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ExtraHop unveils new file analysis features for RevealX
Ransomware

ExtraHop unveils new file analysis features for RevealX

ExtraHop has launched new file analysis features within RevealX, enhancing malware detection and ransomware defence for better cybersecurity responses.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Arctic Wolf report reveals IT security gaps in A/NZ region
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Arctic Wolf report reveals IT security gaps in A/NZ region

Arctic Wolf's 2024 Human Risk Behaviour Report reveals alarming security practices among IT leaders in Australia and New Zealand, with over two-thirds reusing passwords.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Microsoft warns of AI-driven cyber threats & ransomware rise
Unified Communications

Microsoft warns of AI-driven cyber threats & ransomware rise

Microsoft's Digital Defense Report highlights a rise in cyber threats, naming Australia as the sixth most targeted nation with a 2.75-fold increase in ransomware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Businesses paying ransomware ransoms doubles in 2024
Data Protection

Businesses paying ransomware ransoms doubles in 2024

Research reveals that businesses paying ransoms due to ransomware attacks has surged to 16.3% in 2024, up from 6.9% the previous year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
SUSE report highlights APAC cloud security challenges 2024
Cloud Security

SUSE report highlights APAC cloud security challenges 2024

SUSE's new report reveals cloud security concerns across APAC, with 64% of IT teams facing incidents and 57% worried about generative AI risks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Gap in cyber preparedness between Australia, UK, & US
Ransomware

Gap in cyber preparedness between Australia, UK, & US

A new report reveals that only 50% of Australian executives feel their businesses can handle cyber threats, compared to 84% in the UK and US.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Data breaches fall but AI & ransomware challenge finserv
Ransomware

Data breaches fall but AI & ransomware challenge finserv

Thales' 2024 Data Threat Report reveals a reduction in data breaches within financial services, but concerns over ransomware and GenAI adoption persist.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
AI seen boosting hacking value by 71%, says Bugcrowd
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

AI seen boosting hacking value by 71%, says Bugcrowd

A new Bugcrowd report reveals 71% of hackers believe AI has boosted hacking's value, with 77% now using generative AI tools.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
OpenText survey: rise in software supply chain attacks
Ransomware

OpenText survey: rise in software supply chain attacks

OpenText's 2024 Global Ransomware Survey reveals a surge in cyberattacks, with 62% of companies facing supply chain ransomware and high ransom payments.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet
Firewalls

Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet

Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs warns of rising cyber threats ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, targeting voters and electoral processes.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Developer upskilling crucial for Secure-by-Design success
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Developer upskilling crucial for Secure-by-Design success

Secure Code Warrior's new study reveals that under 4% of developers are engaged in Secure-by-Design upskilling, despite critical sectors showing strong security postures.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October
Unified Communications

Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge businesses to adopt comprehensive strategies to combat evolving threats and enhance their security measures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024

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Cyber attacks stories

Cyber Smart Week 2024: Kiwis urged to secure their digital footprint
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Smart Week 2024: Kiwis urged to secure their digital footprint

Cert NZ's Cyber Smart Week has returned, aiming to strengthen New Zealand's cyber resilience amid rising online threats, urging Kiwis and SMEs to adopt stronger security.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise
Malware

UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise

Research by Appdome reveals that 41% of UK consumers have faced mobile fraud, highlighting urgent security concerns as they shift towards app-based transactions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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
UK firms double encryption policy use in 2024 study finds
Data Protection

UK firms double encryption policy use in 2024 study finds

Research by Apricorn reveals that the adoption of encryption policies among UK organisations has doubled in 2024, with 46% now mandating encryption for all data.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Exclusive: Australians express rising concern over AI in Cohesity survey
EduTech

Exclusive: Australians express rising concern over AI in Cohesity survey

A new survey by Cohesity reveals that 93% of Australians are increasingly concerned about how AI affects data security, far surpassing worries in the US and UK.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
watchTowr secures $19 million in funding for expansion
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

watchTowr secures $19 million in funding for expansion

watchTowr has successfully secured $19 million in a Series A funding round to boost its expansion in the cybersecurity sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024