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NCSC completes improvements post-IPAC cyber activity review
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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The National Cyber Security Centre has swiftly implemented all recommendations from a review addressing cyber threats targeting the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China.
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NCSC implements all improvements from cyber activity review
Tue, 24th Dec 2024
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The National Cyber Security Centre has swiftly implemented all recommendations from a review addressing cyber threats to Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China members.
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ReliaQuest reveals increase in malware via fake CAPTCHA pages
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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ReliaQuest's new report reveals a surge in fake CAPTCHA pages used for malware distribution, with incidents nearly doubling from September to December 2024.
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Ironscales unveils Autopilot to boost AI email security
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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IRONSCALES has launched its Winter 2024 Release, introducing AI-driven features to bolster email security against advanced phishing threats.
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Australian small firms risk exposure amid cyber threats
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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A new report reveals that 91% of Australian small businesses neglect essential insurance, exposing them to cybercrime costing $300 million annually.
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Cognizant & Zscaler expand partnership for AI security
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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Cognizant and Zscaler have strengthened their partnership to deliver an AI-enabled zero trust cloud security platform, enhancing enterprise cybersecurity.
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Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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Kaspersky warns that supply chain attacks and IT outages could escalate in 2025, highlighting vulnerabilities in key technologies and infrastructure.
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CyberCX extends partnership with Australian Open for 2025
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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CyberCX extends its partnership with Tennis Australia, continuing as the Official Cyber Security Partner for the Australian Open in 2025.
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CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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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.
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eCommerce faces cybercrime losses of GBP £2.02m per hour
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Research from Cequence Security warns eCommerce firms could lose GBP £2.02 million per hour to cybercrime during December's holiday shopping season.
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AI's dual role in reshaping cybersecurity strategies 2024
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving as AI transforms both threats and defences, with increasing challenges expected in 2025, warns Meta1st CEO.
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Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 2024
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Kaspersky's latest report reveals a 14% rise in daily malware detection, with 467,000 malicious files identified each day in 2024.
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Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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As the festive season approaches, experts warn of rising cyber threats, urging organisations and individuals to strengthen their digital defences during this vulnerable period.
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Chinese cyberespionage targets European IT service firms
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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A new cyberespionage campaign, named 'Operation Digital Eye', has emerged, targeting IT service providers in Southern Europe to infiltrate digital supply chains.
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Hands-on Review: Norton 360 Platinum with the new Financial Monitoring
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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Norton has launched Financial Monitoring within its 360 Platinum suite, enhancing users' financial security by tracking unusual activity and subscription changes.
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Elastic identifies stealthy malware toolkit named PUMAKIT
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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Elastic Security Labs has unveiled PUMAKIT, an advanced malware toolkit featuring stealthy rootkit capabilities, raising alarms in cybersecurity.
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Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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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.
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Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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A report by ReliaQuest reveals that 81% of cyber threats to the utilities sector stem from spearphishing, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in legacy systems.
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Over 12 million Brits to explore AI skills by 2025
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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A survey shows over 12 million UK consumers aim to learn about AI by 2025, reflecting a significant shift toward understanding this transformative technology.
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Elastic Security's top three cybersecurity predictions for 2025
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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In 2025, AI will be crucial in strengthening cybersecurity as threat actors become increasingly sophisticated, driving a surge in cyber incidents.