Cyber Threats stories
AI-fuelled scams & phishing soar in New Zealand, says Gen
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AI-driven scams have surged in New Zealand, with fake update scams up 11,000%, as cybercriminals exploit breached data and new AI tools, Gen reveals.
SME CyberResilience aims to boost cyber defences for 2,000 firms
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ST Engineering and IMDA launch SME CyberResilience to provide 2,000 Singapore SMEs with free cyber threat scanning and expert guidance.
Cybersecurity professionals set to gain new trauma support
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The Chartered Institute of Information Security teams with PTSD Resolution to offer trauma therapy and mental health support to UK cybersecurity professionals from May 2025.
Sophos partners with Capsule to streamline cyber insurance for SMBs
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Sophos has teamed up with Capsule to simplify cyber insurance for SMBs, offering discounted premiums linked to Sophos cybersecurity solutions via MSPs.
Exclusive: National cyber security coordinator says upcoming laws will elevate digital safety
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Australia's new Cyber Security Act, starting next week, mandates ransomware reporting and smart device standards, aiming for a resilient digital future.
Immersive unveils new OT cybersecurity training for industry teams
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Immersive has launched a new SaaS cybersecurity training suite to help industrial teams tackle rising threats in operational technology environments.
Organisations boost AI security as data threats & risks evolve
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Nearly 70% of organisations see rapid AI development, especially generative AI, as their top security concern, urges Thales' 2025 Data Threat Report.
Exabeam & Vectra AI partner to boost threat detection speed
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Exabeam and Vectra AI have partnered to integrate their platforms, aiming to accelerate cyber threat detection and simplify security operations for organisations.
AI-driven threats prompt IT leaders to rethink hybrid cloud security
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A new survey reveals 91% of IT leaders are reassessing hybrid cloud risks as AI-driven cyberattacks surge, with global costs hitting USD $3 trillion annually.
Malicious memes: How cybercriminals use humour to spread malware
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Cybercriminals exploit viral memes to spread malware and phishing attacks, using humour to bypass defences and target millions online in Australia and beyond.
Report finds low ECH use but risks from malicious actors grow
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Corrata's report reveals ECH privacy protocol use is rare among enterprise mobiles but exploited by 17% of risky sites, mainly via Cloudflare network.
Survey reveals gap between threat intelligence & execution
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A Cyware survey reveals firms value threat intelligence but struggle with automation and internal collaboration, hindering effective cyber threat response.
Organisations ramp up AI tool blocks to counter shadow AI risks
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Organisations are increasingly blocking access to generative AI tools, with DNSFilter halting over 60 million AI queries in March to curb shadow AI risks.
Australia’s renewable energy shift fuels foreign cyber concerns
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Australia’s shift to renewable energy by 2030 raises cyber security risks due to reliance on foreign-made components in its power grid infrastructure.
AI investment rises as security teams battle skills shortages
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Splunk's report reveals 71% of ANZ organisations boost AI investment amid staffing shortages to tackle security tool fragmentation and rising cyber threats.
Outpost24 adds AI summaries to boost digital threat analysis
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Outpost24 launches AI-driven summaries in its Digital Risk Protection modules to simplify threat analysis and boost cyber risk management efficiency.
Organisations prioritise AI security as GenAI adoption accelerates
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Nearly 70% of organisations see AI, especially generative AI, as their top security risk, says Thales' 2025 Data Threat Report based on over 3,100 experts.
Australia faces mounting cyber threats to vital infrastructure
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Australia faces a growing threat from state-backed cyber espionage targeting critical infrastructure, risking disruptions to power, water, and healthcare services.
The Ransomware Threat: How to respond and protect your organisation
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Ransomware attacks in Australia surged in 2023–24, costing businesses up to AUD $97,200 on average, urging firms to bolster cyber defences and response plans.
Proofpoint to acquire Hornetsecurity to boost MSP security reach
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Proofpoint has agreed to acquire Hornetsecurity, boosting its AI-driven Microsoft 365 security services for MSPs and SMBs globally by 2025.