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AI impersonation emerges as top cyber threat in new report
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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New research reveals AI impersonation is now the top cyber attack threat, with 52% of security leaders citing social engineering challenges.
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Manufacturing faces rising cyber threats, report reveals
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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A KnowBe4 report warns of escalating cybersecurity threats in manufacturing, with malware attacks rising 45% and average ransoms nearing USD $2.4 million.
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Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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email security
A coalition of global agencies warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting emerging tactics and unresolved vulnerabilities.
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Phishing scams use QR codes in PDFs to bypass defences
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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phishing
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Barracuda reveals a surge in QR code phishing attacks, with over 500,000 emails detected in three months, exploiting sensitive data risks.
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RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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breach prevention
Ransomware activity rose by 2.3% in Q3 2024, with 'RansomHub' overtaking 'LockBit' as the most active group, according to ReliaQuest's latest report.
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UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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malware
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Research by Appdome reveals that 41% of UK consumers have faced mobile fraud, highlighting urgent security concerns as they shift towards app-based transactions.
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Why you need layered email security to protect against advanced threats
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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With email-based cyberattacks surging, experts stress the urgent need for Australian businesses to implement layered email security measures.
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Expert advice to combat rising ransomware & phishing
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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network security
As Cyber Security Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge organisations to bolster defenses against the rising threats of ransomware and phishing attacks.
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Okta enhances security features to tackle identity threats
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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cloud services
Okta has unveiled new features for its Workforce Identity Cloud to tackle security challenges like identity breaches and MFA overload in enterprises.
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Australian firms urged to bolster defences against AI risks
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
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email security
As Australia recognises 'AI Month', cybersecurity concerns mount, with experts stressing the urgent need for enhanced protection against AI-related threats.
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Exclusive: Mandiant Consulting highlights evolving cyber threats and AI’s role
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
Mandiant Consulting’s Jurgen Kutcher warns of evolving cyber threats, zero-day vulnerabilities, and the transformative role of AI in both attacks and defences.
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Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey
Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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Australian cybersecurity professionals face rising job stress amid increased threats and low budgets, with 53% anticipating a cyberattack within a year.
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Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play
Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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google
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cyber threats
Check Point Research has exposed the first mobile crypto drainer app on Google Play, which stole USD $70,000 worth of digital assets from at least 150 users.
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The insider threat: Why Australian businesses are most vulnerable from within
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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cybersecurity
Australian businesses face a growing insider threat, with a 2022 study revealing 67% of companies grappling with frequent internal security incidents.
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UK public worries cyber warfare will be next major conflict
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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Over 70% of the UK public see cyber warfare as imminent, with new research showing growing concern about cyberspace becoming the next battleground.
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Australian firms to boost cybersecurity budgets by next year
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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firewalls
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network security
Sophos's new report reveals 83% of Australian firms will boost cybersecurity budgets, with a focus on MSPs and covering AI threats, credential theft, and more.
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How MDR will transform cybersecurity in the mid-market
Mon, 16th Sep 2024
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siem
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Mid-sized businesses under cyber-attack pressure look to Managed Detection and Response (MDR) to bridge security and staffing gaps, navigating an evolving threat landscape.
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AI-driven cybercrime spikes in Australia & NZ, warns Trend Micro
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
AI-driven cybercrime surges in Australia and NZ, warns Trend Micro; thousands of attacks detected, leveraging AI to breach security defences.
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Fraud & scam complaints reach six-year high at FOS
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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email security
Complaints about fraud and scams hit a six-year high, with more than half involving bank transfers, as cybercriminals target mobile devices, says FOS.
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Asia Pacific faces rising fraud threat, Forrester report warns
Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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genai
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A Forrester report warns that the Asia Pacific region faces a growing threat from fraud, with incident rates exceeding the global average, straining financial institutions.