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CrowdStrike outage fuels rise in phishing scams, experts argue
3 days ago
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supply chain systems
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ai security
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downtime
Experts are warning of phishing scams exploiting the CrowdStrike Falcon disruption, urging vigilance against fake fixes targeting impacted systems.
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Kaspersky reports surge in hybrid phishing campaigns for 2024
Last week
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phishing
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martech
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email security
Kaspersky researchers identify a new trend blending spear phishing’s personalisation with bulk phishing’s scale, marking a sophisticated cybersecurity threat.
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Cloudflare report reveals rising DDoS attacks & API risks
Last month
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data analytics
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ddos
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application security
Cloudflare's 2024 State of Application Security Report reveals soaring DDoS attacks, exploited zero-day vulnerabilities, and escalating supply chain risks.
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BlackBerry thwarts 3.1 million cyberattacks in early 2024 report
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smartphones
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malware
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ransomware
BlackBerry's Q1 2024 report reveals unprecedented cyber threats, detecting 3.1 million attacks and a 40% rise in new malware, spotlighting surging global cybersecurity tensions.
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Organisations prioritise SaaS security, increase budgets amid cuts
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saas
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
In 2025, 70% of organisations prioritise SaaS security, forming dedicated teams despite economic pressures, reveals CSA and Adaptive Shield survey.
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Project Galileo marks ten years of cyber defence at Cloudflare
Last month
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data protection
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ddos
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cloudflare’s Project Galileo, which offers free DDoS protection, marks its 10th anniversary, supporting over 2,600 public interest groups globally.
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OpenAI disrupts five covert influence operations in three months
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ai
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russia
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instagram
OpenAI has thwarted five covert influence operations over three months, leveraging AI to disrupt attempts by malicious actors to misuse the technology for deceptive activities.
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CloudSEK exposes misuse of Pegasus spyware on the deep web
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
Cybersecurity firm CloudSEK reveals threat actors abusing the Pegasus spyware name on dark web, following Apple's warning about mercenary spyware attacks.
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Rise in ransomware accelerates cyber insurance adoption
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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ransomware
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email security
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ai
Arctic Wolf’s Cybersecurity Report reveals a rise in ransomware and Business Email Compromise attacks, pushing global firms towards increased cyber insurance.
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Cyberattacks exploiting trusted ties spanned over a month in 2023
Fri, 17th May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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cybercriminals
Cyberattacks exploiting trusted relationships surged in 2023, with over 20% lasting more than a month, according to Kaspersky.
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Object First reinforces Partner Program amid rising ransomware threats
Thu, 16th May 2024
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storage
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virtualisation
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dr
Object First fortifies its Partner Programme, introducing new benefits to enhance revenue, customer satisfaction, and backup security amid rising ransomware threats.
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Collaboration tools are now at the frontline in the battle against phishing
Mon, 13th May 2024
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uc
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phishing
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email security
As users swap email for collaboration suites, threat actors are as well, posing a fresh challenge for corporate security teams.
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Australia's cybersecurity under threat despite GenAI advances
Fri, 10th May 2024
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siem
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ai
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cybersecurity
Australia's leadership in generative AI adoption contrasts with its cybersecurity woes, with nation-state attacks leading to a precarious digital stance.
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How the evolution of AI will reshape cybersecurity
Mon, 6th May 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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phishing
From the foundations laid by Alan Turing to today's AI-mainstream force, discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionising cybersecurity, aiding defence and posing new challenges.
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Legit Security announces strategic partnership with GuidePoint Security
Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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application security
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supply chain systems
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risk & compliance
Cybersecurity firms, Legit Security and GuidePoint Security, form strategic partnership to enhance businesses' application security positions, helping them navigate challenges while bolstering productivity.
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Ransomware attacks rise in global food & agriculture sector
Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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cybersecurity
Ransomware attackers are increasingly targeting global food and agriculture, with the sector suffering 167 attacks in 2023, says a report by Food and Ag-ISAC.
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UK IT leaders skeptical of government's ability to thwart cyberwarfare
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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leadership
Over half of UK IT leaders lack faith in the government's ability to shield businesses and citizens from cyberwarfare threats, according to a study by cybersecurity firm Armis.
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The rising threat of search engine ad abuse
Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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malware
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phishing
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martech
Search engine ad infrastructure is increasingly being exploited by cyber criminals for phishing scams, posing a growing threat to global internet users and firms, a BlueVoyant report reveals.
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Picus Security unveils AI assistant for improved cyber defence insights
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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malware
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soc
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ai
Picus Security unveils Picus Numi AI, a generative AI security analyst that aids security teams in risk-based decision making and offers detailed insights on security validation assessments.
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Australia unprepared for cybersecurity threats, says Cisco study
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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email security
Cisco's recent study reveals a stark cyber-preparedness gap in Australia as only 1% of organisations are equipped to tackle emerging cyber threats, despite 69% fearing a debilitating cyber incident within two years.