Cyber attacks stories

Predictions for 2025 signal a chaotic race for AI regulation, as cyber threats escalate, particularly targeting AI supply chains and critical infrastructure.

A recent study reveals 72% of healthcare organisations are worried about AI-related cyber threats, alongside employee disengagement in security training.

Check Point Software Technologies has launched its AI-driven Quantum Firewall Software R82, enhancing security amid a 75% surge in global cyber-attacks.

Research by Semperis reveals that over 50% of UK firms are vulnerable to ransomware during holidays and weekends due to understaffed security teams.

Accenture has unveiled expanded generative AI-driven cybersecurity services to combat a staggering 223% rise in deepfake-related cyber threats.

Guardz is expanding its cybersecurity solutions across EMEA, partnering with Infinigate Cloud to assist small businesses protect against cyber threats.

Fastly's cybersecurity report reveals businesses now take an average of 7.3 months to recover from attacks, 87% plan to boost investments amid rising threats.

th4ts3cur1ty.company has launched a new Digital Forensics and Incident Response service to help UK businesses tackle rising cyber security threats.

Vectra AI has expanded its cybersecurity platform to enhance defences for Microsoft Azure, adding over 40 new attacker behaviour detections amid rising threats.

Bitsight has acquired threat intelligence provider Cybersixgill for USD $115 million, bolstering its cybersecurity capabilities amid rising cyber risks.

A new study reveals that 23% of UK SMEs view remote working as a significant cybersecurity risk, with many unprepared for potential cyber-attacks.

Logicalis emerges as Cisco's first global partner to offer Managed XDR, aiming to enhance threat detection with AI-driven automation and global intelligence.

Rubrik has announced a collaboration with Red Hat to enhance data security on Rubrik Security Cloud, with support for OpenShift Virtualization launching in early 2025.

As Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s, TikTok faces intensified scrutiny over its security practices and controversial data collection methods.

Ransomware tactics have evolved significantly, prompting Australian organisations to focus on midgame detection to counteract increasing cyber threats.

Vectra AI has launched an upgraded platform featuring over 40 new behaviour detections to boost security for Microsoft Azure amid rising cyber threats.

The Five Eyes Alliance has endorsed Semperis's Purple Knight tool to enhance security in Microsoft Active Directory systems, vital for UK firms.

SentinelLabs has uncovered a new cyber campaign by North Korean group BlueNoroff, targeting cryptocurrency firms with multi-stage malware.

The Chartered Institute of Information Security's report reveals 54% of professionals fear AI will benefit attackers more than defenders amid rising cybersecurity challenges.

A new report from ExtraHop reveals data breaches cost firms an average of USD $677 million, highlighting the severe financial impact on stock prices.