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Ransomware attacks on industrial firms surged to 708 in Q1 2025, led by manufacturing, with North America and Europe hardest hit, warns Dragos report.

A widespread blackout in Spain and Portugal sparks debate over whether a cyber-attack caused the outage, despite initial reports of a technical fault.

OPSWAT has named Sektor Cyber as its new distributor in Australia and New Zealand to boost cybersecurity solutions amid rising regulatory demands.

Australia's IT and OT convergence exposes critical security gaps, with traditional SOCs struggling to monitor and respond to specialised operational technology threats.

A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.

Cybersecurity experts Dragos report that the manufacturing sector was the prime target for ransomware in Q4 2024, accounting for 424 out of over 600 attacks globally.

Dragos has partnered with Yokogawa to enhance cybersecurity in industrial settings, focusing on improved IT and OT network insights amid digital transformation.

The University of Technology Sydney and Cisco have launched a partnership to enhance Australia's digital skills and promote industry collaboration.

As IT and OT systems merge, cybersecurity leaders face urgent challenges managing risks across both domains to ensure operational safety and data security.

A cybersecurity report reveals over 145,000 worldwide Industrial Control Systems are at risk, highlighting urgent vulnerabilities in UK water services.

The Cloud Security Alliance has released a new guide detailing how to implement Zero Trust principles in operational technology and industrial control systems.

Memory safety vulnerabilities are surging in industrial control systems, with over 3,000 reported in 2022, prompting urgent calls for enhanced security measures.

As cyberattacks on industrial control systems rise, EMA's Chris Steffen stresses the need for proactive cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical infrastructure.

A new malware, FrostyGoop, identified by Dragos, threatens industrial control systems, exposing Europe’s critical infrastructure vulnerabilities to cyber-attacks.

The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.

Dragos' 2023 Australian OT Cybersecurity review reveals rising threats, with 13 local ransomware incidents and critical infrastructure at risk. Turner urges stronger measures.

The Cyber Scheme launches comprehensive IoT/ICS security testing training course, targeting beginner-intermediate professionals.

Swift digitization and inclusion of IoT devices in manufacturing and corporate spaces to plunge the automated test equipment market at US$23.76 billion by 2033.

Nozomi Networks predicts 2023 will be crucial for cybersecurity in OT and ICS industries, as innovation and security remain top priorities.

Former Cylance CEO, Stuart McClure, joins NetRise's Board of Directors to assist in guiding the company's growth and tackling cybersecurity challenges.