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Trend Micro named leader in IDC XDR report for AI security
Firewalls

Trend Micro named leader in IDC XDR report for AI security

Trend Micro has been named a leader in the IDC MarketScape 2025 XDR report for its AI-powered Trend Vision One platform enhancing cyber threat detection and response.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Broadcom patches VMware zero-day exploited for nearly a year
Cloud Security

Broadcom patches VMware zero-day exploited for nearly a year

Broadcom patches a VMware zero-day flaw exploited for nearly a year, allowing attackers root access to virtual machines in certain configurations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Detour Dog malware uses DNS TXT records to hijack 30,000 sites
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Detour Dog malware uses DNS TXT records to hijack 30,000 sites

The Detour Dog malware has covertly hijacked over 30,000 websites globally, exploiting DNS TXT records to deliver stealthy, location-targeted attacks.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
AI vulnerability reports surge as hackbots reshape cyber risks
DevOps

AI vulnerability reports surge as hackbots reshape cyber risks

AI vulnerability reports surged 210% as organisations boosted AI security by 270%, with prompt injection attacks rising 540%, HackerOne's report shows.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
KnowBe4 joins Microsoft Security Store to boost cyber defence
Software-as-a-Service

KnowBe4 joins Microsoft Security Store to boost cyber defence

KnowBe4 has joined the Microsoft Security Store, allowing customers easier access to integrated cyber defence solutions and AI-powered risk management tools.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Block ransomware proliferation and easily restore files with AI in Google Drive
Storage

Block ransomware proliferation and easily restore files with AI in Google Drive

Google Drive for desktop now uses AI to detect ransomware, halt file syncing, and help users quickly restore files to prevent data loss and disruption.

By Kristina Behr and Luke Camery from Google Workspace • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Detour Dog exploits DNS to target 30,000 sites with covert malware
Malware

Detour Dog exploits DNS to target 30,000 sites with covert malware

Threat group Detour Dog has exploited DNS to covertly infect over 30,000 websites since 2020, shifting from scam redirects to malware delivery via server-side attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Hack The Box unveils Threat Range to boost SOC team resilience
Ransomware

Hack The Box unveils Threat Range to boost SOC team resilience

Hack The Box launches Threat Range, a team-focused cyber incident simulation platform to enhance SOC resilience against AI-driven cyber threats and complex attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Illumio integrates with Microsoft Sentinel to boost AI security
Firewalls

Illumio integrates with Microsoft Sentinel to boost AI security

Illumio's AI-driven security platform is deployed at Microsoft and integrated into Microsoft Sentinel, enhancing threat detection and containment in complex networks.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber Threat stories

UK supply chain cyberattacks expose critical business risks
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

UK supply chain cyberattacks expose critical business risks

Recent cyberattacks on UK firms like Harrods and Jaguar Land Rover reveal serious supply chain vulnerabilities risking billions in losses and business disruption.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Phantom Taurus: new Chinese group targets governments in Asia & Africa
Malware

Phantom Taurus: new Chinese group targets governments in Asia & Africa

Phantom Taurus, a new Chinese state-backed group, targets governments and telecoms in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia with advanced espionage tools and tactics.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Cyber security budgets lag as soft skills take centre stage
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber security budgets lag as soft skills take centre stage

Most cyber security professionals say budgets aren't keeping up with threats, while soft skills like communication become vital to tackle human factors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
UK firms urged to prepare for new cyber supply chain rules
Hyperscale

UK firms urged to prepare for new cyber supply chain rules

UK firms are urged to strengthen cyber supply chain defences ahead of the new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, set to tighten incident reporting and oversight.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
KnowBe4 Human Risk Management now available in Microsoft Store
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

KnowBe4 Human Risk Management now available in Microsoft Store

KnowBe4's Human Risk Management platform is now available via the Microsoft Security Store, simplifying deployment and integration with Microsoft Security solutions.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Gemini security flaws exposed millions to silent data breaches
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Gemini security flaws exposed millions to silent data breaches

Security flaws in Google's Gemini AI exposed millions to unseen data breaches by enabling attackers to manipulate logs, search history and browsing tools.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Australian firms cut cyber training despite rising threat levels
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Australian firms cut cyber training despite rising threat levels

Despite rising cyber threats and staff shortages, fewer Australian firms train non-security staff for cybersecurity, risking resilience amid growing attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Macquarie Telecom, Netskope unite to boost AI security in Australia
Firewalls

Macquarie Telecom, Netskope unite to boost AI security in Australia

Macquarie Telecom and Netskope partner to offer integrated AI, cloud, and network security, helping Australian firms tackle rising cyber threats and compliance demands.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Sixty-eight percent of Indians faced phishing scams last year
Storage

Sixty-eight percent of Indians faced phishing scams last year

A survey shows 68% of Indians encountered phishing scams last year, amid growing concerns over AI-driven cyber threats and weak security habits.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025