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Phishing kits & AI drive surge in email attacks on firms
Malware

Phishing kits & AI drive surge in email attacks on firms

Email attacks on firms surge as AI-powered phishing kits, especially in manufacturing, challenge defences, warns VIPRE Security Group's Q2 2025 report.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
AI-driven DNS threats & malicious adtech surge worldwide
Malware

AI-driven DNS threats & malicious adtech surge worldwide

Infoblox's 2025 report reveals a surge in AI-driven DNS threats and widespread malicious adtech affecting global organisations, urging proactive cyber defence.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Armis surpasses USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue
Firewalls

Armis surpasses USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue

Armis has exceeded USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue, up from USD $200 million under 12 months ago, driven by global demand for its cybersecurity platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Sektor partners with SentinelOne to expand cybersecurity in ANZ
Firewalls

Sektor partners with SentinelOne to expand cybersecurity in ANZ

Sektor partners with SentinelOne to distribute AI-driven cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, enhancing local data sovereignty and compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Infoblox upgrades DNS defence to counter AI-driven cyberattacks
Security Information and Event Management

Infoblox upgrades DNS defence to counter AI-driven cyberattacks

Infoblox upgrades its Protective DNS solution to pre-empt AI-driven cyberattacks, blocking threats 68 days earlier and enhancing security for networks and cloud.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
CrowdStrike report warns of GenAI driving surge in cyberattacks
Malware

CrowdStrike report warns of GenAI driving surge in cyberattacks

CrowdStrike warns that generative AI is fuelling a surge in cyberattacks, targeting cloud systems, AI agents, and escalating sophisticated social engineering globally.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
DXC, 7AI launch global AI security service to boost efficiency
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

DXC, 7AI launch global AI security service to boost efficiency

DXC Technology and 7AI have launched a global AI-powered security service, boosting efficiency and cutting analyst workload across DXC's customer base.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
AI-driven cyber attacks surge as APAC risk leaders feel unprepared
Disaster Recovery

AI-driven cyber attacks surge as APAC risk leaders feel unprepared

APAC faces a 29% rise in AI-driven cyber attacks, with 98% of risk leaders feeling unprepared to tackle the surge in fraud and tech disruptions.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Aug 2025
Outpost24 launches tool to detect dark web credential leaks
Malware

Outpost24 launches tool to detect dark web credential leaks

Outpost24 has launched a free tool that helps organisations detect if their credentials have been leaked on the dark web, boosting cybersecurity efforts.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 2nd Aug 2025
Exclusive: Google's John Hultquist warns cyber attackers are getting younger & faster
Malware

Exclusive: Google's John Hultquist warns cyber attackers are getting younger & faster

Google's Threat Intelligence Group uses AI and vast global data to outpace cybercriminals in an evolving digital arms race, says Chief Analyst John Hultquist.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
The bouncer at the door: Protecting your network from within
Malware

The bouncer at the door: Protecting your network from within

Outdated network hardware poses a hidden threat, turning your vital security 'bouncer' into a vulnerability that invites cyber-attacks and data breaches.

By Debasish Mukherjee • 6 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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UK leaders back ransomware bans but most would break rules
Ransomware

UK leaders back ransomware bans but most would break rules

While 99% of UK business leaders support a private-sector ban on ransomware payments, 75% would risk breaking it to save their firms from cyberattacks.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Over 150 million NZ records for sale as cyber threats grow
Multi-factor authentication

Over 150 million NZ records for sale as cyber threats grow

Over 150 million New Zealand-linked records, including government and banking credentials, are exposed on the dark web, raising growing cyber threat concerns.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Jamie Norton named Vice Chair of ISACA board for 2025 to 2026
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Jamie Norton named Vice Chair of ISACA board for 2025 to 2026

Jamie Norton, CISO at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, was appointed Vice Chair of ISACA's global board for 2025-2026, enhancing digital trust leadership.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Qualys launches Agentic AI agents to streamline cyber risk ops
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Qualys launches Agentic AI agents to streamline cyber risk ops

Qualys launches Agentic AI agents to automate cyber risk ops, offering real-time insights and autonomous remediation to cut costs and reduce threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Singapore faces world's highest regulatory extortion risk
Data Protection

Singapore faces world's highest regulatory extortion risk

Singapore faces the world's highest risk of regulatory extortion from ransomware, with 66% of organisations threatened with regulatory complaints by cybercriminals.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 2nd Aug 2025
Education & ownership vital to boost Australia's cyber resilience
Ransomware

Education & ownership vital to boost Australia's cyber resilience

Australia boosts cyber resilience through education, shared ownership, and preparedness, urging all citizens to embrace cyber security beyond just compliance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025