Cyber Threats stories - Page 1
Semperis study reveals critical cyber threats to utilities
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain & logistics
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cybersecurity
A study by Semperis reveals that 62% of UK and US water and electricity utilities were targeted by cyberattacks in the past year, raising serious alerts.
Sophos report highlights urgency of active cyber defence
Yesterday
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ransomware
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report by Sophos reveals that urgent action is needed against cyber threats, with attackers exploiting valid credentials for over half of breaches.
Kaspersky named Cyber Immunity Partner for GITEX Asia 2025
Yesterday
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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edr
Kaspersky has been named the inaugural Cyber Immunity Partner for GITEX Asia 2025, enhancing its role in the global tech landscape.
Kaspersky discovers & patches zero-day Chrome flaw
Yesterday
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malware
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edutech
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endpoint protection
Kaspersky has uncovered and patched a critical zero-day vulnerability in Google Chrome, enabling attackers to bypass sandbox protections via malicious links.
NCC report reveals cyber threats to UK emergency services
Yesterday
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
A new NCC Group report reveals a worrying 15% rise in ransomware attacks on UK emergency services, with over 5,263 incidents recorded in 2024.
World Cloud Security Day highlights rising cyber threats
Yesterday
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endpoint protection
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mfa
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cloud security
As World Cloud Security Day highlights escalating cyber threats, experts stress the urgent need for robust cloud security frameworks to safeguard digital environments.
World Cloud Security Day: A call for robust protections
2 days ago
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
As World Cloud Security Day approaches, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to bolster cloud security amid rising cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
Study reveals over half of employees risk data in AI tools
2 days ago
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
A recent study reveals over half of employees input high-risk information into generative AI tools, prompting urgent calls for stricter AI security policies.
Evolving strategies essential amidst AI-driven cyber threats
2 days ago
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data protection
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dr
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ransomware
As AI-driven cyber threats escalate, experts urge businesses to enhance backup strategies, emphasising the need for strong data protection against ransomware.
UK cyber security bill under scrutiny for key omissions
2 days ago
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
The UK government has introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill aimed at strengthening national infrastructure, though experts warn it may lack key provisions.
Australian councils urged to boost cyber threat training
2 days ago
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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phishing
Cyberattacks on Australian local councils are surging, with under half providing essential cybersecurity training, leaving systems vulnerable to breaches.
Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops
2 days ago
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.
Drew Gardner appointed as Veeam's UK & Ireland VP
3 days ago
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data protection
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Drew Gardner has been appointed Regional Vice President for Veeam in the UK and Ireland, aiming to enhance data resilience amid rising cyber threats.
World Cloud Security Day: Genetec outlines best practices for cyber resilience
3 days ago
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dr
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mfa
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cloud security
Genetec has issued best practices to boost cyber resilience for organisations using cloud systems, amidst rising cyber threats ahead of World Cloud Security Day.
ESET unveils new strategies to combat evolving cyber threats
4 days ago
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malware
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cloud security
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phishing
ESET has launched innovative solutions to address rising cyber threats, including Ransomware Remediation and enhanced email security features.
SonicWall launches SonicSentry MXDR for managed service providers
4 days ago
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
SonicWall has unveiled SonicSentry MXDR, a managed detection and response service designed to bolster cybersecurity for managed service providers and their clients.
Exclusive: Yubico pushes for wider protection under Australia's scam bill
4 days ago
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mfa
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Yubico's Geoff Schomburgk calls for broader protections under Australia's Scam Prevention Framework Bill, highlighting significant security gaps across various industries.
SquareX warns of rising browser-native ransomware threat
Last week
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saas
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data protection
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ransomware
SquareX warns of an emerging threat from browser-native ransomware, posing severe risks to internet users as cybercriminals adapt to new vulnerabilities.
World Backup Day highlights rise in ransomware incidents
Last week
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data protection
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dr
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ransomware
On World Backup Day, Apricorn warns of rising ransomware threats as incidents surged 11% in 2024, stressing the dire need for secure data backups.
Australians embrace data backup but knowledge gaps remain
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storage
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data protection
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dr
A recent survey reveals that 26% of Australians do not back up their data, despite a growing awareness of the importance of personal data protection.