender partners with the Global Anti-Scam Alliance to combat rising AI-driven scams, leveraging its tech expertise to protect global consumers from online fraud.
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Bitdefender launches AI scam detector Scamio on WhatsApp in Australia
Mon, 27th May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender has unveiled Scamio on WhatsApp in Australia, offering an AI-powered tool to tackle online fraud, responding to a high occurrence of scams.
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Notes on ThroughTek Kalay Vulnerabilities and Their Impact on the IoT Ecosystem
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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cybersecurity
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iot
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security vulnerabilities
ThroughTek Kalay's platform vulnerabilities affect over 100 million IoT devices, exposing them to potential attacks. Vendors race to patch issues.
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AI deepfake scams surge with celebrity voice cloning on social media
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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edutech
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social media
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bitdefender
Rise in advanced AI voice cloning scams impersonating celebrities like Oprah and Elon Musk on social media are duping victims in phoney giveaways, reveals security firm Bitdefender.
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Cato Networks launches groundbreaking threat detection platform
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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casb
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sase
Cato Networks announces a pioneering expansion into threat detection and incident response, launching the world's first Secure Access Service Edge-based extended detection and response solution, Cato XDR.
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From data breaches to account compromise: how hackers use data leaks to hijack accounts
Tue, 17th Oct 2023
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data protection
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breach prevention
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data breach
No matter how strong the password is, an attacker with access to the database could use the credentials right away.
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Rapid increase in YouTube stream-jacking attacks – report
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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email security
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cybersecurity
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youtube
The attacks involve re-directing followers popular channels to one run by cybercriminals or a cybercriminal taking full control of the real channel.
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Take the Password Pledge and secure the digital you
Thu, 25th May 2023
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cybersecurity
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passwords
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online safety
The livelihood of our digital lives is fostered by good online hygiene, which begins with proper password management.
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Australia bumped out of top 10 countries targeted by ransomware
Fri, 3rd Feb 2023
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
Ransomware continues to be a threat that touches almost the entire world, according to a new report from Bitdefender.
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Spammers phishing tourists with travel-themed lures - Bitdefender
Fri, 20th Jan 2023
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Spammers are phishing eager holidaymakers with travel, themed lures, according to new research from Bitdefender Antispam Lab.
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Bitdefender releases free decryption tool for MegaCortex
Fri, 13th Jan 2023
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ransomware
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cybersecurity insurance
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iot security
The free tool helps victims encrypted by MegaCortex ransomware restore their files and recover following a successful attack.
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Bitdefender urges caution when dealing with holiday spam
Tue, 20th Dec 2022
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Bitdefender Labs is warning people to be aware during the festive season due to a significant increase in spam scams.