Cybercriminals stories - Page 4
Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a staggering 32% rise in ransomware cases targeting finance and insurance firms, with attackers moving significantly faster in 2024.
Public IP faces 2,266 attacks in Spitfire honeypot test
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
A recent honeypot experiment by Spitfire Network Services reveals a staggering 2,266 cyber attacks on a public IP within just one hour, highlighting severe security risks.
Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Sophos X-Ops has uncovered two active cybercriminal campaigns exploiting Microsoft Office 365, with over 15 incidents reported in just three months.
Malware targets newcomers with Trojan disguised as tool
Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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malware
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edr
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cybersecurity
CloudSEK has revealed a cyber threat impacting over 18,000 devices worldwide, targeting novice cybersecurity users with a malicious XWorm Remote Access Trojan builder.
Zendesk exploit allows phishing scams, CloudSEK reports
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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endpoint protection
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phishing
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email security
CloudSEK's latest report reveals how cybercriminals exploit Zendesk's subdomain feature to create convincing phishing scams, risking brand trust and security.
Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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physical security
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cybersecurity
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identity theft
Avast has launched its Secure Identity solution in 15 new countries, including the UK and Australia, in response to a surge in identity theft and data breaches.
AI technology: A game changer for cybercriminals globally
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
A Kaspersky study reveals that 46% of security professionals believe AI technologies now underpin most cyberattacks, transforming the threat landscape for businesses.
Kaspersky warns of increasing threats from tampered NFC tags
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky warns of rising risks from hacked NFC tags, urging users to stay vigilant against potential phishing and malware threats as NFC adoption grows.
ReliaQuest reveals increase in malware via fake CAPTCHA pages
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
ReliaQuest's new report reveals a surge in fake CAPTCHA pages used for malware distribution, with incidents nearly doubling from September to December 2024.
Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
A new report reveals a 51% rise in cybercriminals exploiting trusted Microsoft applications, highlighting increasing sophistication in attacks on Windows networks.
CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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edutech
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ransomware
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phishing
CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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A report by ReliaQuest reveals that 81% of cyber threats to the utilities sector stem from spearphishing, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in legacy systems.
CyTwist unveils engine to detect AI-powered cyberattacks
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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malware
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siem
CyTwist has unveiled a groundbreaking detection engine to identify AI-generated cyberattacks in minutes, enhancing security for organisations worldwide.
Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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cloud security
A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.
KnowBe4 report finds rise in HR & IT email phishing
Tue, 10th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
KnowBe4's Q3 2024 Phishing Report reveals HR and IT emails dominate phishing attempts, with QR code scams on the rise, exploiting user trust.
Cybercriminals mirror Black Friday with dark market deals
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender has unveiled how cybercriminals mimic festive shopping habits, accessing dark markets for illicit goods, from fake IDs to narcotics.
Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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iot security
Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.
AI in cybersecurity: Not yet autonomous, but the time to prepare is now
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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phishing
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email security
As we approach 2025, experts warn that while AI is increasingly used to enhance cyberattacks, fully autonomous threats remain largely unfulfilled.
Trellix report reveals evolving ransomware ecosystem trends
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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edutech
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ransomware
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ai security
Trellix's latest CyberThreat Report reveals a rapidly evolving ransomware landscape shaped by AI advancements and law enforcement actions.
Accenture expands AI cybersecurity services & workforce
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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supply chain
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genai
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llms
Accenture has unveiled expanded generative AI-driven cybersecurity services to combat a staggering 223% rise in deepfake-related cyber threats.