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AI deepfake scams surge with celebrity voice cloning on social media
EduTech

AI deepfake scams surge with celebrity voice cloning on social media

Rise in advanced AI voice cloning scams impersonating celebrities like Oprah and Elon Musk on social media are duping victims in phoney giveaways, reveals security firm Bitdefender.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Cato Networks launches groundbreaking threat detection platform
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cato Networks launches groundbreaking threat detection platform

Cato Networks announces a pioneering expansion into threat detection and incident response, launching the world's first Secure Access Service Edge-based extended detection and response solution, Cato XDR.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2024
From data breaches to account compromise: how hackers use data leaks to hijack accounts
Data Protection

From data breaches to account compromise: how hackers use data leaks to hijack accounts

No matter how strong the password is, an attacker with access to the database could use the credentials right away.

By Bogdan Botezatu • 8 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2023
Rapid increase in YouTube stream-jacking attacks – report
Email Security

Rapid increase in YouTube stream-jacking attacks – report

The attacks involve re-directing followers popular channels to one run by cybercriminals or a cybercriminal taking full control of the real channel.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
Take the Password Pledge and secure the digital you
Cybersecurity

Take the Password Pledge and secure the digital you

The livelihood of our digital lives is fostered by good online hygiene, which begins with proper password management.

By Bogdan Botezatu • 3 min read • Thu, 25th May 2023
Spammers phishing tourists with travel-themed lures - Bitdefender
Phishing

Spammers phishing tourists with travel-themed lures - Bitdefender

Spammers are phishing eager holidaymakers with travel, themed lures, according to new research from Bitdefender Antispam Lab.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Jan 2023
Bitdefender releases free decryption tool for MegaCortex
Ransomware

Bitdefender releases free decryption tool for MegaCortex

The free tool helps victims encrypted by MegaCortex ransomware restore their files and recover following a successful attack.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jan 2023
Bitdefender urges caution when dealing with holiday spam
Email Security

Bitdefender urges caution when dealing with holiday spam

Bitdefender Labs is warning people to be aware during the festive season due to a significant increase in spam scams.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Dec 2022
Australia amongst top targeted countries for ransomware
Ransomware

Australia amongst top targeted countries for ransomware

Australia became one of the most targeted countries for ransomware attacks for the first time, according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2022
The festive season sees online scams soar, finds Bitdefender
eCommerce

The festive season sees online scams soar, finds Bitdefender

Bitdefender looked at global spam volumes from October 26 to November 9, uncovering spam campaigns and phishing scams.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Nov 2022
Bitdefender launches chat protection solution to put a halt to scams
Endpoint Protection

Bitdefender launches chat protection solution to put a halt to scams

Bitdefender launches real-time chat protection for mobile messaging apps, including WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger, to combat cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2022
Bitdefender, Sharp partner up for printer security
Partner Programmes

Bitdefender, Sharp partner up for printer security

The partnership enables the integration of Bitdefender antimalware technology into Sharp's new range of Future Workplace A3 multifunction printers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Oct 2022
A deep dive into a Corporate Espionage operation
Hyperscale

A deep dive into a Corporate Espionage operation

Rise in hybrid cyberattacks targeting small companies sparks concern over vulnerability exploits, as corporate espionage becomes widespread.

By Martin Zugec • 8 min read • Tue, 4th Oct 2022
Snake Keylogger credential stealer slithers back on the radar of ANZ businesses
Malware

Snake Keylogger credential stealer slithers back on the radar of ANZ businesses

Snake Keylogger has re-emerged on the threat landscape with a brand new malspam campaign targeting IT decision-makers.

By Alina Bizga • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Sep 2022
Exclusive: Bitdefender on ensuring cyber safety in today's threat landscape
Malware

Exclusive: Bitdefender on ensuring cyber safety in today's threat landscape

Bitdefender, the Romanian cybersecurity provider, aims to be a trusted expert as cybercrime grows and offers tailored security solutions.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Aug 2022
Bitdefender report identifies top trojans targeting Android
Malware

Bitdefender report identifies top trojans targeting Android

Bitdefender reveals top Android trojans and warns of Google Play Store apps bypassing security checks in latest research.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Aug 2022

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Notes on ThroughTek Kalay Vulnerabilities and Their Impact on the IoT Ecosystem
Internet of Things

Notes on ThroughTek Kalay Vulnerabilities and Their Impact on the IoT Ecosystem

ThroughTek Kalay's platform vulnerabilities affect over 100 million IoT devices, exposing them to potential attacks. Vendors race to patch issues.

By Bitdefender • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
Australia bumped out of top 10 countries targeted by ransomware
Ransomware

Australia bumped out of top 10 countries targeted by ransomware

Ransomware continues to be a threat that touches almost the entire world, according to a new report from Bitdefender.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Feb 2023