Cyber attacks stories
Teleport 17 enhances security for cloud infrastructure
2 days ago
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firewalls
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hyperscale
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network security
Teleport has unveiled its Teleport 17 update, enhancing access control for large enterprises facing rising cloud security challenges amidst increasing breaches.
Fortinet firewalls hit by major data leak and zero-day flaw
3 days ago
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firewalls
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mfa
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breach prevention
A major data leak impacting Fortinet firewalls has revealed sensitive information from 15,000 devices following a critical vulnerability, prompting urgent cybersecurity measures.
A look ahead: Experts weigh in on 2025 cybersecurity trends
3 days ago
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ai
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cybersecurity
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As experts forecast 2025's cybersecurity trends, organisations are urged to enhance their defences against evolving AI-driven threats and embrace unified security solutions.
Check Point report reveals 44% rise in cyber-attacks
4 days ago
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ransomware
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threat intelligence
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cyber attacks
Check Point Software Technologies' latest report reveals a staggering 44% rise in global cyber-attacks, highlighting a dangerous evolution of ransomware and AI-driven threats.
Cyber threats rising in manufacturing sector, study warns
5 days ago
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
A new analysis by IDS-INDATA reveals a 50% surge in cyber attacks on the manufacturing sector, driven by outdated tech and complex supply chains.
Gen Z & Millennials face higher social media compromises
6 days ago
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mfa
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phishing
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email security
A recent survey reveals that nearly half of Gen Z and Millennials have had their social media passwords compromised, exposing generational divides in cybersecurity practices.
Profitability a priority for Australian MSPs by 2025
Last week
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data protection
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dr
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it automation
A report by Kaseya reveals 91% of Australian Managed Service Providers are prioritising profitability for 2025, despite growing customer apathy towards cybersecurity.
Open source software challenges predicted to continue in 2025
This month
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endpoint protection
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application security
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supply chain & logistics
Chris Hughes predicts that open source software adoption will grow in 2025, alongside sophisticated attacks and challenges in governance and security.
ReliaQuest reveals increase in malware via fake CAPTCHA pages
Last month
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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.
Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead
Last month
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encryption
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iot
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quantum computing
Cybersecurity experts warn of rising threats, predicting a NotPetya-like incident due to AI, quantum advancements, and increased geopolitical tensions.
Elastic Security Labs reveals new GOSAR backdoor threat
Last month
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
Elastic Security Labs has unveiled GOSAR, a sophisticated new Golang-based malware family, targeting Chinese-speaking victims with advanced evasion techniques.
Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
Last month
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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.
UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent
Last month
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siem
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cybersecurity
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cisco
UK Chief Information Security Officers are under growing stress, with 35% facing overwork and 23% actively seeking new job opportunities.
Elastic Security's top three cybersecurity predictions for 2025
Last month
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malware
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ransomware
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cloud security
In 2025, AI will be crucial in strengthening cybersecurity as threat actors become increasingly sophisticated, driving a surge in cyber incidents.
Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, supply chains, resilience
Last month
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ransomware
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supply chain & logistics
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edr
Experts from Semperis forecast that AI will dominate cybersecurity discussions in 2025, despite many attacks remaining basic and clunky.
Iran-linked malware targets critical infrastructure in USA, Israel
Last month
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malware
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surveillance
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iot
Claroty's Team82 has exposed IOCONTROL, sophisticated malware linked to Iranian attackers, targeting vital IoT and OT systems in Israel and the US.
CyTwist unveils engine to detect AI-powered cyberattacks
Last month
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malware
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uc
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siem
CyTwist has unveiled a groundbreaking detection engine to identify AI-generated cyberattacks in minutes, enhancing security for organisations worldwide.
Check Point solution achieves 100% detection in MITRE test
Last month
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ransomware
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Check Point Software's Infinity XDR/XPR solution achieved a remarkable 100% detection rate in the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations, showcasing its effectiveness.
Businesses struggle with IT security, Kaspersky reports
Last month
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
A recent Kaspersky report reveals 38% of businesses struggle with IT security, facing downtime and productivity losses amid evolving cyber threats.
UK urged to prioritise reform against cyber attack risks
Last month
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ransomware
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breach prevention
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data breach
Cyber experts are urging UK ministers to act on reforms as the risk of cyber attacks on national infrastructure is increasingly underestimated.