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ALPHV revealed as most advanced threat actor yet while ransomware attacks on the decline
Malware

ALPHV revealed as most advanced threat actor yet while ransomware attacks on the decline

Global cyber security and risk mitigation firm, NCC Group, has identified a considerable decrease in ransomware attacks in December 2021.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Enea identifies trends that will shape the mobile industry in 2022
Hyperscale

Enea identifies trends that will shape the mobile industry in 2022

Nation states to increase mobile cyber attacks; new encryption protocols and edge clouds highlighted in report on mobile industry trends for 2022.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
MSPs face growing challenges, automation and AIOps present a solution
AIOps

MSPs face growing challenges, automation and AIOps present a solution

MSPs are facing challenges from the pandemic and digital transformation, with pressure to deliver despite outages and cyber attacks, says LogicMonitor.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
DHL tops list of companies most impersonated by criminals
Phishing

DHL tops list of companies most impersonated by criminals

DHL is the most imitated brand by cybercriminals, according to Check Point Software's 2021 Q4 Brand Phishing Report.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jan 2022
Cloudflare Radar releases surprising internet traffic and security statistics in 2021 review
Gaming

Cloudflare Radar releases surprising internet traffic and security statistics in 2021 review

Cybersecurity company Cloudflare Radar releases its 2021 year in review, showing increased internet traffic and cyberattacks in Australia and globally.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022
New RCE bug is making APAC businesses vulnerable to Log Injection attacks
Firewalls

New RCE bug is making APAC businesses vulnerable to Log Injection attacks

A new remote code execution bug could be making businesses in Asia Pacific vulnerable to Log4Shell log injection attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022
Manufacturers struggle to close security gaps as they undergo digital transformation
Manufacturing

Manufacturers struggle to close security gaps as they undergo digital transformation

Combining new and legacy operational technology has left manufacturers vulnerable to cyberattacks, says ISG report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022
Honeywell and Acalvio Technologies launch shared solution to stop zero-day attacks
Cybersecurity

Honeywell and Acalvio Technologies launch shared solution to stop zero-day attacks

Honeywell and Acalvio launch solution to detect cyber attacks in commercial buildings' operational technology environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022
Cyberattacks increased by 50% in 2021, peaking in December due to Log4J exploits
Cybersecurity

Cyberattacks increased by 50% in 2021, peaking in December due to Log4J exploits

Cyberattacks increased by 50% in 2021, peaking in December due to Log4J exploits, according to new research from Check Point Software.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2022
January promises rise in ransomware, Business Australia offers 7 top tips
Malware

January promises rise in ransomware, Business Australia offers 7 top tips

Experts warn of rising cyber attacks in Australia as January becomes a prime time for ransomware attacks. Small businesses urged to be prepared.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jan 2022
Google Cloud acquires cybersecurity provider Siemplify
Hyperscale

Google Cloud acquires cybersecurity provider Siemplify

Google Cloud has announced the acquisition of Siemplify, a security orchestration, automation and response provider.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jan 2022
Logjam: Log4j exploit attempts continue in globally distributed scans, attacks
Firewalls

Logjam: Log4j exploit attempts continue in globally distributed scans, attacks

Log4j exploit attempts persist globally, with evidence of scans and attacks, according to Sophos threat researcher Sean Gallagher.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Dec 2021
Future of trust: Security compliance automation investment set to increase
Supply Chain

Future of trust: Security compliance automation investment set to increase

80% of APEJ organisations will boost investment in security compliance automation by 15% to meet global regulations, says IDC report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Dec 2021
A new tool to help the MSP community combat Log4j
Partner Programmes

A new tool to help the MSP community combat Log4j

Datto is encouraging all MSPs to download a free script developed and made available on GitHub for any Remote Monitoring and Management solution.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Dec 2021
End of 2021 marks drop in cyber attacks, and increase in remote access malware
Malware

End of 2021 marks drop in cyber attacks, and increase in remote access malware

Unique cyber attacks decrease in Q3 2021, but attacks on individuals rise, says Positive Technologies report. Remote access trojans also on the rise.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021
Sophos reveals malicious tactics of AvosLocker ransomware
Malware

Sophos reveals malicious tactics of AvosLocker ransomware

Sophos research reveals how AvosLocker ransomware exploits AnyDesk to launch attacks, bypassing security controls.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021
CrowdStrike expands CrowdXDR Alliance with three new partners
Partner Programmes

CrowdStrike expands CrowdXDR Alliance with three new partners

CrowdStrike expands CrowdXDR Alliance with key partners, aiming to deliver deep integrations for enhanced security insights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Cybercriminals adopt con-artist tactics to trick unsuspecting Kiwis
Email Security

Cybercriminals adopt con-artist tactics to trick unsuspecting Kiwis

Cybercriminals in New Zealand are blending cyberattacks with old-school con tactics, posing as bank fraud teams and duping Kiwis into revealing personal data.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021