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Why quantum threats demand our attention this Cybersecurity Month
Encryption

Why quantum threats demand our attention this Cybersecurity Month

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights current risks, experts warn we must urgently prepare for quantum computing's looming threat to encryption security.

By Julian Fay • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Oct 2025
Documentary reveals human side of defending critical infrastructure
Ransomware

Documentary reveals human side of defending critical infrastructure

Semperis's documentary, Midnight in the War Room, unveils the human stories behind defending vital infrastructure from global cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
F5 breach exposes BIG-IP code & secrets, raising global risk
Cloud Security

F5 breach exposes BIG-IP code & secrets, raising global risk

F5 has suffered a major breach exposing BIG-IP source code and security flaws, raising global risks amid limited evidence of exploitation so far.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Interactive unveils Power Assurance for critical infrastructure resilience
Network Infrastructure

Interactive unveils Power Assurance for critical infrastructure resilience

Interactive launches Power Assurance to support critical power infrastructure across Australia and New Zealand, enhancing uptime and business continuity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
NCSC warns of China threat as major UK cyber-attacks surge 50%
Storage

NCSC warns of China threat as major UK cyber-attacks surge 50%

The National Cyber Security Centre warns China among top cyber threats as UK sees a 50% rise in major cyber-attacks, with serious incidents nearly every two days.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
DroneShield launches RfPatrol plugin to enhance TAK drone alerts
Data sharing

DroneShield launches RfPatrol plugin to enhance TAK drone alerts

DroneShield's new RfPatrol plugin integrates real-time drone detection into the TAK ecosystem, enhancing situational awareness for over 250,000 global users.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2025
Global cyber regulation moves from compliance to resilience
Ransomware

Global cyber regulation moves from compliance to resilience

NCC Group's new report reveals a global shift from cyber compliance to resilience, urging businesses to adopt long-term, adaptive governance amid rising offensive cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Ransomware surge in Q3 2025 as new alliances target more sectors
Ransomware

Ransomware surge in Q3 2025 as new alliances target more sectors

Ransomware attacks hit a record in Q3 2025 as new alliances broaden targets to sectors like healthcare and critical infrastructure worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Squareroot8 & Partisia launch FracQtion for quantum security
Data Protection

Squareroot8 & Partisia launch FracQtion for quantum security

Squareroot8 and Partisia have launched FracQtion, a hybrid hardware-software solution addressing quantum-era security threats like harvest-now, decrypt-later attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Critical Infrastructure stories

Extortion and ransomware drive over half of cyberattacks
Malware

Extortion and ransomware drive over half of cyberattacks

Over half of cyberattacks last year were driven by extortion or ransomware, with criminals focusing on financial gain rather than espionage, Microsoft reveals.

By Amy Hogan-Burney • 8 min read • Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
Australia ranks high in cyberattacks as AI fuels new risks
Malware

Australia ranks high in cyberattacks as AI fuels new risks

Australia ranks tenth globally for cyberattack frequency, with AI fueling a rise in ransomware and extortion, Microsoft reports in its 2025 Digital Defence Review.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
UK cyberattacks surge as leaders urge new security approaches
Cartech

UK cyberattacks surge as leaders urge new security approaches

UK cyberattacks have surged, prompting calls for revamped security and stricter supplier oversight amid escalating threats and costly breaches.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October
Data Protection

UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October

With Microsoft ending Windows 10 support on 14 October, UK businesses face amplified cyber risks and operational challenges, especially in critical sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Netcompany launches VERÁ to boost European defence resilience
Digital Transformation

Netcompany launches VERÁ to boost European defence resilience

Netcompany launches VERÁ, a European-developed platform enhancing defence resilience through real-time data integration and situational awareness.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
SUSE & AI & Partners launch automated EU AI Act compliance tool
Data governance

SUSE & AI & Partners launch automated EU AI Act compliance tool

SUSE and AI & Partners launch an automated tool to help regulated industries swiftly comply with the EU AI Act's strict requirements on artificial intelligence systems.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
NEC Security to safeguard GREEN×EXPO 2027 digital systems
Artificial Intelligence

NEC Security to safeguard GREEN×EXPO 2027 digital systems

NEC Security will provide cybersecurity services to safeguard digital systems at the GREEN×EXPO 2027 in Yokohama, preparing for 15 million visitors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
Infotrust named 2025 Global Channel All Star for cyber security
Unified Communications

Infotrust named 2025 Global Channel All Star for cyber security

Infotrust has been named 2025 Global Channel All Star by Airlock Digital for excellence in cyber security service delivery across Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
Secolve marks five years with 57% growth & global expansion
IoT Security

Secolve marks five years with 57% growth & global expansion

Secolve celebrates five years with 57% growth, serving 100 global clients and expanding its operational technology cybersecurity services internationally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025