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AI security report warns of rising deepfakes & Dark LLM threat
Phishing

AI security report warns of rising deepfakes & Dark LLM threat

Check Point Research reveals AI's rising role in cybercrime, highlighting risks like deepfakes, data poisoning, and Dark LLMs threatening digital security worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
Low-tech phishing scams on the rise as criminals shift tactics
Malware

Low-tech phishing scams on the rise as criminals shift tactics

VIPRE Security Group's Q1 2025 report reveals a rise in human-focused cyberattacks, with callback phishing making up 16% of attempts globally.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Barracuda warns of surge in advanced phishing email threats
Firewalls

Barracuda warns of surge in advanced phishing email threats

Barracuda warns of three new global phishing threats exploiting calendar invites, ShareFile, and voicemail alerts to bypass security and steal credentials.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Cybercriminal groups use RDGAs in scams, phishings
Malware

Cybercriminal groups use RDGAs in scams, phishings

Cybercriminal groups Reckless Rabbit and Ruthless Rabbit use registered domain algorithms to carry out investment scams costing US consumers USD $5.7 billion in 2024.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Phishing attacks thrive on human behaviour, not lack of skill
Data Protection

Phishing attacks thrive on human behaviour, not lack of skill

Phishing attacks remain a top cyber threat, costing USD $4.76 million per breach, as even savvy professionals fall prey to sophisticated social engineering.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
IRONSCALES launches Deepfake Protection to fight phishing surge
Phishing

IRONSCALES launches Deepfake Protection to fight phishing surge

IRONSCALES has launched Deepfake Protection, using AI to detect and neutralise deepfake email threats, as phishing attacks surge globally by up to 1,740%.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Proofpoint launches unified cybersecurity solution to cut costs
Unified Communications

Proofpoint launches unified cybersecurity solution to cut costs

Proofpoint has launched Proofpoint Prime Threat Protection, uniting multichannel cyberdefence and employee education to cut costs and cyber risks globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Proofpoint unveils unified platforms to combat data & cyber risks
Data Protection

Proofpoint unveils unified platforms to combat data & cyber risks

Proofpoint launches two new cybersecurity platforms aimed at unifying threat protection and data security across multiple channels and environments.

By Moritz Florian • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Social Engineering stories

Scattered Spider exploited UK retailer service desks
Ransomware

Scattered Spider exploited UK retailer service desks

Cybercriminal group Scattered Spider targets UK firms like Marks & Spencer and Harrods by tricking IT service desks in social engineering attacks.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Rise in AI-driven cyberattacks prompts urgent action for SMEs
Ransomware

Rise in AI-driven cyberattacks prompts urgent action for SMEs

Two thirds of global firms saw a rise in cyberattacks last year, with AI-driven threats and lack of expertise raising security concerns, says Hiscox report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 5th May 2025
UK banks see spike in mobile fraud as scams shift from calls
Email Security

UK banks see spike in mobile fraud as scams shift from calls

UK mobile banking fraud surged 11% in 2024 as scammers shift from voice scams, with card fraud and remote iOS attacks also on the rise, reports BioCatch.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 5th May 2025
Harrods cyber attack spotlights retailer risk amid cutbacks
Ransomware

Harrods cyber attack spotlights retailer risk amid cutbacks

The recent cyber attack on Harrods highlights rising cyber threats to retailers, linked to economic pressures potentially weakening security defences.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Super fund cyberattacks highlight risks to Australian savings
Multi-factor authentication

Super fund cyberattacks highlight risks to Australian savings

Several Australian superannuation funds suffered cyberattacks in April 2025, compromising thousands of accounts and raising urgent security concerns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Cyber attack on M&S exposes UK food supply chain risks
DevOps

Cyber attack on M&S exposes UK food supply chain risks

Marks & Spencer's recent cyber attack exposes vulnerabilities in the UK's food supply chain, prompting urgent calls for stronger cyber security measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
World Password Day highlights risks & best practices for firms
Encryption

World Password Day highlights risks & best practices for firms

Experts warn poor password management risks account fraud as 27% of businesses lack strong password policies, spotlighting security on World Password Day.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Offline malware attacks surge in Southeast Asia, hitting 50 million
Malware

Offline malware attacks surge in Southeast Asia, hitting 50 million

Kaspersky detected nearly 50 million on-device malware attacks in Southeast Asia in 2024, a 15% rise as offline threats target businesses via USBs and drives.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Australian investors lose AUD $945 million to cyber scams
Malware

Australian investors lose AUD $945 million to cyber scams

Australian investment scams have cost consumers AUD $945 million in 2024, driven by complex cybercriminal groups Reckless Rabbit and Ruthless Rabbit, says Infoblox.

By Moritz Florian • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
System intrusions cause 80% of Asia-Pacific data breaches
Malware

System intrusions cause 80% of Asia-Pacific data breaches

Verizon's 2025 DBIR reveals system intrusions caused 80% of Asia-Pacific data breaches, with ransomware hitting 51% and malware attacks soaring to 83%.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025