Cyber attacks stories - Page 34
Businesses embrace AI, neglect cyber security measures
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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ransomware
Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.
Cyber Smart Week 2024: Kiwis urged to secure their digital footprint
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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online safety
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online security
Cert NZ's Cyber Smart Week has returned, aiming to strengthen New Zealand's cyber resilience amid rising online threats, urging Kiwis and SMEs to adopt stronger security.
Okta's redrawing its cybersecurity boundaries, says CSO
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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Okta is pivoting from identity management to a focus on security, aiming to strengthen its defenses against sophisticated cyberattacks, says CSO David Bradbury.
ExtraHop unveils new file analysis features for RevealX
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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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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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.
Microsoft warns of AI-driven cyber threats & ransomware rise
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Microsoft's Digital Defense Report highlights a rise in cyber threats, naming Australia as the sixth most targeted nation with a 2.75-fold increase in ransomware.
Businesses paying ransomware ransoms doubles in 2024
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Research reveals that businesses paying ransoms due to ransomware attacks has surged to 16.3% in 2024, up from 6.9% the previous year.
SUSE report highlights APAC cloud security challenges 2024
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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cloud security
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edge computing
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supply chain
SUSE's new report reveals cloud security concerns across APAC, with 64% of IT teams facing incidents and 57% worried about generative AI risks.
Data breaches fall but AI & ransomware challenge finserv
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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cloud security
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application security
Thales' 2024 Data Threat Report reveals a reduction in data breaches within financial services, but concerns over ransomware and GenAI adoption persist.
AI seen boosting hacking value by 71%, says Bugcrowd
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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A new Bugcrowd report reveals 71% of hackers believe AI has boosted hacking's value, with 77% now using generative AI tools.