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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
Holiday shopping season sees seven-fold rise in retail fraud
Application Programming Interface

Holiday shopping season sees seven-fold rise in retail fraud

Retail fraud surged almost seven-fold during the festive shopping period, alerting to growing cyber risks, says a study.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Dec 2023
Retail fraud surges 700% during 2023 holiday season, Cequence reveals
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Retail fraud surges 700% during 2023 holiday season, Cequence reveals

Cybercriminals' new strategy resulted in a 700% hike in retail fraud during the 2023 holiday season, warns Cequence.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2023
New phishing method exploiting the Genial.ly platform
Artificial Intelligence

New phishing method exploiting the Genial.ly platform

Check Point Harmony Email researchers expose a new phishing tactic dubbed 'Business Compromise 3.0' exploiting Genial.ly platform.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2023
Lenovo & Microsoft collaborate to enhance cybersecurity with CRaaS solution
Ransomware

Lenovo & Microsoft collaborate to enhance cybersecurity with CRaaS solution

Lenovo and Microsoft announce joint Cyber Resiliency-as-a-Service (CRaaS) solution to bolster cybersecurity. .

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2023
APAC retail sector hardest hit by cyberattacks due to insufficient funding
Unified Communications

APAC retail sector hardest hit by cyberattacks due to insufficient funding

APAC retail industry shows highest rate of cyberattacks in past 2 years due to poor cybersecurity investment.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2023
AI to customise cyber threats, predicts cybersecurity firm Gen
Multi-factor authentication

AI to customise cyber threats, predicts cybersecurity firm Gen

Gen predicts AI will customise and escalate cyber threats by 2024, making cybersecurity a daily life necessity.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023
Rising ransomware attacks exploit remote access software, warns WatchGuard report
Firewalls

Rising ransomware attacks exploit remote access software, warns WatchGuard report

Endpoint ransomware attacks see an 89% rise, whilst cybercriminals increase exploitation of remote access software, according to WatchGuard.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023
New Forescout report uncovers 21 new tech vulnerabilities
Supply Chain

New Forescout report uncovers 21 new tech vulnerabilities

SIERRA: 21 Living on the Edge analysis unearths 21 new tech vulnerabilities, triggering concern for critical global infrastructure.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023
Military cyber security market to reach $7.2 billion by 2029
Digital Transformation

Military cyber security market to reach $7.2 billion by 2029

Surge predicted in military cyber security market, poised to reach a significant $7.2bn by 2029, according to figures from Adroit Market Research.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Dec 2023
WatchGuard predicts cybersecurity threats and trends for 2024
Firewalls

WatchGuard predicts cybersecurity threats and trends for 2024

Cybersecurity leader WatchGuard predicts a rise in AI-driven cyber threats, VR/MR headset attacks and harmful QR codes in 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
Cybercriminals wary of AI usage in operations – Sophos
Malware

Cybercriminals wary of AI usage in operations – Sophos

Cybersecurity firm Sophos uncovers that despite recognising AI's potential, cybercriminals remain cautious about its integration in operations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023

Stories from Other Regions

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Alarming cybersecurity gaps found in Australia's top hospitals
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Alarming cybersecurity gaps found in Australia's top hospitals

Over a third of Australia's top-rated hospitals lack necessary protections against email fraud and spoofing, reveals a cyber security study.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2023
Group-IB uncovers new Linux RAT targeting Thai company networks
Cybersecurity

Group-IB uncovers new Linux RAT targeting Thai company networks

Group-IB reveals 'Krasue', a fresh Linux Remote Access Trojan (RAT), targeting solely Thailand-based companies.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023