Cyber attacks stories - Page 2
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Converging identity management and fraud prevention for optimal security
Mon, 27th May 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
As AI-enhanced scams become more sophisticated, Australians lost AUD $2.74 billion to scams in 2023. Experts advocate integrating identity management with fraud prevention to bolster security.
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Kaspersky report: 42% of cyberattacks target public-facing apps
Mon, 27th May 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Kaspersky’s 2023 Incident Response report reveals that 42.37% of cyberattacks exploit public-facing applications, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in such online platforms.
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Cyber resilience needs leaders who can manage risk – CIO report and checklist
Fri, 24th May 2024
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risk & compliance
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supply chain systems
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cyber attacks
Cyber resilience demands leaders adept at risk management, says a new CIO report, which includes practical tools like a risk management menu and resilience checklist.
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Infosecurity Europe 2024 report highlights growing cyber threats
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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email security
Infosecurity Europe unveils its 2024 Cybersecurity Trends report, showing ransomware and AI-driven attacks are pushing 40% of firms to boost cyber defence investments.
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Sekuro appoints Scott Waters as security advisor to government
Mon, 20th May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
Australian cyber security consultancy Sekuro appoints Scott Waters as Security Advisor to the Federal Government amid rising cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure.
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Microsoft addresses 59 CVEs including critical zero-day flaws
Thu, 16th May 2024
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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zero day malware
Microsoft's Patch Tuesday addresses 59 CVEs, including one critical and three zero-days, with notable exploits in DWM Core and MSHTML surfaces.
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ANZ businesses face reality check on cyber recovery timelines
Thu, 16th May 2024
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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advanced persistent threat protection
ANZ businesses face a stark reality check, as new research from Commvault reveals a major discrepancy between leaders' recovery expectations post-cyberattack and actual timelines.
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UK IT leaders say £145K cyber loss needed for execs to act
Wed, 15th May 2024
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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leadership
UK cybersecurity leaders are downplaying risks amid boardroom pressure, with many believing a £145k financial loss is needed to spur executive action.
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Progress partners with Veeam for cyber defence solution
Tue, 14th May 2024
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virtualisation
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data protection
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ndr
Progress and Veeam Software ally to launch an advanced cyber defence solution, enhancing security of vital customer data, amid a soaring worldwide cyber threat scenario.
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Rapid7 unveils patented ransomware prevention technology
Fri, 10th May 2024
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endpoint protection
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rapid7 unveils a patented ransomware prevention technology, offering a comprehensive, multi-layered approach designed to anticipate, detect, and respond swiftly to advanced cyber attacks.
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New Zealand's NCSC briefs IPAC on potential cyber attacks
Fri, 10th May 2024
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nz
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gcsb
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online safety
New Zealand's National Cyber Security Centre is conducting a review into reported attacks on Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China members.
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You cannot protect what you do not understand
Thu, 9th May 2024
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cybersecurity
Understanding your digital landscape is key to defence against cyber threats, with the Absolute Cyber Resilience Risk Index 2024 report illuminating the real-world data.
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SentinelOne revolutionises cloud security with Singularity launch
Thu, 9th May 2024
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cloud security
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cnapp
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cyber attacks
SentinelOne revolutionises cloud security with launch of Singularity Cloud Native Security, a solution using hacker-like tactics to prevent cyber threats.
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UK mid-sized firms voice concerns over cybersecurity threats
Thu, 9th May 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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threat intelligence
Amid growing threats, 43% of UK's mid-sized firms remain worried about cybersecurity, fearing existing measures aren't robust enough.
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Singapore's manufacturing sector most prone to cyber attacks
Thu, 9th May 2024
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ransomware
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ai
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singapore
Singapore's manufacturing industry outpaces financial services as the most targeted sector in cyber attacks, according to a 2024 Ensign InfoSecurity report.
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38% of riskiest cyber-physical systems neglected, warns Claroty report
Wed, 8th May 2024
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cybersecurity
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physical security
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claroty
A report from CPS protection company, Claroty, reveals that 38% of high-risk cyber-physical systems are overlooked by traditional security practices, increasing vulnerability to cyber attacks.
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Obrela unveils 2023's key cybersecurity trends in new report
Tue, 7th May 2024
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Obrela's Digital Universe Report 2023 unravels the global cybersecurity labyrinth, highlighting increased suspicious internal activity, malware, and policy violation-based attacks, predominantly seen in banking, services, and education sectors.
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Cybersixgill launches third-party module to tackle cybersecurity risks
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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security posture
Cybersixgill launches a Third-Party Intelligence module to deliver vendor-specific cyber threat intelligence, aiding security teams in preemptive action against emerging threats from third-party suppliers.
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UK mandates minimum security standards for smart devices
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
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network visibility
Smart devices, including phones and TVs, must now meet government-mandated cybersecurity standards in the United Kingdom.
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Businesses weigh up transition from best-of-breed to platform security
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
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cyber attacks
Businesses rethink traditional cybersecurity practices, moving towards platform security amid findings suggesting additional benefits such as cost efficiency and improved attack response. Experts advise due diligence.