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A good part of the Internet is invisible to regular browsers and known as the deep web; a component of the deep web is the dark web, content which relies on the internet but isn’t available to regular browsers. While the dark web is used for legitimate purposes by businesses and other private networks, it is also commonly associated with the less salubrious aspects of the internet including criminal activity. Accessing the dark web is generally accomplished with specific software and configurations including ‘onion’ browsers the best known of which is probably Tor (The Onion Router).
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Reactions to Ticketmaster data breach exposing 500 million users' data

Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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Ticketmaster confirms a massive data breach affecting over 500 million customers, with personal information reportedly sold on the dark web. Experts call for urgent cybersecurity measures.
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Millions of customers urged to take action after Ticketmaster data breach

Thu, 30th May 2024
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Ticketmaster has suffered a major data breach compromising the personal information of more than 500 million users.
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CloudSEK exposes misuse of Pegasus spyware on the deep web

Thu, 23rd May 2024
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Cybersecurity firm CloudSEK reveals threat actors abusing the Pegasus spyware name on dark web, following Apple's warning about mercenary spyware attacks.
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Opera launches Arm-optimised browser for Snapdragon-powered PCs

Tue, 21st May 2024
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Opera releases an Arm-Optimised version of its browser, promising over double the speed for Snapdragon-based Windows systems, just in time for new product launches.
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ManageEngine integrates Log 360 with Constella for dark web monitoring

Fri, 10th May 2024
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ManageEngine integrates Log360 with Constella Intelligence to facilitate 24/7 dark web monitoring and provide a first line of protection against supply chain risks, as per an announcement at the RSA Conference.
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'Junk gun' ransomware: New low-cost cyber threat targets SMBs

Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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Emerging research from cybersecurity firm Sophos reveals that unsophisticated 'junk gun' ransomware presents a new threat, primarily to small and medium businesses.
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How attackers target security blind spots: Three real-life lessons from the SOC

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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Cyberattack case studies from global XDR service provider Barracuda demonstrate the dangers of incomplete digital security.
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Malwarebytes launches free Digital Footprint Portal to protect personal data

Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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Malwarebytes has launched a free Digital Footprint Portal offering a detailed analysis of sources including the dark web.
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Trustwave launches Threat Intelligence as a Service for businesses

Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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Trustwave has introduced Threat Intelligence as a Service (TIaaS), a proactive tool in cybersecurity to provide businesses with actionable, personalised threat intelligence.
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Record rise in zero-day vulnerabilities exposed in Google-Mandiant report

Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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Google and Mandiant's cybersecurity report reveals a 50% rise in exploited zero-day vulnerabilities in 2023, with China being the leading perpetrator.
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CyberArk launches industry's first identity-centric secure browser

Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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CyberArk launches industry-first identity-centric secure browser, providing a robust blend of security, privacy, and efficiency suited to varying user needs and ensuring protection of sensitive data.
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How AI is powering the next-generation of cybercriminals

Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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Cybercriminals increasingly harness AI for innovative and harder-to-detect attacks, using tools like ChatGPT to improve malware efficiency, automate phishing attempts and exploit APIs vulnerabilities.
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Blackpoint Cyber launches free protection programme

Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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Blackpoint Cyber rolls out the Blackpoint Community Protection Programme, offering Managed Service Providers free, 24/7 security monitoring.
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Rising trend of cybersecurity experts turning to cybercrime

Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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CIISec flags growing concern over cybersecurity professionals engaging in cybercrime, incited by the enticing monetary gains of the dark web.
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Opera boosts AI-centric 'Opera One' browser with superior features

Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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Opera enhances its AI-centric browser, Opera One, prepping for a complete revamp of the online user experience with added features and a commitment to green tech.
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Keeper Security joins Amazon Web Services Partner Network

Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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Keeper Security joins the Amazon Web Services Partner Network in a proactive move to enhance digital protection strategies, while confronting growing cybersecurity threats.
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36m AI & gaming credentials breached, Kaspersky reveals

Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky reveals over 36m AI and gaming credentials, including Roblox and OpenAI, have been feasted on by infostealers within three years.
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BlueVoyant warns of rising cyber threats beyond IT perimeters

Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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BlueVoyant's second report on external cyber defence trends highlights emerging risks beyond IT perimeters, including AI's role in intensifying cyber attacks.
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BlueVoyant report details rising AI-enabled cybercrime trends

Mon, 12th Feb 2024
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New report by cybersecurity firm BlueVoyant identifies worrying advances in cyber threats and urges increased business vigilance. The emerging trends include AI-aided phishing and online ad exploitation.
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Quorum Cyber predicts major cyber threats for 2024

Fri, 9th Feb 2024
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Quorum Cyber's 2024 report forecasts AI weaponisation and intensified threats from Russia, China, Iran and North Korea as major cybersecurity concerns.