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Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals a staggering rise in cyber threats, with ransomware payments hitting $460 million and mobile banking malware incidents soaring.
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AI & cybersecurity trends to watch for in 2025

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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Mike Britton of Abnormal Security forecasts that by 2025, cybercriminals will adapt to multi-factor authentication as attacks on SaaS grow increasingly sophisticated.
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Experts warn businesses of escalating cyber security threats

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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As International Fraud Awareness Week unfolds, experts warn businesses about the rising threat of Business Email Compromise, urging vigilance amid evolving cyber risks.
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AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.
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Sextortion scams surge with personal data to extort money

Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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New Barracuda research reveals a surge in personalised sextortion attacks, where cybercriminals leverage victims' personal data for increased blackmail pressure.
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Google Cloud warns of AI escalation in cyber threats by 2025

Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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Google Cloud's 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast warns of rising AI-driven threats and highlights the need for enhanced security measures in the JAPAC region.
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Meta1st launches AI platform to tackle cyber threats

Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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Meta1st has launched an AI-driven platform aimed at reducing cyber risks by enhancing employee training and security awareness in organisations.
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Igel enhances security with Microsoft solutions support

Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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IGEL enhances its secure endpoint operating system by supporting Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, and Edge for Business, boosting security for Linux users.
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ReliaQuest links manufacturing breach to Scattered Spider

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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An investigation by ReliaQuest reveals a significant cyber intrusion on a manufacturing firm, attributed to Scattered Spider, amid rising ransomware threats.
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Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by the Lazarus group targeting cryptocurrency investors, employing social engineering and zero-day exploits.
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AI impersonation emerges as top cyber threat in new report

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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New research reveals AI impersonation is now the top cyber attack threat, with 52% of security leaders citing social engineering challenges.
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Manufacturing faces rising cyber threats, report reveals

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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A KnowBe4 report warns of escalating cybersecurity threats in manufacturing, with malware attacks rising 45% and average ransoms nearing USD $2.4 million.
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Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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A coalition of global agencies warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting emerging tactics and unresolved vulnerabilities.
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Phishing scams use QR codes in PDFs to bypass defences

Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Barracuda reveals a surge in QR code phishing attacks, with over 500,000 emails detected in three months, exploiting sensitive data risks.
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RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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Ransomware activity rose by 2.3% in Q3 2024, with 'RansomHub' overtaking 'LockBit' as the most active group, according to ReliaQuest's latest report.
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UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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Research by Appdome reveals that 41% of UK consumers have faced mobile fraud, highlighting urgent security concerns as they shift towards app-based transactions.
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Expert advice to combat rising ransomware & phishing

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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As Cyber Security Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge organisations to bolster defenses against the rising threats of ransomware and phishing attacks.
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Okta enhances security features to tackle identity threats

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Okta has unveiled new features for its Workforce Identity Cloud to tackle security challenges like identity breaches and MFA overload in enterprises.
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Exclusive: Mandiant Consulting highlights evolving cyber threats and AI's role

Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Mandiant Consulting's Jurgen Kutcher warns of evolving cyber threats, zero-day vulnerabilities, and the transformative role of AI in both attacks and defences.
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Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play

Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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Check Point Research has exposed the first mobile crypto drainer app on Google Play, which stole USD $70,000 worth of digital assets from at least 150 users.