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AI impersonation scam targets ChatGPT subscription users
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Barracuda Networks has uncovered a phishing campaign where attackers impersonated OpenAI, misleading businesses into updating ChatGPT payment details.
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Why you need layered email security to protect against advanced threats
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With email-based cyberattacks surging, experts stress the urgent need for Australian businesses to implement layered email security measures.
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Barracuda unveils partner engineer community & program updates
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Barracuda Networks has launched a Partner Sales Engineer Community and advanced its Partner Success Program to enhance technical expertise and partner collaboration.
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Cybercriminals exploit content platforms for phishing attacks
Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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Cybercriminals exploit popular content platforms to launch sophisticated phishing attacks, targeting users in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region.
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Content platforms exploited for phishing attacks, warns Barracuda
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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Barracuda reveals cybercriminals exploiting content platforms for phishing, targeting educational institutions and businesses worldwide with deceitful emails.
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Barracuda study shows healthcare sector most targeted by ransomware
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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New research by Barracuda Networks shows 44% of foiled ransomware attacks detected during lateral movement. Healthcare remains top target, up to 21% of incidents.
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Barracuda exposes advanced phishing attacks with new malware
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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Barracuda Networks reports a new wave of phishing attacks using advanced “infostealer” malware that exfiltrates extensive sensitive data, urging enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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Email threats never stop evolving – these are the latest trends to know about
Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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Email threats are evolving, with phishing attacks becoming faster and more sophisticated. Latest data shows conversation hijacking up 70% since 2022.
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Size determines type & frequency of email threats to businesses
Fri, 9th Aug 2024
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New research from Barracuda shows larger firms face more lateral phishing threats, while smaller companies are hit harder by external phishing and extortion.
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Report reveals how cyber attacks target organisations depending on size
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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A Barracuda report highlights a stark disparity in email attack types faced by large and small firms, with lateral phishing targeting major companies and extortion menacing smaller ones.
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Protecting against the cost and impact of cyber crime
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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Australian companies face a rising tide of cybercrime, with 47% hit by attacks last year, costing an average of AUD $4.1 million in damages and disruptions.
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Cybercriminals exploit URL protection to mask phishing attacks
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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Cybercriminals are leveraging legitimate URL protection services to disguise phishing attacks, targeting hundreds of companies, reports Barracuda Networks.
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Criminals misuse URL protection to mask phishing attacks
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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Barracuda Networks reveals cybercriminals are exploiting URL protection services to embed malicious code in phishing emails, deceiving recipients into clicking harmful links.
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Barracuda Networks report shows rise in email cyber threats
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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Barracuda Networks’ Email Threats and Trends, Vol. 1 report reveals an alarming rise in sophisticated email-based cyber threats, driven by advancing AI, with BEC attacks now comprising over 10% of all social engineering threats.
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Geoff Waters named Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Geoff Waters has been hired as Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks, aiming to boost global sales, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Australian MSPs leverage AI & marketplaces amid new demands
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Amid rising customer demands, Australian MSPs are turning to AI and cloud marketplaces for solutions, but many face challenges in AI expertise and regulatory compliance.
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Singapore MSPs moving towards AI but face knowledge gaps
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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A Barracuda Networks report reveals significant shifts in Singapore's MSP sector, with rising AI use and cloud marketplaces amid concerns over AI competence.
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Barracuda launches AI assistant to boost partner productivity
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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Barracuda Networks has launched an AI assistant in its Partner Portal, boosting search and enablement capabilities for partners with real-time responses.
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Too much of a good thing? How security sprawl can weaken defences
Fri, 17th May 2024
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Security sprawl from using too many vendors can weaken defences and create management challenges, even for small businesses. Here's how to streamline.
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Barracuda Networks enhances AI email protection for M365 users
Thu, 16th May 2024
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Barracuda Networks boosts its Email Protection platform with enhanced AI, blocking 70% more BEC attacks for Microsoft 365 users and saving IT resources.