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Scammers exploit LA wildfires with QR code phishing

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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In the aftermath of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, researchers have uncovered a rise in QR code phishing schemes targeting charitable donors amid the crisis.
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KnowBe4 study reveals critical role of security awareness

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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A new white paper from KnowBe4 reveals that effective security awareness training can reduce the risk of data breaches by over eight times for organisations.
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Ransomware attacks soared in 2024, new groups emerge

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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ReliaQuest's latest analysis reveals a 43% rise in ransomware victims in Q4 2024, with 13 new groups emerging, including Akira, which named 71 victims in December.
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KnowBe4 report links training to fewer data breaches

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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A recent KnowBe4 report reveals that robust security awareness training reduces data breaches, showing firms with it are 8.3 times less likely to suffer incidents.
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BlackCloak unveils improved data removal to enhance privacy

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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BlackCloak has launched upgraded data removal features on its Digital Executive Protection Platform, bolstering online privacy for high-net-worth clients.
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Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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identity theft
Avast has launched its Secure Identity solution in 15 new countries, including the UK and Australia, in response to a surge in identity theft and data breaches.
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Cybersecurity in 2025: Insights and predictions from Yubico's experts

Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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As 2025 approaches, experts at Yubico warn of escalating AI-driven cyber threats and stress the urgent need for robust digital identity solutions.
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Microsoft patches record 157 vulnerabilities in January 2025

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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Microsoft has unveiled its January 2025 Patch Tuesday update, tackling a record 157 vulnerabilities, including eight critical zero-day flaws.
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AI technology: A game changer for cybercriminals globally

Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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A Kaspersky study reveals that 46% of security professionals believe AI technologies now underpin most cyberattacks, transforming the threat landscape for businesses.
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Abnormal Security named leader in Gartner email security

Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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Abnormal Security has earned recognition as a Leader in the first-ever Gartner Magic Quadrant for Email Security Platforms, showcasing its innovative AI solutions.
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Kaspersky reports 135% rise in crypto-drainer discussions

Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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Kaspersky's research reveals a staggering 135% rise in dark web discussions about crypto-drainers between 2022 and 2024, signalling growing cyber threats.
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Kaspersky alerts businesses to complex Facebook scam

Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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Kaspersky warns of a sophisticated phishing scam targeting businesses using Facebook, with emails impersonating Meta for Business to steal account access.
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Trend Micro warns of AI-driven cyber threats by 2025

Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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Trend Micro's 2025 predictions report warns of AI-driven cyber threats, highlighting risks from digital twins and deepfake technologies that could enable identity fraud.
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Exabeam forecasts AI to transform APAC cybersecurity by 2025

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Exabeam predicts that by 2025, AI will significantly shift the cybersecurity landscape in APAC, making malware creation and deepfakes more accessible to attackers.
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2024 cyber threat landscape highlights key attack trends

Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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Rapid7's analysis of the 2024 cyber threat landscape reveals alarming trends in ransomware and vulnerability exploits impacting organisations worldwide.
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Cybersecurity in 2025: Tackling AI-driven phishing threats

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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With rising cyber threats ahead of 2025, data security becomes a vital focus, warns Todd Moore of Thales, highlighting the growing risk of advanced phishing.
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Predicted tech trends: Deepfakes, AI strain, & robotics

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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From deepfakes to ransomware: The key trends which will shape IT security in 2025

Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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As Australia braces for 2025, key IT security trends like deepfakes and ransomware require organisations to adapt swiftly to emerging threats.
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Visa mandates end of SMS OTPs to tackle AI-driven scams

Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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Visa will require Australian financial institutions to move beyond SMS One-Time Passwords for payments by October 2026 to combat rising AI-driven fraud.
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KnowBe4 launches AI agents to boost cyber risk management

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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KnowBe4 has launched its AIDA suite of AI security agents, designed to improve human risk management and combat evolving cybersecurity threats.