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iPhone hardware feature exploited in Operation Triangulation
Thu, 4th Jan 2024
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Kaspersky reveals hackers have utilised a previously unknown iPhone hardware feature to bypass Apple's memory protections.
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Kaspersky exposes sophisticated proxy Trojan targeting macOS systems
Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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apple
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smartphones
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Kaspersky uncovers a complex proxy Trojan targeting macOS systems; it is distributed through pirated software versions.
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APAC retail sector hardest hit by cyberattacks due to insufficient funding
Mon, 11th Dec 2023
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APAC retail industry shows highest rate of cyberattacks in past 2 years due to poor cybersecurity investment.
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Report shows daily cyber threats on the rise in 2023
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky reports a near-3% rise in daily cyber threats in 2023, with new tactics and threats emerging.
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APAC companies bolster cybersecurity amid increasing attacks and talent drain
Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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APAC firms tackle cyber threats by bolstering security, with 57% planning to outsource amid rising attacks and talent shortage.
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Employees breaching security policies equal threat to cyber attacks in APAC
Fri, 24th Nov 2023
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A third of cyber incidents within APAC businesses in the last two years were due to employees deliberately violating security protocols.
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Kaspersky outlines forecast for 2024 cybersecurity threats
Wed, 22nd Nov 2023
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Kaspersky predicts advanced cybersecurity threats for 2024 with AI-impersonation, new botnets, and potential political cyberattacks.
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Kaspersky reveals extensive report on Asian Advanced Persistent Threat groups
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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Kaspersky unveils a comprehensive report on Asian APT groups, providing detailed insights into global cyber threat incidents.
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Kaspersky uncovers malicious WhatsApp mod spreading via Telegram
Thu, 9th Nov 2023
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Kaspersky reveals a dangerous WhatsApp mod, dispersed via Telegram, that secretly installs malware impacting over 340,000 users.
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Kaspersky sheds light on Lazarus group's new campaign
Tue, 31st Oct 2023
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Kaspersky's GReAT has revealed a new campaign by the Lazarus group, which exploits organisations globally through legitimate software.
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Password sharing prevalent among UK consumers, reveals Kaspersky study
Sun, 29th Oct 2023
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Kaspersky reveals that nearly half of UK consumers frequently share passwords, posing challenges for service providers and privacy risks for users.
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Kaspersky uncovers APT campaign targeting APAC government entities
Thu, 19th Oct 2023
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Kaspersky has discovered a persistent campaign compromising a specific type of secure USB drive, used to provide encryption for safe data storage.
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Kaspersky honoured by Singapore Police for cybercrime efforts
Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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Kaspersky, the cybersecurity company, has won the APPACT Appreciation Award for its contributions to cyber resilience in Singapore.
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Kaspersky and TSplus sign MoU to develop cyber immune virtual desktop solutions
Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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cloud services
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Kaspersky and TSplus partner to create Cyber Immune Virtual Desktop solutions, strengthening remote work security.
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NTT unveils new data centre in commitment to Malaysia
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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NTT has unveiled its new data centre in Malaysia, representing a RM 234 million investment and part of Malaysia's vision to become an 'Asian Digital Tiger'.
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SEEK launches JobStreet Express for semi-skilled segment
Mon, 9th Oct 2023
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SEEK, which owns Southeast Asia’s career platforms JobStreet and JobsDB, has introduced JobStreet Express, now available in Singapore.
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Top 4 threats targeting small and medium business in SEA
Fri, 29th Sep 2023
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Kaspersky thwarts quadruple the number of malware attacks on Southeast Asian SMBs in H1 2023 compared to last year.
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Kaspersky uncovers 3-year old supply chain attack campaign
Fri, 22nd Sep 2023
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Kaspersky identifies new Linux-targeting malware campaign using infected Free Download Manager software, stealing sensitive information.
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APAC lacking 2.1M cybersecurity professionals, is AI the answer?
Wed, 13th Sep 2023
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APAC needs 2.1 million cybersecurity professionals to combat evolving threats, and Kaspersky suggests utilising AI to boost defences.
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Kaspersky adds 2FA to Password Manager, enhances document security
Thu, 17th Aug 2023
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Kaspersky enhances its Password Manager with new features, including storing unique 2FA keys and support for Opera browsers.
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Three reasons why your smartphone needs security protection
Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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smartphones
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Research on Digital Payments revealed that Android smartphone is the most used device for online financial transactions in the region.
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Kaspersky releases latest report on APT trends for 2023
Wed, 2nd Aug 2023
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Kaspersky's latest report reveals key trends in Advanced Persistent Threats, including new threat actors and upgraded toolsets.
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Singapore recorded as a prime target for cybercriminals
Mon, 24th Jul 2023
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Kaspersky’s latest statistics for Southeast Asia reveal that 43,445,502 phishing attempts were successfully blocked by Kaspersky Solutions in 2022.
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New phishing scheme targeting cryptocurrency users worldwide
Wed, 12th Jul 2023
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The scheme showcases the ever-evolving tactics used by cybercriminals, reflecting cryptocurrency's increasing appeal.