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Cybercrime stories - Page 5

Any use of network connected electronic devices such as computers or smartphones for criminal activity is classified as cybercrime. With a long history starting with the misuse of telephone systems (such as ‘phreaking’), cybercrime today includes the creation and distribution of viruses, ransomware, keyloggers and other malware, the download and use of malware produced by others, social engineering tactics such as phishing or (physical) impersonation, the theft and use of credentials for accessing computer systems or networks, and the theft of privileged data. Cybercrime is a broad and dynamic field, with cybercriminals constantly adapting their methods in pursuit of usually financial goals, but also occasionally seeking to disrupt, embarrass or shame their targets.
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AURA launch first Crime Trend Report, aims to gain insight in South Africa
Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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On-demand emergency services marketplace AURA has launched a report into South Africa’s high crime rate and what can be done to lower it.
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Cybercriminals laundered $8.6 billion worth of cryptocurrency in 2021 - report
Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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Chainalysis is releasing its latest money laundering report analysing money laundering activity from the previous year.
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Why cyber crime will continue to flourish in 2022
Tue, 11th Jan 2022
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Cybercrime flourished in 2021, and there are no signs that it will slow down in 2022. There are several factors behind this high-confidence prediction.
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Experts place the human factor at the centre of cybersecurity strategies
Tue, 11th Jan 2022
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Human factor key to Australian companies' cybersecurity strategies, says panel of experts. Cyber-attacks occur every 8 minutes in the country.
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6 significant changes to online fraud we saw in 2021
Tue, 4th Jan 2022
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SEON Fraud Prevention co-founders discuss the top trends that changed fraud in 2021, including the rise of Ransomware as a Service and easier online fraud.
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The British Council falls victim to two successful ransomware attacks
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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The British Council has admitted to falling victim to two successful ransomware attacks, resulting in 12 days of downtime over five years.
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Cybercriminals adopt con-artist tactics to trick unsuspecting Kiwis
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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NZ cybersecurity guru warns of savvy scam calls mimicking Kiwi accents to deceive victims.
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Online credit card fraud on the rise leading up to holiday season
Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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Credit card fraud has seen a significant increase in Australia, particularly online, according to analysis from AusPayNet.
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An exclusive look at the NZ NCSC cyber crime report
Mon, 13th Dec 2021
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New Zealand's National Cyber Security Centre has released its Cyber Threat Report for 2020/2021, detailing major cyber incidents and trends.
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New book reveals massive flaws in Australian cybersecurity management
Mon, 6th Dec 2021
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Cybercrime has been estimated to cost the Australian economy AUD$42 billion, according to a new book released by a UNSW cybersecurity expert.
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Australian FIs are seeking more robust crime management solutions, report finds
Wed, 24th Nov 2021
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Nearly all Australian financial institutions (FIs) plan to replace in-house financial crime management solutions within three years, says IDC.
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Massive increase in cyber threats since global pandemic - report
Fri, 12th Nov 2021
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Increase in cyber threats during the pandemic puts organisations at risk as holiday season approaches, warns report.
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Year of ransomware continues with unprecedented surge
Fri, 29th Oct 2021
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SonicWall records a 148% increase in global ransomware attacks, with 495 million attacks logged so far in 2021. The UK saw a 233% surge in attacks.
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Stolen data spreading even faster on the dark web - report
Mon, 25th Oct 2021
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Increased volume of data breaches and more avenues for cybercriminals to monetise data has led to increased activity surrounding stolen data on the dark web.
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Remote working causes significant cybersecurity risks for SMEs
Thu, 7th Oct 2021
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Remote working is increasing cybersecurity risks for SMEs, leaving infrastructure unmonitored & business data vulnerable, says ServerChoice research.
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Cybercrime more common among Millennials and Gen Z - report
Tue, 5th Oct 2021
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The National Cybersecurity Alliance and CybSafe have announced the release of the Oh Behave! The Annual Cybersecurity Attitudes and Behaviours Report 2021.
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New cyber-criminal group discovered targeting government servers, fuel, energy and aviation companies
Fri, 1st Oct 2021
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Researchers have identified a new, previously unknown group that has systematically attacked Russia's fuel and energy complex and its aviation industry.
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Women and BAME individuals bear the brunt of cyber attacks - Malwarebytes research
Tue, 28th Sep 2021
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Malwarebytes and non-profit partners have released a report revealing certain demographic groups are disproportionally impacted by cybercrime. .
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Networked bot attacks increase as human-initiated attack levels fall
Wed, 15th Sep 2021
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A new report reveals that bot attack volumes grew 41% year over year, with human-initiated attacks falling 29% in the first half of 2021.
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Another cyber attack on NZ businesses - analysis
Thu, 9th Sep 2021
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Kiwi bank and ANZ along with New Zealand Post, Inland Revenue and Metservice all experienced blacks-out due to a cyber-attack earlier today. .
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CertNZ warns NZ users of Kaseya VSA to shut it down
Sun, 4th Jul 2021
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New Zealand organisations using Kaseya VSA software warned of Russian-based ransomware attack, CertNZ urges shutdown.
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Check Point Research warns of a surge in malicious activity around Amazon Prime Day
Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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Surge in cybercrime ahead of Amazon Prime Day 2021 as almost 80% of domains with the word Amazon are potentially dangerous, warns Check Point Research.
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Trade secret protection rapidly rising up the corporate agenda
Thu, 17th Jun 2021
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According to a report by @TheEIU, corporates fear cybercrime and employee leaks as the biggest risks to protecting trade secrets.
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The rise of cybercrime and NZ's fragmented response
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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Cybercrime is rising in New Zealand, but victims often struggle to get justice. Anusha Bradley investigates how to better protect cybercrime victims.