Global Stories

MITRE flags deepfake KYC threat using face-swap tools

MITRE warns that cheap face-swap deepfakes can defeat banks' remote KYC checks, bypassing liveness tools to open fraudulent accounts.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025

Endpoint Protection

Kaspersky Endpoint Security achieves full marks in tampering test

Kaspersky Endpoint Security has achieved 100% tamper protection in AV-Comparatives' April 2025 test, proving its unrivalled resilience on Windows 11 systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 19th May 2025

Encryption

Kaspersky warns AI-generated passwords expose users to attacks

Kaspersky warns AI-generated passwords from ChatGPT, Llama, and DeepSeek often show predictable patterns, leaving users vulnerable to cyberattacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 7th May 2025

Firewalls

Kaspersky study: 71% in Asia Pacific back Cyber Immunity

Seventy-one per cent of Asia Pacific cybersecurity experts back Cyber Immunity as an effective defence, says Kaspersky's study of 850 professionals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025

Large Language Models

Kaspersky warns AI password generators lack true randomness

Kaspersky warns against using AI tools like ChatGPT and Llama for passwords, citing weak randomness and vulnerabilities in generated passwords.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025

EduTech

Kaspersky report warns of rising cyber risks in digitalisation

Nearly 40% of global industrial firms, rising to 45% in APAC, cite cybersecurity as a major hurdle in the digitalisation of Operational Technology environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025

Endpoint Detection and Response

AI & machine learning power new cyber threat defence tools

Kaspersky is integrating AI and machine learning into its EDR and XDR platforms to enhance cyber threat detection and automate incident response processes.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025

Endpoint Protection

Kaspersky named leader in 2025 SPARK Matrix for cyber threat intelligence

Kaspersky is recognised as a Leader in the 2025 SPARK Matrix for Digital Threat Intelligence Management, praised for its advanced cyber threat intelligence services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025

Malware

Rise in phishing scams as SVG attachments target login data

Kaspersky reveals a six-fold spike in phishing attacks via SVG image files in March 2025, targeting users with fake Google and Microsoft login pages.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025

Cybersecurity

Kaspersky reports record revenue, USD $822m in 2024

Kaspersky reported record revenues of USD $822 million for 2024, marking an 11% year-on-year increase, driven by strong B2B product sales.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2025

DevOps

Kaspersky tops 2024 security tests with record 97% TOP3 rate

Kaspersky topped 91 of 95 independent cybersecurity tests in 2024, with a 97% TOP3 finish rate, marking 12 years as industry leader globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025

Malware

Kaspersky wins nine AV-TEST awards for cybersecurity excellence

Kaspersky has achieved an impressive nine AV-TEST Best Awards for 2024, recognising its cybersecurity solutions for both businesses and consumers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025

Malware

New Netflix series 'Adolescence' sparks safety debate

The new Netflix series Adolescence ignites debate on teen mental health and digital safety, exploring the perilous world of cyberbullying and online subcultures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025

Malware

Kaspersky discovers & patches zero-day Chrome flaw

Kaspersky has uncovered and patched a critical zero-day vulnerability in Google Chrome, enabling attackers to bypass sandbox protections via malicious links.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Breach Prevention

Bruteforce cyber attacks surge in SEA, over 53 million blocked

Kaspersky blocked over 53 million bruteforce cyberattacks in Southeast Asia during 2024, with Singapore alone facing more than 4 million attempts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025

Firewalls

Lazarus Group targets South Korean supply chains via software flaws

Kaspersky reveals Lazarus Group's 'Operation SyncHole,' targeting South Korean supply chains via software vulnerabilities and watering hole attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025

Multi-factor authentication

Experts warn of AI risks & password sharing on security

On World Password Day, experts warn that password sharing and AI-generated credentials are weakening digital security globally, urging stronger authentication methods.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025

Malware

Offline malware attacks surge in Southeast Asia, hitting 50 million

Kaspersky detected nearly 50 million on-device malware attacks in Southeast Asia in 2024, a 15% rise as offline threats target businesses via USBs and drives.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025