Data exfiltration stories

Veeam report finds 69% of firms hit by ransomware in past year
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data protection
Nearly 69% of global firms, including Australian organisations, faced ransomware attacks in the past year, despite improved resilience efforts, says Veeam.

Proofpoint unveils unified AI data security platform for enterprises
4 days ago
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data protection
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cloud security
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martech
Proofpoint has unveiled a unified data security platform combining DLP, DSPM and insider threat management to tackle growing data risks across cloud and AI services.

Proofpoint unveils unified platforms to combat data & cyber risks
4 days ago
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data protection
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pam
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martech
Proofpoint launches two new cybersecurity platforms aimed at unifying threat protection and data security across multiple channels and environments.

Bots surpass humans in online traffic, Thales reports
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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llms
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ai
A staggering 51% of all web traffic now comes from automated bots, with malicious activity on the rise, according to the 2025 Imperva Bad Bot Report by Thales.

2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
New findings reveal that ransomware attacks are thriving in 2025, with 80 active groups targeting industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

Researchers reveal data splicing attacks bypassing DLP
Last week
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data protection
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devops
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dlp
SquareX reveals data splicing attacks exploiting browser flaws to bypass major DLP solutions, risking corporate data loss and intellectual property theft.

Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges
This month
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
The rise of Fast Flux DNS has empowered cybercriminals to evade detection more effectively, presenting significant challenges for security agencies in Australia.

Sophos report highlights urgency of active cyber defence
This month
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
A report by Sophos reveals that urgent action is needed against cyber threats, with attackers exploiting valid credentials for over half of breaches.

Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954
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malware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.

Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group
Last month
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
Bitdefender has identified a new ransomware group named RedCurl, which has operated discreetly since 2018, utilising advanced cyber mercenary tactics.

Concerns over genetic data security as 23andMe bankrupts
Last month
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Concerns escalate over 23andMe's bankruptcy as experts warn millions of users' sensitive genetic data may be at risk amid potential asset sales.

NetFoundry launches updated security platform for OT use
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cloud security
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edge computing
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cybersecurity
NetFoundry unveils an enhanced operational technology security platform aimed at bolstering critical infrastructure protection across multiple environments.

Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.

Why ClickFix attacks are outpacing enterprise security
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ClickFix attacks, leveraging human error over software flaws, are now a dominant threat to enterprises, outpacing existing security measures.

Rethinking data resilience on World Backup Day 2025
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virtualisation
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ransomware
As World Backup Day nears, experts stress that mere data backups are now inadequate amid rising cyber threats, urging a shift to robust resilience strategies.

Cyber report warns of AI-driven threats & quicker attacks
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42 reveals that 86% of major cyber incidents in 2024 caused operational downtime and financial loss, amid escalating threats.

Why email security needs automated incident response
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
As email threats evolve, firms must adopt automated incident response to swiftly mitigate risks and protect sensitive data from malicious attacks.

BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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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.

Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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devops
The UK government proposes banning ransomware payments by public sector bodies, yet experts warn that proactive data protection strategies are essential to combat cyber threats.

Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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malware
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mfa
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cloud security
A new study by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeover attempts, driven by a surge in sophisticated brute force tactics.