Dark web stories
A good part of the Internet is invisible to regular browsers and known as the deep web; a component of the deep web is the dark web, content which relies on the internet but isn’t available to regular browsers. While the dark web is used for legitimate purposes by businesses and other private networks, it is also commonly associated with the less salubrious aspects of the internet including criminal activity. Accessing the dark web is generally accomplished with specific software and configurations including ‘onion’ browsers the best known of which is probably Tor (The Onion Router).
Fortinet firewalls hit by major data leak and zero-day flaw
3 days ago
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firewalls
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breach prevention
A major data leak impacting Fortinet firewalls has revealed sensitive information from 15,000 devices following a critical vulnerability, prompting urgent cybersecurity measures.
Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries
3 days ago
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physical security
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cybersecurity
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identity theft
Avast has launched its Secure Identity solution in 15 new countries, including the UK and Australia, in response to a surge in identity theft and data breaches.
CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats
Last month
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firewalls
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ransomware
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mfa
CloudSEK's 2024 Threat Landscape Report reveals a staggering 994TB of data exfiltrated, with ransomware demands averaging over USD $2 million.
Kaspersky reports 135% rise in crypto-drainer discussions
Last month
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Kaspersky's research reveals a staggering 135% rise in dark web discussions about crypto-drainers between 2022 and 2024, signalling growing cyber threats.
CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
Last month
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edutech
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ransomware
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phishing
CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
Hands-on Review: Norton 360 Platinum with the new Financial Monitoring
Last month
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reviews
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
Norton has launched Financial Monitoring within its 360 Platinum suite, enhancing users' financial security by tracking unusual activity and subscription changes.
Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
Last month
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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A report by ReliaQuest reveals that 81% of cyber threats to the utilities sector stem from spearphishing, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in legacy systems.
Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions
Last month
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data protection
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ransomware
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cloud security
A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.
Rise in cybercrime during holiday shopping season alerts
Last month
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data protection
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ransomware
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phishing
With the festive season nearing, a 30% rise in ransomware attacks threatens consumers, as cybercriminals exploit holiday shopping anxieties.
From deepfakes to ransomware: The key trends which will shape IT security in 2025
Last month
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
As Australia braces for 2025, key IT security trends like deepfakes and ransomware require organisations to adapt swiftly to emerging threats.
Cybercriminals mirror Black Friday with dark market deals
Last month
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender has unveiled how cybercriminals mimic festive shopping habits, accessing dark markets for illicit goods, from fake IDs to narcotics.
Boxphish acquires Trillion to boost cyber risk solutions
Last month
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data analytics
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Boxphish has acquired Trillion, a dark web threat intelligence service, enhancing its cybersecurity offerings for organisations facing human-related cyber risks.
Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025
Last month
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physical security
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email security
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iam
Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.
Threat predictions for 2025: Get ready for bigger, bolder attacks
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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ddos
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ransomware
As cybercriminals gear up for 2025, expect bolder attacks and a shift towards more specialised, sophisticated threat tactics according to new predictions.
Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a significant rise in phishing attacks, accounting for 46% of incidents, amid increased cyber threats and ransomware activity.
Cybercriminals target shoppers with 38 million phishing scams
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Cybercriminals launched over 38 million phishing attacks in 2024, with a 25% rise in threats targeting online retailers amid Black Friday sales.
ESET unveils enhanced home security to combat identity theft
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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smartphones
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ransomware
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phishing
ESET has introduced ESET HOME Security, an enhanced solution designed to combat identity theft and provide robust protection against cyber threats.
Exploring the role & impact of bots in eCommerce
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
In a new article, Shira Itzhaki from Forter examines the dual role of bots in eCommerce, highlighting the challenge of distinguishing harmful from helpful bots.
Accenture expands AI cybersecurity services & workforce
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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genai
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llms
Accenture has unveiled expanded generative AI-driven cybersecurity services to combat a staggering 223% rise in deepfake-related cyber threats.
Accenture enhances AI cybersecurity for Australia
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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it training
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supply chain & logistics
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genai
Accenture has expanded its generative-AI cybersecurity services to strengthen Australian businesses against a surge in advanced digital threats.