Cyber attacks stories
Email security gaps leave Asia Pacific firms vulnerable
2 days ago
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Research by Proofpoint reveals only 12% of Asia Pacific firms use essential email authentication, exposing them to a surge in phishing attacks.
Teleperformance launches Cloud Campus for remote security
3 days ago
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
With cyber attacks hitting Australian firms every six minutes, Teleperformance unveils Cloud Campus to bolster data security for remote workforces.
Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024
6 days ago
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ransomware
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phishing
A report by Barracuda Networks reveals a staggering fourfold rise in ransomware threats in 2024, driven by the proliferation of Ransomware-as-a-Service platforms.
Half of UK education professionals worried about AI risks
Last week
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data protection
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
A new survey from Sharp reveals that half of education professionals in the UK feel anxious about AI heightening cybersecurity risks, highlighting urgent training needs.
Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge
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advanced persistent threat protection
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A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.
Logpoint & Netheimur team up to enhance Icelandic security
Last week
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siem
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Logpoint has partnered with Icelandic firm Netheimur to bolster cybersecurity in Iceland, introducing its SIEM system for enhanced threat detection across sectors.
Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests
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malware
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cloud security
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casb
Check Point Software's Infinity Platform has been recognised for its exceptional security efficacy, achieving a 99.9% malware block rate in Miercom's 2025 benchmark report.
UK financial firms hit by rising supply chain cyber attacks
This month
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supply chain & logistics
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cybersecurity
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New research shows that 58% of large UK financial services firms faced third-party supply chain attacks in 2024, with nearly a quarter seeing multiple incidents.
SafeBreach launches new exposure validation platform
This month
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ransomware
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devops
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apm
SafeBreach has launched its innovative exposure validation platform, designed to enhance enterprise cybersecurity through insights and proactive risk management.
Samsung introduces quantum-proof tech in Galaxy S25 phones
This month
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data protection
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cloud security
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quantum computing
Samsung Electronics is introducing post-quantum cryptography in its upcoming Galaxy S25 series, aiming to bolster mobile security against quantum computing threats.
Dismantling security councils exposes cyber vulnerabilities
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uc
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cybersecurity
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telco
The recent federal decision to dismantle key security councils has triggered alarms about national cyber vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure protection.
Kynd urges financial firms to boost cyber resilience
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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business continuity
KYND, a London-based insurtech firm, urges the financial services to enhance long-term cyber resilience as the EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act takes effect.
EasyDMARC partners with GuidePoint for email security boost
Last month
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
As the PCI DSS V4.0 compliance deadline nears, EasyDMARC partners with GuidePoint Security to enhance email security against rising phishing threats.
Semperis achieves ARR milestone with USD $100 million mark
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
Semperis has surpassed USD $100 million in annual recurring revenue, a remarkable feat achieved by fewer than 1 in 1,000 venture-backed software firms.
Public IP faces 2,266 attacks in Spitfire honeypot test
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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.
Barracuda enhances email protection against cyber threats
Last month
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firewalls
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data protection
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phishing
Barracuda has unveiled major upgrades to its Email Protection service, enhancing security measures and deployment options to better combat evolving cyber threats.
UK firms reluctant to report ransomware incidents, says study
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ransomware
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phishing
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email security
A report by Illumio reveals that 73% of UK organisations hesitate to report ransomware incidents, citing fears of exposure and financial repercussions.
UK government faces urgent cybersecurity threat crisis
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
A forthcoming National Audit Office report signals urgent cyber threats to the UK government, exposing vulnerabilities in 58 critical IT systems and a skills gap in security roles.
BlueVoyant appoints Montoya & Dalvi for key roles
Last month
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saas
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hyperscale
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cloud security
BlueVoyant has appointed Michael Montoya as Chief Operating Officer and Deepak Dalvi as head of SaaS product and AI strategy to drive innovation.
CrowdStrike wins third AAA Award for ransomware defence
Last month
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
CrowdStrike's Falcon platform has triumphed in the 2024 SE Labs Ransomware Test, securing a third consecutive AAA Award for its exceptional security performance.