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Appdome launches plugins to combat DeepSeek AI threats
Malware

Appdome launches plugins to combat DeepSeek AI threats

Appdome has launched dynamic defence plugins to combat threats from the popular DeepSeek AI app, which poses serious security risks to mobile users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats
Ransomware

Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats

Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats
Malware

Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals ransomware payments surged to USD $460 million, while mobile banking threats increased by 166% due to rising scams.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Attackers break malware into tiny pieces and bypass your Secure Web Gateway
Malware

Attackers break malware into tiny pieces and bypass your Secure Web Gateway

Recent research has revealed that attackers can easily bypass Secure Web Gateways by splitting malware into tiny pieces, evading detection and putting businesses at risk.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024
Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers
Email Security

Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers

Threat report shows that within the consumer threat landscape, a popular delivery technique is hiding ransomware payload in pirated content.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Sophos 2024 report reveals top cybersecurity threats to SMBs
Firewalls

Sophos 2024 report reveals top cybersecurity threats to SMBs

Sophos' 2024 Threat Report unveils that half of all malware targeting SMBs consists of keyloggers, spyware, and stealers, with data theft featuring in over 90% of attacks in 2023.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
ManageEngine integrates Endpoint Central with Check Point's Harmony Mobile
Endpoint Protection

ManageEngine integrates Endpoint Central with Check Point's Harmony Mobile

ManageEngine integrates with Check Point's mobile threat defence solution Harmony Mobile in a bid to fortify mobile security and aid businesses grappling with surging mobile malware.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Rising cybersecurity threats push shift from passwords to passkeys
Malware

Rising cybersecurity threats push shift from passwords to passkeys

As cyber threats intensify, passkeys are replacing passwords as the prime defence against phishing attacks, says Yubico.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Nov 2023
Innotec Security on avoiding social network job scams
Malware

Innotec Security on avoiding social network job scams

Innotec Security offers invaluable advice on thwarting job scams on social networks amid rising fraudulent ventures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Nov 2023
ESET: WhatsApp backups using Android spyware GravityRAT
Malware

ESET: WhatsApp backups using Android spyware GravityRAT

ESET researchers have identified an updated version of the Android-based GravityRAT spyware being distributed as the messaging apps BingeChat and Chatico.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Jun 2023
ESET discovers active campaign targeting Android users
Phishing

ESET discovers active campaign targeting Android users

Malicious apps used in this campaign are able to exfiltrate contacts, SMS messages, recorded phone calls, and even chat messages.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2022

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Appdome launches AI-native defences for mobile apps
Malware

Appdome launches AI-native defences for mobile apps

Appdome has launched AI-driven mobile defences with 24 plugins to combat trojans and malware targeting banking and fintech apps on Android and iOS.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Elastic Security's top three cybersecurity predictions for 2025
Malware

Elastic Security's top three cybersecurity predictions for 2025

In 2025, AI will be crucial in strengthening cybersecurity as threat actors become increasingly sophisticated, driving a surge in cyber incidents.

By Jake King • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Gen's report reveals 614% surge in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks'
Malware

Gen's report reveals 614% surge in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks'

Gen's latest threat report reveals a staggering 614% rise in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks' and highlights growing cybersecurity risks globally.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Cloudflare report: EU firms unprepared for rising cyber threats
Ransomware

Cloudflare report: EU firms unprepared for rising cyber threats

Cloudflare's latest report warns that EU firms are dangerously unprepared for increasing cyber threats; only 29% feel equipped to defend against attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
NZ businesses face urgent mobile cybersecurity gaps
Malware

NZ businesses face urgent mobile cybersecurity gaps

New Zealand businesses have a glaring gap in mobile cybersecurity, risking costly breaches. Merge Communications promotes Samsung Knox as the solution.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
RM Technology unveils NX-Generation IT services for UK schools
Malware

RM Technology unveils NX-Generation IT services for UK schools

RM Technology launches NX-Generation Services, an AI-enabled, holistic IT portfolio for UK schools, aimed at improving tech proficiency, digital safety, and combating cybersecurity threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024