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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
CrowdStrike launches Falcon Privileged Access to block threats
Privileged Access Management

CrowdStrike launches Falcon Privileged Access to block threats

CrowdStrike unveils Falcon Privileged Access, enhancing identity security with real-time risk-aware controls to prevent privilege escalation and attacks.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
New Android malware exploits NFC to steal funds instantly
Endpoint Protection

New Android malware exploits NFC to steal funds instantly

A new MaaS platform, Supercard X, exploits Android NFC tech allowing cybercriminals to swiftly steal funds, raising urgent security concerns, especially in Asia.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry
Malware

Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry

A Radware study highlights alarming trends in cyber threats to the financial sector, revealing a surge in infostealer services and sophisticated OTP bots.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Rising threats to influencers as cyber attacks escalate
Multi-factor authentication

Rising threats to influencers as cyber attacks escalate

Bitdefender reports a dramatic rise in cybercrime targeting social media influencers, uncovering over 9,000 malicious livestreams on YouTube in 2024.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Human error tops cloud security threats in Qualys report
Ransomware

Human error tops cloud security threats in Qualys report

A recent report by Qualys reveals human error as a major security threat in cloud and SaaS sectors, with 28% of organisations facing data breaches last year.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Social Engineering stories

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
Responsibility declines as attacks continue: UK cybersecurity survey
Software-as-a-Service

Responsibility declines as attacks continue: UK cybersecurity survey

Only 27% of UK boards now have cybersecurity responsibility, down from 38% in 2021, amid rising phishing attacks threatening businesses nationwide.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Australian firms move to passkeys as cyber threats bypass MFA
Ransomware

Australian firms move to passkeys as cyber threats bypass MFA

Australian organisations face rising cyber threats bypassing MFA, prompting a shift to passwordless authentication and a AUD $288.1 million government security boost.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025