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Venafi launches solution to combat software supply chain attacks
Malware

Venafi launches solution to combat software supply chain attacks

Venafi has unveiled the Stop Unauthorized Code Solution, designed to bolster enterprise security against software supply chain attacks by preventing unauthorised code in any operating system.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jan 2024
'Cybernomics 101' report warns of GenAI empowered cyber attacks
Generative AI

'Cybernomics 101' report warns of GenAI empowered cyber attacks

Barracuda Networks's Cybernomics 101 report warns that cybercriminals could leverage Generative AI to boost attacks' volume and effectiveness, revealing AI-enabled cybercrime concerns among 48% of Australian survey respondents.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2024
Egress report highlights rising concern over phishing threats
Phishing

Egress report highlights rising concern over phishing threats

Egress' Email Security Risk Report reveals that 94% of organisations have fallen victim to phishing attempts, demonstrating an alarming escalation in cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
Keeper Security introduces hardware key as sole 2FA method
Encryption

Keeper Security introduces hardware key as sole 2FA method

Keeper Security boosts cybersecurity with new support for hardware security keys as the solitary Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) method to deter remote attacks.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
CybeReady debuts QR code 'Quishing' simulation tool for 2024
Malware

CybeReady debuts QR code 'Quishing' simulation tool for 2024

In response to the surge in Quishing attacks, cybersecurity firm CybeReady introduces advanced QR Code Phishing Simulations and QR safety-centric 'Awareness Bites' into training platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
CybeReady introduces new QR code phishing simulations
Data Analytics

CybeReady introduces new QR code phishing simulations

CybeReady has introduced QR Code Phishing Simulations to its training suite, to arm businesses against the rising trend of quishing.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
The 2023 ransomware stats: A look back to plan ahead
Ransomware

The 2023 ransomware stats: A look back to plan ahead

What can the 2023 ransomware stats tell us about the year that was, and how can we use them to plan for the year ahead?.

By Christiaan Beek • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2024
Over 4,000 fraudulent e-shops mimic post-Christmas sales
Cybersecurity

Over 4,000 fraudulent e-shops mimic post-Christmas sales

Fraudulent e-shops imitating popular fashion brands have exploited post-Christmas sales to steal personal and payment data from unsuspecting shoppers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2024
McAfee unveils AI tool to defend against deepfake audio at CES 2024
Email Security

McAfee unveils AI tool to defend against deepfake audio at CES 2024

McAfee Corp unveils Project Mockingbird, an AI-powered technology with a 90% accuracy rate for detecting deepfake audio, at CES 2024, enhancing defences against AI-enabled scams.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2024
Christmas marked by sophisticated cyberattacks on retailers
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Christmas marked by sophisticated cyberattacks on retailers

Cybercriminals utilised new tactics across wider timeframes to launch complex attacks on online retailers during the 2023 holiday season.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
Financial sector tops list for cyber attacks – report
Ransomware

Financial sector tops list for cyber attacks – report

Netwrix report identifies financial industry as prime cybercriminal target with 77% recording attacks in past year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Egress experts predict wave of AI weaponisation in cyber threats for 2024
Unified Communications

Egress experts predict wave of AI weaponisation in cyber threats for 2024

Egress forecasts AI-powered cyber threats to soar in 2024, with cybercriminals exploiting artificial intelligence.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Dec 2023
EasyDMARC reveals alarming rise in suspicious email activity
EduTech

EasyDMARC reveals alarming rise in suspicious email activity

EasyDMARC reports a concerning 75% increase in suspicious emails flagged by authentication systems between 2021 and 2023.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Dec 2023
Kaspersky uncovers FakeSG, Akira and AMOS as latest cyber threats
Malware

Kaspersky uncovers FakeSG, Akira and AMOS as latest cyber threats

Kaspersky reveals FakeSG, Akira, and AMOS as latest cross-platform cyber threats, highlighting the need for constant vigilance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Top tips for staying safe online this festive season
Multi-factor authentication

Top tips for staying safe online this festive season

Protect your Christmas tech presents: Keeper Security advises on safe gift operation to ward off cybercriminals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
'Data Never Sleeps': Domo's annual report reveals escalating online activity
Unified Communications

'Data Never Sleeps': Domo's annual report reveals escalating online activity

Domo's 11th 'Data Never Sleeps' report reveals skyrocketing dynamics of online interaction, driven by innovation in entertainment and commerce.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023
AI advancements being exploited for email cyberattacks
Malware

AI advancements being exploited for email cyberattacks

Cybercriminals are capitalising on the advancements in generative AI technology to conduct sophisticated email cyberattacks, says CISO of Abnormal Security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023

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2024 to witness renewed focus on cyber resilience
Cloud Security

2024 to witness renewed focus on cyber resilience

2024 to witness a renewed focus on cyber resilience, a growing talent gap, resurgence in AI-enhanced cyberattacks, and strategic focus on cybersecurity.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023