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ReliaQuest links manufacturing breach to Scattered Spider
Unified Communications

ReliaQuest links manufacturing breach to Scattered Spider

An investigation by ReliaQuest reveals a significant cyber intrusion on a manufacturing firm, attributed to Scattered Spider, amid rising ransomware threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 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
Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet
Firewalls

Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet

Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs warns of rising cyber threats ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, targeting voters and electoral processes.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Deepfake scams target 29% of New Zealanders, costing millions
Physical Security

Deepfake scams target 29% of New Zealanders, costing millions

Research by Mastercard reveals nearly a third of New Zealanders and 18% of businesses have fallen victim to deepfake scams, costing millions over the past year.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Consumer concern over posthumous digital identity theft grows
Physical Security

Consumer concern over posthumous digital identity theft grows

A Kaspersky survey reveals 61% of consumers fear posthumous digital identity theft, highlighting ethical concerns and privacy issues in the digital age.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

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Norton report warns UK shoppers of holiday cyber risks
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Norton report warns UK shoppers of holiday cyber risks

Shoppers in the UK are advised to remain vigilant over holiday discounts, as a report reveals soaring risks of digital identity theft amid festive deals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Identity theft affects 13% of Australians, says Norton
Phishing

Identity theft affects 13% of Australians, says Norton

Thirteen per cent of Australians have fallen victim to identity theft, highlighting urgent concerns over financial stability and mental health, says Norton.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Akamai reveals cybercrime's impact on UK mental health
Ransomware

Akamai reveals cybercrime's impact on UK mental health

New research reveals a 'cybercrime mental health crisis' in the UK, with victims losing an average of GBP £808 and suffering severe emotional distress.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Three phases in the evolving Australian business conversation about resilience
Ransomware

Three phases in the evolving Australian business conversation about resilience

Many Australian organisations can mark down 2024 as the year that IT resilience was elevated from a technology to a whole-of-business and whole-of-customer-journey conversation.

By Ashley Diffey • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
Deepfake scams cost Australian businesses millions, research reveals
Physical Security

Deepfake scams cost Australian businesses millions, research reveals

Research by Mastercard reveals deepfake scams have targeted 36% of Australians, resulting in millions in losses, with many unaware they're victims.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security
EduTech

Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month arrives, experts warn of a looming 1.5 million shortfall in cybersecurity professionals by 2025 in India, sparking urgent action.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians
Ransomware

Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians

A new survey reveals that Australians using illegal streaming sites are three times more likely to fall victim to cybercrime, sparking health concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack
Ransomware

Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack

An Auckland man fears identity theft after personal details were stolen from Bloom Hearing Specialists, who kept his data for over six years.

By Phil Pennington • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024
Homebuyers warned as property scams surge in spring season
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Homebuyers warned as property scams surge in spring season

Amid a surge in property-related scams, InfoTrack advises caution during this spring's busy real estate season. Buyers are urged to bolster cyber security.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Most Britons worry over control of personal data online
Fintech

Most Britons worry over control of personal data online

A Ping Identity survey reveals that 75% of Britons feel they lack control over their online data, fuelling concerns over privacy, fraud, and identity theft.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Why monitoring high tech systems and data is critical for New Zealand healthcare providers
Ransomware

Why monitoring high tech systems and data is critical for New Zealand healthcare providers

World Patient Safety Day is a timely reminder of the threat hackers and cyber-criminals pose to the country's most vulnerable.

By Mark Baker • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Indosat launches IMSecure to bolster customer data protection
Malware

Indosat launches IMSecure to bolster customer data protection

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has launched IMSecure, reinforcing their commitment to data protection, aiming to fortify customer trust against digital threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
GenAI: A new era of social engineering threats for Australian businesses
Phishing

GenAI: A new era of social engineering threats for Australian businesses

GenAI's rapid evolution is enabling cybercriminals to launch more sophisticated social engineering attacks, posing rising threats to Australian businesses.

By Crispin Kerr • 5 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024