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Kaspersky uncovers new stealer campaign via web ads
Malware

Kaspersky uncovers new stealer campaign via web ads

Kaspersky reports a surge in malicious ads targeting Windows users, redirecting over 20,000 individuals to fake CAPTCHA pages to download malware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Logpoint named leader in IDC MarketScape SIEM for SMB 2024
Data Protection

Logpoint named leader in IDC MarketScape SIEM for SMB 2024

Logpoint has been named a Leader in IDC MarketScape's Worldwide SIEM for SMB 2024, highlighting its advanced capabilities for cyber threat detection.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Silicon Valley Bank provides USD $50M to Bugcrowd
Crypto

Silicon Valley Bank provides USD $50M to Bugcrowd

Silicon Valley Bank has granted Bugcrowd USD $50 million to enhance its AI-driven cybersecurity solutions and accelerate growth in the global market.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Critical vulnerabilities found in Unisoc systems-on-chip
Risk & Compliance

Critical vulnerabilities found in Unisoc systems-on-chip

Kaspersky's ICS CERT has revealed critical vulnerabilities in Unisoc SoCs, heightening risks of remote hijacking in devices.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Exclusive Networks wins top awards from Palo Alto Networks
Firewalls

Exclusive Networks wins top awards from Palo Alto Networks

Exclusive Networks has bagged multiple accolades from Palo Alto Networks for its outstanding cybersecurity solutions in APAC and EMEA during FY24.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Sysdig report highlights soaring costs of cloud attacks
Cloud Security

Sysdig report highlights soaring costs of cloud attacks

Sysdig's 2024 Global Threat Year-in-Review reveals cloud-based attacks are rising, with financial losses surpassing USD $100,000 daily from AI exploitation.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Business email compromise scams dominate Q3 2024 threats
Malware

Business email compromise scams dominate Q3 2024 threats

VIPRE Security Group's latest report reveals that business email compromise now makes up 58% of phishing attacks, highlighting rising cybersecurity threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Palo Alto Networks unveils AI-driven OT security solutions
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks unveils AI-driven OT security solutions

Palo Alto Networks has unveiled advanced security solutions aimed at protecting operational technology environments from escalating cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Data breaches cost firms an average of USD $677 million
Ransomware

Data breaches cost firms an average of USD $677 million

ExtraHop's new report reveals that data breaches cost publicly traded companies an average of USD $677 million, significantly higher than previously thought.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Businesses embrace AI, neglect cyber security measures
Ransomware

Businesses embrace AI, neglect cyber security measures

A new report reveals that 70% of firms globally have adopted generative AI, but only 56% recognise its impact on cyber security, highlighting significant risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
CompTIA becomes National Ambassador for NCRCG in the UK
Payment Technologies

CompTIA becomes National Ambassador for NCRCG in the UK

CompTIA has become a National Ambassador for the NCRCG, boosting collaboration to enhance cyber resilience across the UK economy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th 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
AI cyberattacks on retailers rise ahead of holiday season
Data Protection

AI cyberattacks on retailers rise ahead of holiday season

Imperva reveals that online retailers face a staggering average of 569,884 AI-driven cyberattacks daily as the holiday shopping season approaches.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Logpoint appoints Frank Koelmel as Chief Revenue Officer
Firewalls

Logpoint appoints Frank Koelmel as Chief Revenue Officer

Logpoint has named Frank Koelmel as its new Chief Revenue Officer, further solidifying its foothold in the European cybersecurity market.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber attacks stories

One in eight in UK faces online account security breaches
Breach Prevention

One in eight in UK faces online account security breaches

A study by Thales reveals that one in eight UK residents has faced online account breaches, highlighting a significant lack of cybersecurity awareness.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups
Unified Communications

New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups

New Zealand's security agencies have issued guidance for emerging tech firms, addressing risks from foreign-state actors amid rising cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Is the government doing enough to combat cyberattacks against critical infrastructure?
Risk & Compliance

Is the government doing enough to combat cyberattacks against critical infrastructure?

As cyber threats to critical infrastructure rise, experts urge the UK Government to enhance cybersecurity support and funding ahead of autumn budgetary cuts.

By Dan Lattimer • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
University of Manchester strengthens cybersecurity measures
EduTech

University of Manchester strengthens cybersecurity measures

The University of Manchester has adopted Tanium's XEM platform to enhance cybersecurity following a major data breach, gaining control over 40,000 endpoints.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024