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Cyber report warns of AI-driven threats & quicker attacks

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42 reveals that 86% of major cyber incidents in 2024 caused operational downtime and financial loss, amid escalating threats.
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Why email security needs automated incident response

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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As email threats evolve, firms must adopt automated incident response to swiftly mitigate risks and protect sensitive data from malicious attacks.
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BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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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.
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Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity

Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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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.
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Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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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.
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Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.
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Obsidian report reveals 300% surge in SaaS breaches

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Obsidian Security's 2025 SaaS Security Threat Report reveals a staggering 300% rise in SaaS breaches last year, impacting major firms like Microsoft and AT&T.
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Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a staggering 32% rise in ransomware cases targeting finance and insurance firms, with attackers moving significantly faster in 2024.
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Browser syncjacking exposes risks in Chrome extensions

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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SquareX has unveiled a concerning new attack method called browser syncjacking, which leverages malicious extensions to gain complete control over users' devices.
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Malware targets newcomers with Trojan disguised as tool

Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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CloudSEK has revealed a cyber threat impacting over 18,000 devices worldwide, targeting novice cybersecurity users with a malicious XWorm Remote Access Trojan builder.
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Google report reveals rising cloud data security threats

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Google Cloud Security's latest report reveals a surge in cloud data threats, with actors refining tactics for data exfiltration and identity exploitation.
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Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.
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BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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BlackFog and Carahsoft have teamed up to deliver AI-driven ransomware protection to government agencies, enhancing cybersecurity for the public sector.
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Check Point report reveals 44% rise in cyber-attacks

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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Check Point Software Technologies' latest report reveals a staggering 44% rise in global cyber-attacks, highlighting a dangerous evolution of ransomware and AI-driven threats.
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CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats

Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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CloudSEK's 2024 Threat Landscape Report reveals a staggering 994TB of data exfiltrated, with ransomware demands averaging over USD $2 million.
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SquareX reveals critical breach of Cyberhaven extension

Tue, 31st Dec 2024
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SquareX has uncovered a serious security breach affecting Chrome Extension developers, compromising over 400,000 users of Cyberhaven's extension.
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Experts predict rise in AI compute threats by 2025

Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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In 2025, attacks on cloud workloads will evolve, with a rise in lateral movement, data exfiltration, and targeted threats against AI compute resources, warns Andrew Krug.
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Open source malware up 156%, Sonatype research shows

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Sonatype's latest research reveals a shocking rise in open source malware, with over 778,500 malicious packages detected in 2024, primarily affecting government organisations.
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Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.
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Cybercriminals exploit encrypted channels for malware

Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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A recent Zscaler report reveals a 10% increase in cyberthreats via encrypted channels, now 87% of all attacks, with manufacturing most targeted.