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Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats
Malware

Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals a staggering rise in cyber threats, with ransomware payments hitting $460 million and mobile banking malware incidents soaring.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Experts warn businesses of escalating cyber security threats
Multi-factor authentication

Experts warn businesses of escalating cyber security threats

As International Fraud Awareness Week unfolds, experts warn businesses about the rising threat of Business Email Compromise, urging vigilance amid evolving cyber risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence
Ransomware

AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence

As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Sextortion scams surge with personal data to extort money
Malware

Sextortion scams surge with personal data to extort money

New Barracuda research reveals a surge in personalised sextortion attacks, where cybercriminals leverage victims' personal data for increased blackmail pressure.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Tesserent warns AI will fuel cyber threats by 2025
Security Information and Event Management

Tesserent warns AI will fuel cyber threats by 2025

Tesserent predicts a rise in AI-powered social engineering attacks and threats to critical infrastructure as cybersecurity challenges escalate by 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope
Data Privacy

Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope

As Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s, TikTok faces intensified scrutiny over its security practices and controversial data collection methods.

By Dr Martin J. Kraemer • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Google Cloud warns of AI escalation in cyber threats by 2025
Ransomware

Google Cloud warns of AI escalation in cyber threats by 2025

Google Cloud's 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast warns of rising AI-driven threats and highlights the need for enhanced security measures in the JAPAC region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Meta1st launches AI platform to tackle cyber threats
Phishing

Meta1st launches AI platform to tackle cyber threats

Meta1st has launched an AI-driven platform aimed at reducing cyber risks by enhancing employee training and security awareness in organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Igel enhances security with Microsoft solutions support
Software-as-a-Service

Igel enhances security with Microsoft solutions support

IGEL enhances its secure endpoint operating system by supporting Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, and Edge for Business, boosting security for Linux users.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
ReliaQuest links manufacturing breach to Scattered Spider
Unified Communications

ReliaQuest links manufacturing breach to Scattered Spider

An investigation by ReliaQuest reveals a significant cyber intrusion on a manufacturing firm, attributed to Scattered Spider, amid rising ransomware threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics
Crypto

Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics

Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by the Lazarus group targeting cryptocurrency investors, employing social engineering and zero-day exploits.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
AI impersonation emerges as top cyber threat in new report
Malware

AI impersonation emerges as top cyber threat in new report

New research reveals AI impersonation is now the top cyber attack threat, with 52% of security leaders citing social engineering challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Manufacturing faces rising cyber threats, report reveals
Malware

Manufacturing faces rising cyber threats, report reveals

A KnowBe4 report warns of escalating cybersecurity threats in manufacturing, with malware attacks rising 45% and average ransoms nearing USD $2.4 million.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats
Multi-factor authentication

Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats

A coalition of global agencies warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting emerging tactics and unresolved vulnerabilities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Social Engineering stories

AI & cybersecurity trends to watch for in 2025
Software-as-a-Service

AI & cybersecurity trends to watch for in 2025

Mike Britton of Abnormal Security forecasts that by 2025, cybercriminals will adapt to multi-factor authentication as attacks on SaaS grow increasingly sophisticated.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Surge in financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia
Fintech

Surge in financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia

Kaspersky has revealed a staggering 330,000 financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia in early 2024, a rise of 41% from last year.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Gen's report reveals 614% surge in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks'
Malware

Gen's report reveals 614% surge in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks'

Gen's latest threat report reveals a staggering 614% rise in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks' and highlights growing cybersecurity risks globally.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Guarding against ransomware in the midgame
Malware

Guarding against ransomware in the midgame

Ransomware tactics have evolved significantly, prompting Australian organisations to focus on midgame detection to counteract increasing cyber threats.

By Simon Howe • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024