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Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams

Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2024

Firewalls

Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest

As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, Palo Alto Networks warns of heightened cybersecurity threats, urging enterprises to adopt robust security measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024

Firewalls

Cybercriminals exploit URL protection to mask phishing attacks

Cybercriminals are leveraging legitimate URL protection services to disguise phishing attacks, targeting hundreds of companies, reports Barracuda Networks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024

Cloud Security

Google Cloud's 2024 report reveals rising cyber threats

Google Cloud's 2024 Threat Horizons report reveals rising cyber threats, emphasising advanced social engineering, cloud security, ransomware, and AI exploitation.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

Firewalls

Criminals misuse URL protection to mask phishing attacks

Barracuda Networks reveals cybercriminals are exploiting URL protection services to embed malicious code in phishing emails, deceiving recipients into clicking harmful links.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Cybersecurity

Cybercriminals exploit ChatGPT for near-perfect phishing emails

ReliaQuest's latest report reveals cybercriminals are exploiting ChatGPT and other AI tools to create near-perfect phishing emails, achieving a 2.8% success rate.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

Artificial Intelligence

AI deepfake scams rise in health supplement fraud

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2024

Multi-factor authentication

New data breaches spark cybersecurity fears as Twilio confirms attack

ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for compromising 33 million Twilio users' phone numbers via the Authy 2FA app, sparking major security concerns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Storage

SaaS security breaches escalate, fuelling urgent defences push

Cloud SaaS applications face increasing cyber-attacks, with breaches quadrupling in a year due to identity factors, highlighting urgent security needs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024

Malware

Bitdefender & Netgear report reveals major IoT vulnerabilities

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024

Physical Security

Bitdefender warns of rising scams targeting 2024 Paris Olympics

Bitdefender uncovers scams targeting the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, threatening spectators globally with fake giveaways to steal personal data and money.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024

Data Protection

Experts warn of fallout from BBC Pension and LAUSD data breaches

Recent data breaches at the BBC Pension Scheme and Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) have exposed critical vulnerabilities, prompting cybersecurity experts to issue warnings about the potential misuse of stolen information.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024

Unified Communications

Protecting data centres against emerging cybersecurity threats

Data centres face rising, sophisticated cyber threats linked to geopolitical strife and financial motives. AI and partnerships are key to their defence.

By Abdul Khader Aslam • 5 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024

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Firewalls

IT professionals urged to secure networks before summer holidays

As summer holidays approach, IT experts are urged to bolster network security by shutting down unused devices and boosting protections against cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024

Cybersecurity

Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification

Armis achieves Protected classification through IRAP assessment, bolstering cybersecurity offerings for Australian public sector entities amidst rising foreign threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

AI Security

UK businesses hit hard by AI-driven cyber threats, says report

A Darktrace report reveals that 71% of UK businesses have faced AI-powered cyber threats, with 95% feeling unprepared. Firms like Barclays and HSBC are at risk.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Data Analytics

Australia's AI adoption poised for growth amid trust issues

As AI Appreciation Day approaches on July 16, experts stress trust and ethical use in Australia's AI boom, projected to hit USD $6.4 billion by 2026.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Email Security

One in four Australian businesses impacted by deepfake incidents

Almost 25% of Australian businesses faced deepfake incidents last year, highlighting the growing threat of AI-powered cyber-attacks, says ISMS.online.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024