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Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
Ransomware

Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities

A report by ReliaQuest reveals that 81% of cyber threats to the utilities sector stem from spearphishing, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in legacy systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Proofpoint uncovers 'Voldemort' malware linked to TA415
Malware

Proofpoint uncovers 'Voldemort' malware linked to TA415

Researchers at Proofpoint have unveiled a sophisticated malware campaign named 'Voldemort', linked to the TA415 threat group, targeting over 70 organisations worldwide.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
AI-driven cybercrime spikes in Australia & NZ, warns Trend Micro
Malware

AI-driven cybercrime spikes in Australia & NZ, warns Trend Micro

AI-driven cybercrime surges in Australia and NZ, warns Trend Micro; thousands of attacks detected, leveraging AI to breach security defences.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024
Custocy partners with Enea to enhance AI-powered security platform
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Custocy partners with Enea to enhance AI-powered security platform

Custocy teams up with Enea to integrate DPI and IDS software into its AI-driven NDR platform, aiming to bolster cybersecurity accuracy and performance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Defending against APTs: A learning exercise with Kimsuky
Malware

Defending against APTs: A learning exercise with Kimsuky

Rapid7 Labs' new paper reveals Kimsuky's sophisticated tactics, providing vital insights for security teams to bolster defences against these advanced persistent threats.

By Raj Samani • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
Microsoft's July 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 142 vulnerabilities, experts weigh in
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Microsoft's July 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 142 vulnerabilities, experts weigh in

Microsoft's July 2024 Patch Tuesday update tackles 142 vulnerabilities, including two zero-day and five critical remote code execution flaws, urging prompt user action.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape
Malware

Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape

The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.

By Mina Mousa • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
SentinelLabs report exposes ransomware strategy of APT groups
Ransomware

SentinelLabs report exposes ransomware strategy of APT groups

SentinelLabs' latest report exposes how cyberespionage groups, including the Chinese APT group ChamelGang, are strategically using ransomware for disruption and misattribution.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Cybercriminal activity surges as new tools & gangs emerge
AI Security

Cybercriminal activity surges as new tools & gangs emerge

Cybercriminal activity surges due to new tools, gangs, and geopolitical tensions. APT activities, ransomware, and AI-powered tools fuel unprecedented threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Camelot Secure unveils AI-based APT hunting service
Supply Chain

Camelot Secure unveils AI-based APT hunting service

Camelot Secure launches an AI-powered APT Hunting service, winning Cyber Defense awards for its groundbreaking approach to preemptively neutralise cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Cybercriminal exploit rates rise 43% in 2023's second half
Firewalls

Cybercriminal exploit rates rise 43% in 2023's second half

Cyber attacks on new industry vulnerabilities increased by 43% in the second half of 2023 highlighting urgent need for robust security measures.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Obrela unveils 2023's key cybersecurity trends in new report
Malware

Obrela unveils 2023's key cybersecurity trends in new report

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.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th May 2024
Espionage breaches account for 25% in APAC, report reveals
Ransomware

Espionage breaches account for 25% in APAC, report reveals

A quarter of data breaches in APAC are espionage attacks, a significantly higher portion than Europe and North America.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
Australia ranks high in global malware detection rates, reveals Trend Micro
Malware

Australia ranks high in global malware detection rates, reveals Trend Micro

Australia ranks 8th worldwide for malicious URL and malware detections, according to cybersecurity giant Trend Micro, highlighting a worrying trend towards sophisticated cyber attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
China-aligned hackers exploit religious festival to spy on global Tibetans
Supply Chain

China-aligned hackers exploit religious festival to spy on global Tibetans

ESET Research uncovers a China-aligned group, Evasive Panda, exploiting the Monlam Festival to conduct global cyberespionage operations, using a new Windows backdoor called 'Nightdoor'.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
Cyber threats surge in APAC region, reveals Group-IB report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threats surge in APAC region, reveals Group-IB report

Group-IB reveals a 39% surge in ransomware attacks across APAC, with the region named as a prime target for advanced cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024

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I-Soon suffers data breach revealing state hacking activities
Breach Prevention

I-Soon suffers data breach revealing state hacking activities

A significant data leak at Chinese private security firm I-Soon has exposed the company's alleged hacking activities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024