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Businesses fear AI's role in rising cyberattack threats
Ransomware

Businesses fear AI's role in rising cyberattack threats

A recent Kaspersky study reveals 76% of businesses face rising cyber incidents, with 46% fearing AI-driven attacks, urging a rethink in cybersecurity strategies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Vectra AI enhances platform with new Azure defences
Ransomware

Vectra AI enhances platform with new Azure defences

Vectra AI has expanded its cybersecurity platform to enhance defences for Microsoft Azure, adding over 40 new attacker behaviour detections amid rising threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Google Cloud warns of AI escalation in cyber threats by 2025
Ransomware

Google Cloud warns of AI escalation in cyber threats by 2025

Google Cloud's 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast warns of rising AI-driven threats and highlights the need for enhanced security measures in the JAPAC region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Cloud security critical as AI adoption set to soar in 2025
Cloud Security

Cloud security critical as AI adoption set to soar in 2025

Tenable warns that AI adoption could drastically increase cloud data security risks by 2025, urging organisations to bolster their protective measures.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
AI advancements pose challenges for cybersecurity sector
Zero Trust Security

AI advancements pose challenges for cybersecurity sector

The Chartered Institute of Information Security's report reveals 54% of professionals fear AI will benefit attackers more than defenders amid rising cybersecurity challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Meta1st launches AI platform to tackle cyber threats
Phishing

Meta1st launches AI platform to tackle cyber threats

Meta1st has launched an AI-driven platform aimed at reducing cyber risks by enhancing employee training and security awareness in organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta
Malware

Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta

Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
AI impersonation scam targets ChatGPT subscription users
Malware

AI impersonation scam targets ChatGPT subscription users

Barracuda Networks has uncovered a phishing campaign where attackers impersonated OpenAI, misleading businesses into updating ChatGPT payment details.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
AI cyberattacks on retailers rise ahead of holiday season
Data Protection

AI cyberattacks on retailers rise ahead of holiday season

Imperva reveals that online retailers face a staggering average of 569,884 AI-driven cyberattacks daily as the holiday shopping season approaches.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Manufacturing faces rising cyber threats, report reveals
Malware

Manufacturing faces rising cyber threats, report reveals

A KnowBe4 report warns of escalating cybersecurity threats in manufacturing, with malware attacks rising 45% and average ransoms nearing USD $2.4 million.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Global advisory issued on Iranian cyber threat tactics
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Global advisory issued on Iranian cyber threat tactics

A joint advisory from international agencies warns of Iranian cyber actors targeting critical infrastructure sectors using brute force tactics for credential compromise.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Survey reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks
Ransomware

Survey reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks

A new OpenText survey reveals 62% of firms faced ransomware attacks via software supply chains, with 93% fearing increased threats from AI-driven phishing.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Microsoft warns of AI-driven cyber threats & ransomware rise
Unified Communications

Microsoft warns of AI-driven cyber threats & ransomware rise

Microsoft's Digital Defense Report highlights a rise in cyber threats, naming Australia as the sixth most targeted nation with a 2.75-fold increase in ransomware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Businesses paying ransomware ransoms doubles in 2024
Data Protection

Businesses paying ransomware ransoms doubles in 2024

Research reveals that businesses paying ransoms due to ransomware attacks has surged to 16.3% in 2024, up from 6.9% the previous year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
AI seen boosting hacking value by 71%, says Bugcrowd
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

AI seen boosting hacking value by 71%, says Bugcrowd

A new Bugcrowd report reveals 71% of hackers believe AI has boosted hacking's value, with 77% now using generative AI tools.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
OpenText survey: rise in software supply chain attacks
Ransomware

OpenText survey: rise in software supply chain attacks

OpenText's 2024 Global Ransomware Survey reveals a surge in cyberattacks, with 62% of companies facing supply chain ransomware and high ransom payments.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Cybercriminals stories

OpenText report reveals Australia's top ransomware threats
Ransomware

OpenText report reveals Australia's top ransomware threats

OpenText Cybersecurity's report highlights six major ransomware threats targeting Australian infrastructure, with LockBit and Akira at the forefront.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Cyber Smart Week 2024: Kiwis urged to secure their digital footprint
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Smart Week 2024: Kiwis urged to secure their digital footprint

Cert NZ's Cyber Smart Week has returned, aiming to strengthen New Zealand's cyber resilience amid rising online threats, urging Kiwis and SMEs to adopt stronger security.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024