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Ransomware's business model reshapes costs as cybercrime hits USD $10.5 trillion
Ransomware

Ransomware's business model reshapes costs as cybercrime hits USD $10.5 trillion

Ransomware has evolved into a profit-centric business, driving cybercrime costs to USD $10.5 trillion and reshaping global cybersecurity risks and responses.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Tue, 21st Oct 2025
Why quantum threats demand our attention this Cybersecurity Month
Encryption

Why quantum threats demand our attention this Cybersecurity Month

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights current risks, experts warn we must urgently prepare for quantum computing's looming threat to encryption security.

By Julian Fay • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Oct 2025
AI-powered phishing threats outpace business defences & SOC teams
Mobile Device Management

AI-powered phishing threats outpace business defences & SOC teams

Generative AI boosts phishing and smishing attacks, forcing businesses to rethink security as AI-driven threats outpace traditional defences and SOC teams.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Sat, 18th Oct 2025
AISLE debuts autonomous AI tool to patch software vulnerabilities
Security Information and Event Management

AISLE debuts autonomous AI tool to patch software vulnerabilities

AISLE launches AI-driven system that autonomously finds, tests, and patches software vulnerabilities, speeding up enterprise security and reducing risks.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware
Malware

North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware

A North Korean group has used blockchain-based EtherHiding to secretly deploy malware, targeting developers in tech and cryptocurrency sectors worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Check Point earns recognition for real-time blockchain security
Blockchain

Check Point earns recognition for real-time blockchain security

Check Point secures a spot on Fast Company's Next Big Things in Tech 2025 for its real-time security solution safeguarding public blockchain platforms.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
SMEs urged to cut data & boost cyber defences as attacks rise
Data Protection

SMEs urged to cut data & boost cyber defences as attacks rise

SMEs in Australia and the UK face rising cyber threats; experts urge cutting data and boosting defences as attacks and costs escalate rapidly.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
UK retailers face rising cyber threats as resilience becomes key
Ransomware

UK retailers face rising cyber threats as resilience becomes key

UK retailers face growing cyber threats that disrupt operations, forcing a strategic focus on resilience to protect eCommerce and customer trust.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, raising security concerns
Data Protection

Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, raising security concerns

Microsoft will end Windows 10 support from 14 October, leaving millions at risk without security updates unless they upgrade or enrol in Extended Security Updates.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 11th Oct 2025
AI browsers expose enterprises to cyber threats, warns SquareX
Malware

AI browsers expose enterprises to cyber threats, warns SquareX

Research by SquareX reveals vulnerabilities in AI-powered browsers like Comet, exposing enterprises to severe cyber threats including data breaches and malware attacks.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Barracuda unveils Research hub to bolster cyber risk response
Firewalls

Barracuda unveils Research hub to bolster cyber risk response

Barracuda has launched Barracuda Research, a new hub aimed at simplifying cyber risk response with AI-driven threat intelligence and incident analysis.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australia ranks high in cyberattacks as AI fuels new risks
Malware

Australia ranks high in cyberattacks as AI fuels new risks

Australia ranks tenth globally for cyberattack frequency, with AI fueling a rise in ransomware and extortion, Microsoft reports in its 2025 Digital Defence Review.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
NoSpamProxy launches 25Reports to simplify DMARC monitoring
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

NoSpamProxy launches 25Reports to simplify DMARC monitoring

NoSpamProxy launches 25Reports, a tool to simplify DMARC monitoring, offering clear insights and alerts to protect organisations from email fraud and spoofing.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Cyberattacks: Preventable or par for the course?
Firewalls

Cyberattacks: Preventable or par for the course?

Recent cyberattacks have disrupted firms like M&S and Jaguar Land Rover, highlighting urgent need for widespread adoption of Zero Trust cybersecurity strategies.

By John Linford • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October
Data Protection

UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October

With Microsoft ending Windows 10 support on 14 October, UK businesses face amplified cyber risks and operational challenges, especially in critical sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Wallix unveils PAM Core to boost mid-sized firms' cybersecurity
Digital Transformation

Wallix unveils PAM Core to boost mid-sized firms' cybersecurity

Wallix launches Wallix One PAM Core, a SaaS tool boosting mid-sized firms' cybersecurity by managing privileged access without major IT changes.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Semperis unveils free unified identity crisis response solution
Cybersecurity

Semperis unveils free unified identity crisis response solution

Semperis launches Ready1, a free unified solution to help organisations swiftly recover and manage identity system crises after cyberattacks.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Coalition appoints Trent Nihill to lead Australian operations
Risk & Compliance

Coalition appoints Trent Nihill to lead Australian operations

Coalition has named Trent Nihill as General Manager to drive growth in its Australian cyber insurance sector, leveraging his 15 years of specialist experience.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025