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Ironscales unveils Autopilot to boost AI email security
Phishing

Ironscales unveils Autopilot to boost AI email security

IRONSCALES has launched its Winter 2024 Release, introducing AI-driven features to bolster email security against advanced phishing threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Cognizant & Zscaler expand partnership for AI security
Cloud Security

Cognizant & Zscaler expand partnership for AI security

Cognizant and Zscaler have strengthened their partnership to deliver an AI-enabled zero trust cloud security platform, enhancing enterprise cybersecurity.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025

Kaspersky warns that supply chain attacks and IT outages could escalate in 2025, highlighting vulnerabilities in key technologies and infrastructure.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
EduTech

CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
AI's dual role in reshaping cybersecurity strategies 2024
IoT Security

AI's dual role in reshaping cybersecurity strategies 2024

The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving as AI transforms both threats and defences, with increasing challenges expected in 2025, warns Meta1st CEO.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 2024
Malware

Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 2024

Kaspersky's latest report reveals a 14% rise in daily malware detection, with 467,000 malicious files identified each day in 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn
Phishing

Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn

As the festive season approaches, experts warn of rising cyber threats, urging organisations and individuals to strengthen their digital defences during this vulnerable period.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Elastic identifies stealthy malware toolkit named PUMAKIT
Malware

Elastic identifies stealthy malware toolkit named PUMAKIT

Elastic Security Labs has unveiled PUMAKIT, an advanced malware toolkit featuring stealthy rootkit capabilities, raising alarms in cybersecurity.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024
Ransomware

Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024

New research reveals the manufacturing sector was hit hardest by cyber attacks in Q3 2024, with 394 ransomware incidents accounting for 71% of all cases.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
Ransomware

Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities

A report by ReliaQuest reveals that 81% of cyber threats to the utilities sector stem from spearphishing, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in legacy systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Arctic Wolf uncovers 0-day Cleo MFT vulnerability exploit
Malware

Arctic Wolf uncovers 0-day Cleo MFT vulnerability exploit

Arctic Wolf Labs has uncovered a major 0-Day vulnerability in Cleo Managed File Transfer products, with ongoing exploitation since December 2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
2024 cyber threat landscape highlights key attack trends
Malware

2024 cyber threat landscape highlights key attack trends

Rapid7's analysis of the 2024 cyber threat landscape reveals alarming trends in ransomware and vulnerability exploits impacting organisations worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024

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CyberCX extends partnership with Australian Open for 2025
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CyberCX extends partnership with Australian Open for 2025

CyberCX extends its partnership with Tennis Australia, continuing as the Official Cyber Security Partner for the Australian Open in 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
eCommerce faces cybercrime losses of GBP £2.02m per hour
Marketing Technologies

eCommerce faces cybercrime losses of GBP £2.02m per hour

Research from Cequence Security warns eCommerce firms could lose GBP £2.02 million per hour to cybercrime during December's holiday shopping season.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Chinese cyberespionage targets European IT service firms
Malware

Chinese cyberespionage targets European IT service firms

A new cyberespionage campaign, named 'Operation Digital Eye', has emerged, targeting IT service providers in Southern Europe to infiltrate digital supply chains.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Over 12 million Brits to explore AI skills by 2025
EduTech

Over 12 million Brits to explore AI skills by 2025

A survey shows over 12 million UK consumers aim to learn about AI by 2025, reflecting a significant shift toward understanding this transformative technology.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Elastic Security's top three cybersecurity predictions for 2025
Malware

Elastic Security's top three cybersecurity predictions for 2025

In 2025, AI will be crucial in strengthening cybersecurity as threat actors become increasingly sophisticated, driving a surge in cyber incidents.

By Jake King • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024