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Cyber Threats stories - Page 8

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Red Alpha appoints new CISO-in-residence amid talent gap
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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collaboration
Red Alpha Cybersecurity has appointed Mr Pang Tzer Yeu as Chief Information Security Officer-in-Residence to combat Singapore's estimated shortfall of 4,000 cybersecurity professionals.
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Australian Computer Society launches AI cybersecurity tool
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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retailtech
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risk & compliance
The Australian Computer Society and Cyberknowledge have teamed up to launch an AI-driven platform in April 2025, enhancing cybersecurity for SMBs across Australia.
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Five ways worker demands are changing - and how technology can keep up
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cleantech
As worker demands transform, the ASUS ExpertBook P5 emerges as the solution to support modern productivity and flexibility in an evolving workplace.
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Phishing-as-a-Service attacks rise in early 2025 report
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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firewalls
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report from Barracuda Networks reveals that phishing-as-a-service attacks surged in early 2025, with over one million attempts blocked, primarily targeting Microsoft 365.
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Trend Micro unveils AI-driven platform for MSP efficiency
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
Trend Micro has unveiled its Trend Vision One platform, empowering MSPs and MSSPs with AI-driven tools to enhance security services and tackle cyber threats.
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Spike in remote ransomware attacks reported by Sophos
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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encryption
Sophos has reported a staggering 141% rise in remote ransomware attacks since 2022, highlighting the urgent need for businesses to bolster cybersecurity measures.
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UK employees' risky habits pose serious cybersecurity risks
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
A survey by Sharp UK reveals that two-thirds of office workers engage in risky online behaviours, heightening cybersecurity threats across the nation.
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HP warns of rising threats from fake CAPTCHA malware
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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malware
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data science
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advanced persistent threat protection
Researchers from HP have uncovered a rise in fake CAPTCHA challenges used by cybercriminals to install malware, exploiting users' increased online click tolerance.
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Proofpoint & Microsoft expand collaboration on security AI
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Proofpoint has broadened its partnership with Microsoft, leveraging Azure's AI capabilities to bolster global threat and data protection services.
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Rubrik partners with Deloitte for data security solutions
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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saas
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rubrik and Deloitte have formed a strategic alliance aimed at enhancing data security and management for businesses across Australia and New Zealand.
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AI to halve time needed for account takeover by 2027
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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malware
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mfa
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phishing
Gartner predicts that AI agents will halve the time needed for account exploitations by 2027, heightening the urgency for firms to adopt advanced security measures.
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Nozomi Networks honoured on Fast Company's 2025 list
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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iot security
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physical security
Nozomi Networks has been ranked third in Fast Company's World’s Most Innovative Companies 2025 for its pivotal work in securing critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
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SquareX launches 'Year of Browser Bugs' cyber project 2025
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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online security
SquareX has launched its Year of Browser Bugs initiative for 2025, aimed at spotlighting web browser vulnerabilities as critical security concerns.
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CyXcel achieves approved vendor status by UK cyber centre
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ncsc
CyXcel has secured NCSC's Cyber Incident Response Approved Vendor status, becoming one of just 43 firms in the UK with this vital accreditation.
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Orro launches digital asset service for Australian firms
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Orro has launched its Digital Asset Discovery service in Australia, offering firms real-time visibility of critical operational technology assets to enhance security.
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World Backup Day highlights need for Active Directory focus
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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dr
As World Backup Day approaches, Semperis underscores the urgent need for businesses to prioritise Active Directory backups to combat rising cyber threats.
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Cybersecurity in the era of AI and quantum
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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quantum computing
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As AI and quantum technologies reshape cybersecurity, the US Navy grapples with unique challenges in enhancing its defences against evolving cyber threats.
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UK firms face tech fragmentation in cybersecurity by 2025
Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Palo Alto Networks reveals that by 2025, technology fragmentation will be a critical cybersecurity challenge for UK firms, impacting 64% of organisations.
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IT-ISAC identifies top cyber threats using new framework
Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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it industry
The IT-ISAC reveals 58 high-risk cyber adversaries targeting the sector, urging companies to adopt a new risk assessment framework to mitigate threats.
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Rethinking data resilience on World Backup Day 2025
Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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virtualisation
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ransomware
As World Backup Day nears, experts stress that mere data backups are now inadequate amid rising cyber threats, urging a shift to robust resilience strategies.