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What's the story around cyber attackers and IoT devices?
Internet of Things

What's the story around cyber attackers and IoT devices?

IDC forecasts that the ANZ spending on the Internet of Things (IoT) will reach $24 billion in 2026, a compounded annual growth rate of 10% for 2021-26.

By Mark Baker • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Nov 2022

Global Stories

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Check Point highlights new ChatGPT4.0 account theft concerns
Physical Security

Check Point highlights new ChatGPT4.0 account theft concerns

Check Point Research has identified a growing trend on the dark web and hacking underground involving the theft and sale of stolen ChatGPT Premium accounts.

By Gaurav Sharma • 5 min read • Mon, 17th Apr 2023
New Emotet malware campaign bypasses Microsoft blocks
Malware

New Emotet malware campaign bypasses Microsoft blocks

A new Emotet campaign is bypassing Microsoft blocks to distribute malicious OneNote files, according to Check Point Software Technologies.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 13th Apr 2023
New phishing method leveraging iCloud, PayPal, Google Docs
Phishing

New phishing method leveraging iCloud, PayPal, Google Docs

Phishing attacks are evolving as hackers use legitimate services like PayPal and Google Docs to infiltrate inboxes, warns Avanan.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2023
Potential cheating vulnerabilities in Chess.com: Check Point
Gaming

Potential cheating vulnerabilities in Chess.com: Check Point

Check Point Research identified security vulnerabilities in Chess.com, which, left unpatched, can be used to cheat and solve games without playing.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2023
Check Point finds potential cybercrime scenarios in ChatGPT4
Malware

Check Point finds potential cybercrime scenarios in ChatGPT4

Check Point analysed ChatGPT4 and released five scenarios that threat actors can exploit to streamline malicious efforts faster and more precisely.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2023
Check Point reveals top threats and targeted industries for February 2023
Malware

Check Point reveals top threats and targeted industries for February 2023

Check Point Software Technologies has released its Global Threat Index for February 2023, highlighting the return of the Remcos Trojan to the top ten list.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2023
ExtraHop appoints Sylvia Go as APJ Channel Director
Customer Experience

ExtraHop appoints Sylvia Go as APJ Channel Director

ExtraHop hires Sylvia Go as AVP Channel, APAC & Japan to develop innovative programs to strengthen their channel sales strategy in the region.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
Check Point, Samsung partner to elevate mobile security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Check Point, Samsung partner to elevate mobile security

The move to mass remote working saw the mobile attack surface expand dramatically, resulting in 97% of organisations facing mobile threats.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Feb 2023
Christmas a special time for cyber criminals - Check Point
Ransomware

Christmas a special time for cyber criminals - Check Point

Check Point Software has released a statement to raise awareness among online gift shoppers to be cautious at all times and take the necessary precautions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2022
Rocketship growth trajectory sees appointment at ExtraHop
Customer Experience

Rocketship growth trajectory sees appointment at ExtraHop

ExtraHop appoints Chris Scanlan as President and CCO to lead global sales and revenue strategy as the company looks to take the top spot for NDR.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Nov 2022
Check Point reveals malware impacting 7% of all organisations
Malware

Check Point reveals malware impacting 7% of all organisations

This month saw keylogger AgentTesla take first place as the most widespread malware, impacting 7% of organisations worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2022
Avanan finds hackers exploiting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice
Phishing

Avanan finds hackers exploiting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice

Researchers at Avanan, a Check Point Software Company, have shared some of the latest tactics hackers are deploying to take advantage of vulnerable consumers.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2022
Scammers most likely to impersonate DHL – phishing report
Phishing

Scammers most likely to impersonate DHL – phishing report

DHL is the most impersonated brand in phishing attacks, with scammers accounting for 22% of all attempts worldwide, warns a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Oct 2022
Check Point launches new MSSP program to accelerate growth
Partner Programmes

Check Point launches new MSSP program to accelerate growth

Benefits include a fully integrated security portfolio, automated processes and access to hundreds of Check Point experts and researchers.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Oct 2022
SMBs embrace new tech but fail to invest in security - study
Supply Chain

SMBs embrace new tech but fail to invest in security - study

The survey revealed that, while SMBs understand the need to invest in technology in the world of hybrid working, many fail to prioritise security.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Oct 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Check Point Software stories

Telstra, Check Point deliver cybersecurity tools for SMBs
Cybersecurity

Telstra, Check Point deliver cybersecurity tools for SMBs

The enhanced cyber protection joint offer now includes solutions for email and collaboration, helping to address some key risks for small business owners. .

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2022