Threat actors stories

Secure remote access: Securely connecting devices you don’t own
3 days ago
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firewalls
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network security
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iot
Clientless zero-trust network access (ZTNA) offers a secure way for third parties to remotely manage IoT devices, preventing lateral cyber threats.

Cloud Security Alliance report urges new defences for cloud
Last week
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cloud security
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The Cloud Security Alliance's 2025 report reveals repeated cloud security failures, urging firms to bolster identity controls and shared defence measures.

Experts urge businesses to move beyond passwords for security
Last week
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mfa
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
On World Password Day, experts urge moving beyond strong passwords to layered security, including MFA and AI, as 79% of attacks now bypass malware.

Silent Push unveils enhanced threat intelligence with Feed Scanner
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Silent Push launches upgraded Threat Intelligence Management with Feed Scanner interface to boost enterprises' early cyber threat detection and response.

Password security evolves as regulations & threats intensify
Last week
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data protection
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mfa
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blockchain
Organisations must advance password security with AI-driven methods and blockchain tech to meet tougher regulations and combat sophisticated cyber threats.

Veeam report finds 69% of firms hit by ransomware in past year
Last month
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malware
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virtualisation
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data protection
Nearly 69% of global firms, including Australian organisations, faced ransomware attacks in the past year, despite improved resilience efforts, says Veeam.

ETSI sets global baseline for AI cyber security with new standard
Last month
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain & logistics
ETSI has launched a new technical specification to bolster cybersecurity for AI systems, setting standards to protect users and guide global AI security practices.

Rapid7 launches Intelligence Hub to streamline threat response
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Rapid7 launches Intelligence Hub, a curated threat intelligence platform designed to help security teams prioritise and respond to alerts efficiently within existing workflows.

Nine in ten IT leaders faced cyberattacks as threats intensify
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malware
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ransomware
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hybrid cloud
A new report reveals that 90% of IT leaders faced cyberattacks in 2024, with nearly one fifth enduring over 25 breaches amid growing cloud vulnerabilities.

Expel expands MDR platform to boost email threat detection
Last month
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saas
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malware
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firewalls
Expel expands its managed detection and response service to tackle email threats, integrating with Proofpoint, Abnormal Security, and Sublime Security.

Australians warned of rising election scams as poll nears
Last month
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Cyber experts warn Australian voters to beware election scams ahead of the federal poll, predicting tactics similar to those seen in the US as threats rise.

2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming
Last month
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
New findings reveal that ransomware attacks are thriving in 2025, with 80 active groups targeting industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

Future of CVE repository in doubt as MITRE contract ends
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
Concerns rise as MITRE's contract to manage the CVE vulnerability database nears expiry, risking disruption to global cybersecurity infrastructure.

Australian organisations have two key reasons to double down on data management
Last month
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data protection
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Amidst growing data volumes, Australian organisations face dual challenges: capitalising on valuable insights while safeguarding against rising security threats.

Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954
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malware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.

Exclusive: Why every day should be World Backup Day
Last month
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firewalls
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data protection
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As World Backup Day concludes, cybersecurity expert Sean Deuby stresses the importance of daily data protection practices to stave off severe business disruptions.

How new malware SHELBY targets telecom via phishing
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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malware
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uc
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cybersecurity
Elastic Security Labs has unveiled SHELBY, a sophisticated malware family linked to phishing attacks against an Iraqi telecom firm, raising security alarms.

Cybersecurity threats in healthcare sector risk patient safety
Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Trustwave warns that the increasing digitalisation of healthcare exposes critical vulnerabilities that could threaten patient lives, as detailed in new reports.

February 2025 reports record spike in ransomware attacks
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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ransomware
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soc
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edr
A recent Bitdefender report reveals February 2025 as the worst month for ransomware, with victims rising 126% to 962, including a notable impact on Australia.

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.