Cyber Threats stories

DDoS attacks surge by 82% as IoT & AI fuel threats
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DDoS attacks have surged by 82% in a year, with 165,000 incidents reported in 2024, driven largely by IoT devices and AI advancements.

How to secure Gen AI prompt fields: Battling a new cyber frontier
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ai security
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cybersecurity
As hackers exploit vulnerabilities in Gen AI prompt fields, organisations face mounting security challenges and must adopt innovative measures to safeguard their systems.

Infinigate expands partnership with Trellix across EMEA
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digital transformation
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network security
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cloud security
Infinigate has expanded its partnership with Trellix across EMEA, enabling partners in several regions to offer advanced AI-driven cybersecurity solutions.

Email security gaps leave Asia Pacific firms vulnerable
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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.

NormCyber to host cyber event for Yorkshire businesses
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
NormCyber has teamed up with the Yorkshire & Humber Cyber Crime Unit to host a free Cyber Crime Awareness Event for SMEs and charities on 20th February 2025.

KnowBe4 platform promises up to 400% return on investment
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ransomware
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it training
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data analytics
A report by Hobson & Company reveals that organisations using KnowBe4's HRM platform can achieve a ROI of 200% to 400% within just 3.5 months.

Exclusive: Infoblox reveals the importance of DNS security in the digital age
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Infoblox's Chief Evangelist Cricket Liu emphasises the critical yet misunderstood role of DNS security, urging businesses to adopt protective DNS measures.

Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Senetas has sold its subsidiary Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5 million, a strategic move expected to enhance its position in the cybersecurity market.

KnowBe4 honoured in CRN's 2025 Security 100 list for HRM+
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advanced persistent threat protection
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KnowBe4 has made CRN's prestigious Security 100 list, recognising its AI-driven approach in enhancing cybersecurity through effective human risk management.

Claroty named leader in Gartner's CPS protection report
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Claroty has been named a Leader in the inaugural Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, recognising its exceptional capabilities among 17 vendors.

Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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public sector
Akamai Technologies has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, aiming to boost cyber resilience among UK SMEs.

Nozomi Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2025 Quadrant
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iot security
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, marking a significant achievement in cyber-physical security.

BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
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smartphones
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data protection
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ransomware
BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.

Acronis report reveals 197% rise in email cyberattacks
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.

Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
Gen's Q4 2024 Threat Report reveals a staggering 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked, with 321 threats emerging every second, highlighting alarming trends in online fraud.

Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity
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data protection
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ransomware
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devops
The UK government's proposal to ban ransomware payments for public sector bodies raises concerns, as experts stress the need for a proactive, data-centric approach to cybersecurity.

Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure
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digital transformation
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edge computing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Leading partners are leveraging NVIDIA's cybersecurity AI to bolster protection for critical infrastructure, confronting emerging AI-era threats head-on.

CrowdStrike unveils Charlotte AI to boost cybersecurity
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
CrowdStrike has unveiled Charlotte AI Detection Triage, an advanced tool aimed at revolutionising security operations with over 98% accuracy and reduced manual hours.

Manufacturing sector faces 24% rise in ransomware attacks
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advanced persistent threat protection
ReliaQuest's new report reveals a worrying 24% rise in ransomware attacks on the manufacturing sector, impacting 624 companies between August 2024 and January 2025.

N-able aids Ventnor in thwarting police cyberattack
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
N-able's Managed Detection and Response solution has successfully thwarted a cyberattack on Ventnor City's Police Department, highlighting the urgent need for robust security.