Cyber attacks stories - Page 41
Sysdig report highlights soaring costs of cloud attacks
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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cloud security
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application security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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.
Business email compromise scams dominate Q3 2024 threats
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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phishing
VIPRE Security Group's latest report reveals that business email compromise now makes up 58% of phishing attacks, highlighting rising cybersecurity threats.
Palo Alto Networks unveils AI-driven OT security solutions
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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iot security
Palo Alto Networks has unveiled advanced security solutions aimed at protecting operational technology environments from escalating cyber threats.
Data breaches cost firms an average of USD $677 million
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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extrahop
ExtraHop's new report reveals that data breaches cost publicly traded companies an average of USD $677 million, significantly higher than previously thought.
Businesses embrace AI, neglect cyber security measures
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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iot
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genai
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.
AI impersonation emerges as top cyber threat in new report
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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malware
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phishing
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email security
New research reveals AI impersonation is now the top cyber attack threat, with 52% of security leaders citing social engineering challenges.
AI cyberattacks on retailers rise ahead of holiday season
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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data protection
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martech
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physical security
Imperva reveals that online retailers face a staggering average of 569,884 AI-driven cyberattacks daily as the holiday shopping season approaches.
Logpoint appoints Frank Koelmel as Chief Revenue Officer
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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siem
Logpoint has named Frank Koelmel as its new Chief Revenue Officer, further solidifying its foothold in the European cybersecurity market.
Fortinet report exposes gap in employee cyber awareness
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
A Fortinet report reveals that nearly 70% of organisations find their staff lack basic security awareness, amid rising AI-driven cyber threats.
Sophos appoints new Chief Revenue Officer & VP of Sales
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Sophos has appointed Torjus Gylstorff as Chief Revenue Officer and Jon Bove as Senior Vice President of Americas Sales to boost global revenue growth.
Manufacturing faces rising cyber threats, report reveals
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
A KnowBe4 report warns of escalating cybersecurity threats in manufacturing, with malware attacks rising 45% and average ransoms nearing USD $2.4 million.
Pax8 launches new cybersecurity programme for partners
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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ai security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Pax8 has unveiled a new security programme to bolster its partners' cybersecurity skills, addressing the rising threats faced by small and medium-sized businesses.
US energy sector faces critical cybersecurity challenges
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
A new report highlights serious cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the U.S. energy sector, with nearly half of breaches stemming from third-party risks.
Upwind Security unveils feature for safeguarding APIs
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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data protection
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Upwind Security unveils a new feature for its API Security suite, aiding organisations in identifying and securing sensitive data amid rising cyberattacks.
Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.
StickmanCyber restructures, hires new talent amid growth
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
StickmanCyber has announced a major restructuring with five new senior appointments, aiming to enhance cybersecurity services amid a surge in demand in Australia.
Okta's redrawing its cybersecurity boundaries, says CSO
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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firewalls
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cx
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phishing
Okta is pivoting from identity management to a focus on security, aiming to strengthen its defenses against sophisticated cyberattacks, says CSO David Bradbury.
Why you need layered email security to protect against advanced threats
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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firewalls
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mfa
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phishing
With email-based cyberattacks surging, experts stress the urgent need for Australian businesses to implement layered email security measures.
ExtraHop unveils new file analysis features for RevealX
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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dlp
ExtraHop has launched new file analysis features within RevealX, enhancing malware detection and ransomware defence for better cybersecurity responses.
Arctic Wolf report reveals IT security gaps in A/NZ region
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
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.