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CyberSecure Leeds 2025 to tackle AI threats with people-first focus

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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CyberSecure Leeds 2025 will focus on using a people-first, data-driven approach to defend against AI-enabled cyber threats at Leeds Digital Festival.
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Superannuation sector unites for major cyber security drill

Tue, 9th Sep 2025
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Australia's superannuation sector united in Operation Honey Bee II, a large-scale cyber security drill to enhance collective response against complex cyber threats.
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Stealerium malware surge prompts concern over new attack tactics

Sat, 6th Sep 2025
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Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting open-source Stealerium malware to steal sensitive data, prompting warnings from Proofpoint researchers of new attack methods.
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Norton adds new cyber defence tools for small business accounts

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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Norton has launched Dark Web and Social Media Monitoring tools for small businesses to combat a surge in cyber threats and data breaches globally.
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Financial sector faces surge in cyberattacks & human risk

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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The global financial sector faces a 25% surge in cyberattacks for 2024, with nearly 45% of employees prone to phishing, raising critical human risk concerns.
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Australian firms face 5,000 malware attacks in August 2025

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Australian firms faced over 5,000 malware attacks and 65,000 network attacks in August 2025, with threats largely consisting of known malware types, WatchGuard reveals.
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Network outages surge, costing firms up to $5 million yearly

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Network outages have surged globally, costing firms up to $5 million yearly and driving increased investment in AI, OOB management, and edge computing.
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Broadcom strengthens VMware Cloud Foundation with new AI security

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Broadcom launches new AI-focused cyber security features for VMware Cloud Foundation to boost compliance and protect private clouds in regulated sectors.
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Australian AI use & phishing risks surge as data leaks climb

Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
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Australian research reveals a 140% rise in phishing clicks and growing use of generative AI apps, raising significant workplace data security risks.
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AI fuels rise in complex social engineering attacks worldwide

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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AI is driving a rise in complex social engineering attacks, with 41% of organisations facing more cyberattacks and many ill-prepared to defend against them.
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AI now powers cybersecurity for 73% of firms amid rising threats

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Nearly 73% of global firms now use AI in cybersecurity, tackling rising threats as nearly all plan AI-driven security investments this year.
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Commvault unveils new HyperScale Edge & Flex for cyber resilience

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Commvault launches HyperScale Edge and Flex to boost cyber resilience for diverse enterprise workloads amid rising edge device cyberattacks.
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Ransomware attacks stable in July but threat remains high, warns report

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Ransomware attacks held steady in July with 376 incidents globally; Industrials hardest hit, while North America faces over half of all cases, warns NCC Group.
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Cybersecurity leaders urge more women to lead sector evolution

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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Cybersecurity leaders stress that empowering more women in leadership is vital to innovate and tackle rising AI threats ahead of International Women in Cyber Day.
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Australians lose AUD $119 million as cyber scams surge in scale

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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Australians lost AUD $119 million to cyber scams in early 2025 as attacks grow more frequent and sophisticated, urging tech and awareness measures.
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Australian CISOs under strain from AI risks, burnout & attacks

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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Australian CISOs face rising cyberattacks, burnout, and AI risks, with 77% expecting attacks and 75% reporting excessive workplace pressure this year.
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Ingram Micro & Cohesity unite for stronger Asia Pacific cyber resilience

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Ingram Micro partners with Cohesity to enhance data protection and cyber resilience solutions for channel partners across Singapore, Indonesia and Australia.
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Proofpoint warns AI scams are rising as attacks target people

Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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Proofpoint warns AI-powered scams are rising, targeting people with malicious links across email and messaging, urging a human-centred defence approach.
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Australia's cybersecurity sector seeks diverse talent for resilience

Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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Australia's cybersecurity sector calls for diverse talent beyond technical skills to tackle rising threats and workforce shortages, aiming to boost resilience and inclusion.
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Cohesity Catalyst1 to spotlight AI & resilience in cyber defence

Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Cohesity's virtual Catalyst1 event unites global experts to discuss AI innovations and strategies enhancing cyber resilience against modern threats.