Threat intelligence stories

Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.

CrowdStrike has unveiled enhancements to its Falcon Exposure Management, introducing AI-powered risk prioritisation for network assets and simplifying cybersecurity.

Trustwave has unveiled its new Managed Extended Detection and Response solution in partnership with Devo Technology, aiming to enhance cybersecurity.

Ransomware attacks surged by 50% in February, totalling 886 incidents, with cyber gang Cl0p responsible for 37%, according to NCC Group's report.

Trend Micro has unveiled its Trend Cybertron platform as open-source software, harnessing NVIDIA AI to enhance cybersecurity tools and improve threat management.

The latest report from KnowBe4 reveals a 17.3% rise in phishing threats and a sharp increase in ransomware attacks, highlighting evolving cyber risks for 2025.

Proofpoint has broadened its partnership with Microsoft, leveraging Azure's AI capabilities to bolster global threat and data protection services.

CrowdStrike and NVIDIA have unveiled a collaboration to enhance cybersecurity with AI innovations, drastically improving threat detection and operational efficiency.

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.

The IT-ISAC reveals 58 high-risk cyber adversaries targeting the sector, urging companies to adopt a new risk assessment framework to mitigate threats.

Mandiant has uncovered a sophisticated cyber espionage campaign by the China-linked group UNC3886, targeting outdated Juniper Networks routers with advanced malware.

Recent DDoS attacks have become increasingly sophisticated, with cybersecurity experts stressing the urgent need for enhanced defence strategies against evolving threats.

CrowdStrike has teamed up with Dicker Data to distribute its Falcon cybersecurity platform in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing regional security solutions.

Kaspersky reports a surge in financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia, with Singapore alone seeing over 38,000 attempts, threatening its digital economy.

Outpost24 has boosted its External Attack Surface Management platform with a new Dark Web module, offering enhanced visibility of cyber threats for security teams.

Group-IB's Fraud Protection solution is now available on AWS Marketplace, enhancing online security for businesses against fraud-related threats.

Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Cardano to enhance blockchain security, addressing rising cyber threats following significant industry hacks.

A newly uncovered botnet of over 130,000 compromised devices is exploiting Microsoft 365 accounts through password spraying attacks, raising security alarms.

ManageEngine's Log360 is evolving into a security analytics platform, enabling proactive threat detection and seamless integration for enterprises at competitive prices.

As organisations navigate a growing digital landscape, understanding the differences between external attack surface management and vulnerability management is crucial.