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Igel enhances security with Microsoft solutions support
Software-as-a-Service

Igel enhances security with Microsoft solutions support

IGEL enhances its secure endpoint operating system by supporting Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, and Edge for Business, boosting security for Linux users.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
ReliaQuest links manufacturing breach to Scattered Spider
Unified Communications

ReliaQuest links manufacturing breach to Scattered Spider

An investigation by ReliaQuest reveals a significant cyber intrusion on a manufacturing firm, attributed to Scattered Spider, amid rising ransomware threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics
Crypto

Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics

Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by the Lazarus group targeting cryptocurrency investors, employing social engineering and zero-day exploits.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
AI impersonation emerges as top cyber threat in new report
Malware

AI impersonation emerges as top cyber threat in new report

New research reveals AI impersonation is now the top cyber attack threat, with 52% of security leaders citing social engineering challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Manufacturing faces rising cyber threats, report reveals
Malware

Manufacturing faces rising cyber threats, report reveals

A KnowBe4 report warns of escalating cybersecurity threats in manufacturing, with malware attacks rising 45% and average ransoms nearing USD $2.4 million.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats
Multi-factor authentication

Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats

A coalition of global agencies warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting emerging tactics and unresolved vulnerabilities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Phishing scams use QR codes in PDFs to bypass defences
Multi-factor authentication

Phishing scams use QR codes in PDFs to bypass defences

Barracuda reveals a surge in QR code phishing attacks, with over 500,000 emails detected in three months, exploiting sensitive data risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024
Ransomware

RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024

Ransomware activity rose by 2.3% in Q3 2024, with 'RansomHub' overtaking 'LockBit' as the most active group, according to ReliaQuest's latest report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Expert advice to combat rising ransomware & phishing
Firewalls

Expert advice to combat rising ransomware & phishing

As Cyber Security Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge organisations to bolster defenses against the rising threats of ransomware and phishing attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Okta enhances security features to tackle identity threats
Disaster Recovery

Okta enhances security features to tackle identity threats

Okta has unveiled new features for its Workforce Identity Cloud to tackle security challenges like identity breaches and MFA overload in enterprises.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Exclusive: Mandiant Consulting highlights evolving cyber threats and AI's role
Ransomware

Exclusive: Mandiant Consulting highlights evolving cyber threats and AI's role

Mandiant Consulting's Jurgen Kutcher warns of evolving cyber threats, zero-day vulnerabilities, and the transformative role of AI in both attacks and defences.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play

Check Point Research has exposed the first mobile crypto drainer app on Google Play, which stole USD $70,000 worth of digital assets from at least 150 users.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Social Engineering stories

Why you need layered email security to protect against advanced threats
Firewalls

Why you need layered email security to protect against advanced threats

With email-based cyberattacks surging, experts stress the urgent need for Australian businesses to implement layered email security measures.

By Matt Caffrey • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Australian firms urged to bolster defences against AI risks
Malware

Australian firms urged to bolster defences against AI risks

As Australia recognises 'AI Month', cybersecurity concerns mount, with experts stressing the urgent need for enhanced protection against AI-related threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey
Marketing Technologies

Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey

Australian cybersecurity professionals face rising job stress amid increased threats and low budgets, with 53% anticipating a cyberattack within a year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
The insider threat: Why Australian businesses are most vulnerable from within
Endpoint Protection

The insider threat: Why Australian businesses are most vulnerable from within

Australian businesses face a growing insider threat, with a 2022 study revealing 67% of companies grappling with frequent internal security incidents.

By Steve Moros • 6 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
UK public worries cyber warfare will be next major conflict
Artificial Intelligence

UK public worries cyber warfare will be next major conflict

Over 70% of the UK public see cyber warfare as imminent, with new research showing growing concern about cyberspace becoming the next battleground.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Australian firms to boost cybersecurity budgets by next year
Firewalls

Australian firms to boost cybersecurity budgets by next year

Sophos's new report reveals 83% of Australian firms will boost cybersecurity budgets, with a focus on MSPs and covering AI threats, credential theft, and more.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024