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Massive botnet targets Microsoft 365 with stealth attacks
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A newly discovered botnet, consisting of over 130,000 compromised devices, is targeting Microsoft 365 accounts with password spraying attacks, linked to China-based actors.
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FBI & CISA warn of Ghost ransomware threats worldwide
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The FBI and CISA have alerted organisations to increased cyber threats from China's Ghost ransomware group, affecting over 70 countries through outdated software.
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Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks
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A new study by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeover attempts, driven by a surge in sophisticated brute force tactics.
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Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings
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Fortra's latest cybersecurity survey reveals a worldwide surge in concerns over phishing and evolving technologies, with security professionals prioritising awareness and closing gaps.
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Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge
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A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.
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Logpoint & Netheimur team up to enhance Icelandic security
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Logpoint has partnered with Icelandic firm Netheimur to bolster cybersecurity in Iceland, introducing its SIEM system for enhanced threat detection across sectors.
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Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights
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Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.
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Singapore records second-lowest web threat levels in SE Asia
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Singapore has reported a significant drop in web threats, marking a 24.7% reduction since 2021, as the country enhances its cybersecurity measures.
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Report finds ransomware exploits in OT devices rising
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A report from Claroty reveals that over 111,000 vulnerabilities in operational technology devices across critical sectors are being targeted by adversaries.
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Cyber experts urge proactive data protection strategies
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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With Data Privacy Day on the horizon, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to bolster data protection amid rising cyber threats and evolving technologies.
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Google report reveals rising cloud data security threats
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Google Cloud Security's latest Threat Horizons Report reveals a rise in sophisticated threats targeting cloud environments, highlighting new evasion tactics and data exfiltration risks.
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Tenable predicts cybersecurity trends shaping 2025 landscape
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Tenable has unveiled vital cybersecurity trends for 2025, warning organisations to adapt to the expanding threat landscape and rising data breach costs.
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Sophos warns of rising threats exploiting Office 365 tools
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Researchers at Sophos X-Ops have uncovered two active threat campaigns targeting firms via Microsoft Office 365, utilising remote management tools to steal data and deploy ransomware.
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Trustwave outlines 80% rise in ransomware by 2025
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Trustwave's 2025 cybersecurity threat report reveals a staggering 80% rise in ransomware attacks targeting the energy and utilities sector, highlighting urgent security concerns.
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GuidePoint warns of Python backdoor used in ransomware
Mon, 20th Jan 2025
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GuidePoint Security has unveiled the use of a Python backdoor in recent ransomware attacks, enabling threat actors to maintain access and deploy malicious encryptors.
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A look ahead: Experts weigh in on 2025 cybersecurity trends
Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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As experts forecast 2025's cybersecurity trends, organisations are urged to enhance their defences against evolving AI-driven threats and embrace unified security solutions.
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CISA mandates secure cloud baselines for US agencies
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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CISA has mandated federal agencies to implement SCuBA Secure Configuration Baselines for Microsoft 365 by mid-2025 to combat rising cyber threats.
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Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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Kaspersky warns that supply chain attacks and IT outages could escalate in 2025, highlighting vulnerabilities in key technologies and infrastructure.
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Chinese cyberespionage targets European IT service firms
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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A new cyberespionage campaign, named 'Operation Digital Eye', has emerged, targeting IT service providers in Southern Europe to infiltrate digital supply chains.
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Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, supply chains, resilience
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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Experts from Semperis forecast that AI will dominate cybersecurity discussions in 2025, despite many attacks remaining basic and clunky.