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Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday in full swing, cyber threats loom large, urging consumers and retailers to bolster their online security against potential attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company
Ransomware

Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company

A North Korean hacker attempted to infiltrate KnowBe4, prompting a swift response from the firm's security team that highlighted evolving cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
AI in cybersecurity: Not yet autonomous, but the time to prepare is now
Digital Transformation

AI in cybersecurity: Not yet autonomous, but the time to prepare is now

As we approach 2025, experts warn that while AI is increasingly used to enhance cyberattacks, fully autonomous threats remain largely unfulfilled.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Exclusive: Rapid7's Craig Adams discusses cybersecurity challenges and AI innovations
Multi-factor authentication

Exclusive: Rapid7's Craig Adams discusses cybersecurity challenges and AI innovations

Rapid7's Craig Adams highlights the evolving cybersecurity landscape, emphasising the need for integrated visibility and AI-driven solutions to combat emerging threats.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Akamai on cloud and cybersecurity trends for 2025
AI Security

Akamai on cloud and cybersecurity trends for 2025

Akamai forecasts that by 2025, distributed computing and optimised AI workloads will reshape cloud efficiency and cybersecurity amid rising challenges.

By Jay Jenkins and Reuben Koh • 6 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks
Firewalls

Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks

Barracuda Networks predicts that by 2025, cyber threats will become more automated, with increased attacks on critical infrastructure and cloud services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats
Malware

Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals ransomware payments surged to USD $460 million, while mobile banking threats increased by 166% due to rising scams.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats
Malware

Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals a staggering rise in cyber threats, with ransomware payments hitting $460 million and mobile banking malware incidents soaring.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Experts warn businesses of escalating cyber security threats
Multi-factor authentication

Experts warn businesses of escalating cyber security threats

As International Fraud Awareness Week unfolds, experts warn businesses about the rising threat of Business Email Compromise, urging vigilance amid evolving cyber risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence
Ransomware

AI's growing impact on cybersecurity threat & defence

As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Sextortion scams surge with personal data to extort money
Malware

Sextortion scams surge with personal data to extort money

New Barracuda research reveals a surge in personalised sextortion attacks, where cybercriminals leverage victims' personal data for increased blackmail pressure.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Tesserent warns AI will fuel cyber threats by 2025
Security Information and Event Management

Tesserent warns AI will fuel cyber threats by 2025

Tesserent predicts a rise in AI-powered social engineering attacks and threats to critical infrastructure as cybersecurity challenges escalate by 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope
Data Privacy

Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope

As Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s, TikTok faces intensified scrutiny over its security practices and controversial data collection methods.

By Dr Martin J. Kraemer • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Google Cloud warns of AI escalation in cyber threats by 2025
Ransomware

Google Cloud warns of AI escalation in cyber threats by 2025

Google Cloud's 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast warns of rising AI-driven threats and highlights the need for enhanced security measures in the JAPAC region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024

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AI & cybersecurity trends to watch for in 2025
Software-as-a-Service

AI & cybersecurity trends to watch for in 2025

Mike Britton of Abnormal Security forecasts that by 2025, cybercriminals will adapt to multi-factor authentication as attacks on SaaS grow increasingly sophisticated.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Surge in financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia
Fintech

Surge in financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia

Kaspersky has revealed a staggering 330,000 financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia in early 2024, a rise of 41% from last year.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Gen's report reveals 614% surge in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks'
Malware

Gen's report reveals 614% surge in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks'

Gen's latest threat report reveals a staggering 614% rise in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks' and highlights growing cybersecurity risks globally.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Guarding against ransomware in the midgame
Malware

Guarding against ransomware in the midgame

Ransomware tactics have evolved significantly, prompting Australian organisations to focus on midgame detection to counteract increasing cyber threats.

By Simon Howe • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024