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Kaspersky warns of surge in Chinese New Year scams
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As Chinese New Year 2025 approaches, Kaspersky warns of a rise in fraudulent websites exploiting the festive spirit, enticing consumers with fake deals.
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Kaspersky enhances security access for smaller developers
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cybersecurity
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Kaspersky has launched a revamped initiative in its Kaspersky United programme, aimed at enhancing cybersecurity for smaller companies and software startups.
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Kaspersky enhances SIEM solution with AI & new features
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endpoint protection
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cloud security
Kaspersky has unveiled major upgrades to its Security Information and Event Management solution, aiming to boost productivity amid escalating cyber threats.
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Businesses face rising network security challenges in 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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ransomware
Kaspersky's report reveals that 88% of businesses faced cyber attacks last year, highlighting the urgent need for improved network security measures.
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Kaspersky launches courses to strengthen cyber skills
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Kaspersky has unveiled three new courses aimed at bolstering cybersecurity skills through its Automated Security Awareness Platform, addressing rising cyber threats.
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Kaspersky commits to EU ethical AI usage in cybersecurity
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Kaspersky has pledged its commitment to ethical AI usage in cybersecurity by signing the European Commission's AI Pact, reinforcing safe innovation in tech.
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Fitness apps face scrutiny over data security risks
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cybersecurity
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As digital fitness services surge in popularity, Kaspersky warns users of potential data security risks, urging precautions to protect personal information.
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AI technology: A game changer for cybercriminals globally
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
A Kaspersky study reveals that 46% of security professionals believe AI technologies now underpin most cyberattacks, transforming the threat landscape for businesses.
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Kaspersky warns of increasing threats from tampered NFC tags
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky warns of rising risks from hacked NFC tags, urging users to stay vigilant against potential phishing and malware threats as NFC adoption grows.
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Kaspersky achieves 100% scorecard in SE Labs tests for 2024
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Kaspersky has achieved a groundbreaking 100% Total Accuracy Rating in SE Labs' 2024 cybersecurity tests, maintaining consistent excellence across all product ranges.
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71% of firms recover from outages in 1 to 5 hours – Kaspersky
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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network infrastructure
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Kaspersky's research reveals that 71% of companies recover from network outages within 1 to 5 hours, while 12% may take a full workday or longer.
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Kaspersky reports 135% rise in crypto-drainer discussions
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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malware
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Kaspersky's research reveals a staggering 135% rise in dark web discussions about crypto-drainers between 2022 and 2024, signalling growing cyber threats.
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New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.
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Kaspersky alerts businesses to complex Facebook scam
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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cybersecurity
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facebook
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Kaspersky warns of a sophisticated phishing scam targeting businesses using Facebook, with emails impersonating Meta for Business to steal account access.
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Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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ai security
Kaspersky warns that supply chain attacks and IT outages could escalate in 2025, highlighting vulnerabilities in key technologies and infrastructure.
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Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 2024
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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malware
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data protection
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phishing
Kaspersky's latest report reveals a 14% rise in daily malware detection, with 467,000 malicious files identified each day in 2024.
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Kaspersky blocks over 23M bruteforce attacks in SE Asia
Mon, 16th Dec 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
Kaspersky has blocked over 23 million bruteforce attacks targeting businesses in Southeast Asia in the first half of 2024, highlighting ongoing threats.
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Kaspersky warns of phishing scams using Telegram Premium
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky has raised alarms over a surge in phishing scams mimicking Telegram Premium offers, warning users to be vigilant, especially this holiday season.
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Businesses struggle with IT security, Kaspersky reports
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
A recent Kaspersky report reveals 38% of businesses struggle with IT security, facing downtime and productivity losses amid evolving cyber threats.
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Southeast Asia sees surge in web threats amid digital shift
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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breach prevention
Southeast Asia faced an alarming average of 146,944 web threats daily in H1 2024, with Malaysia leading at 19,615,255 incidents, Kaspersky warns.