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2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming
Malware

2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming

New findings reveal that ransomware attacks are thriving in 2025, with 80 active groups targeting industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

By Chris Boyd • 7 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Researchers reveal data splicing attacks bypassing DLP
Data Protection

Researchers reveal data splicing attacks bypassing DLP

SquareX reveals data splicing attacks exploiting browser flaws to bypass major DLP solutions, risking corporate data loss and intellectual property theft.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges
Ransomware

Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges

The rise of Fast Flux DNS has empowered cybercriminals to evade detection more effectively, presenting significant challenges for security agencies in Australia.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Sophos report highlights urgency of active cyber defence
Firewalls

Sophos report highlights urgency of active cyber defence

A report by Sophos reveals that urgent action is needed against cyber threats, with attackers exploiting valid credentials for over half of breaches.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954
Malware

Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954

Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group
Malware

Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group

Bitdefender has identified a new ransomware group named RedCurl, which has operated discreetly since 2018, utilising advanced cyber mercenary tactics.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
NetFoundry launches updated security platform for OT use
Cloud Security

NetFoundry launches updated security platform for OT use

NetFoundry unveils an enhanced operational technology security platform aimed at bolstering critical infrastructure protection across multiple environments.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Why ClickFix attacks are outpacing enterprise security
Malware

Why ClickFix attacks are outpacing enterprise security

ClickFix attacks, leveraging human error over software flaws, are now a dominant threat to enterprises, outpacing existing security measures.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Rethinking data resilience on World Backup Day 2025
Virtualisation

Rethinking data resilience on World Backup Day 2025

As World Backup Day nears, experts stress that mere data backups are now inadequate amid rising cyber threats, urging a shift to robust resilience strategies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025
Cyber report warns of AI-driven threats & quicker attacks
Firewalls

Cyber report warns of AI-driven threats & quicker attacks

Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42 reveals that 86% of major cyber incidents in 2024 caused operational downtime and financial loss, amid escalating threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Why email security needs automated incident response
Firewalls

Why email security needs automated incident response

As email threats evolve, firms must adopt automated incident response to swiftly mitigate risks and protect sensitive data from malicious attacks.

By Matt Caffrey • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
Data Protection

BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS

BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks
Malware

Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks

A new study by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeover attempts, driven by a surge in sophisticated brute force tactics.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge

A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Obsidian report reveals 300% surge in SaaS breaches
Multi-factor authentication

Obsidian report reveals 300% surge in SaaS breaches

Obsidian Security's 2025 SaaS Security Threat Report reveals a staggering 300% rise in SaaS breaches last year, impacting major firms like Microsoft and AT&T.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors
Malware

Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors

ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a staggering 32% rise in ransomware cases targeting finance and insurance firms, with attackers moving significantly faster in 2024.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

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Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore
Malware

Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore

Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity
Data Protection

Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity

The UK government proposes banning ransomware payments by public sector bodies, yet experts warn that proactive data protection strategies are essential to combat cyber threats.

By Simon Pamplin • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025