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How new malware SHELBY targets telecom via phishing

Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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Elastic Security Labs has unveiled SHELBY, a sophisticated malware family linked to phishing attacks against an Iraqi telecom firm, raising security alarms.
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Cybersecurity threats in healthcare sector risk patient safety

Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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Trustwave warns that the increasing digitalisation of healthcare exposes critical vulnerabilities that could threaten patient lives, as detailed in new reports.
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February 2025 reports record spike in ransomware attacks

Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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A recent Bitdefender report reveals February 2025 as the worst month for ransomware, with victims rising 126% to 962, including a notable impact on Australia.
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IT-ISAC identifies top cyber threats using new framework

Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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The IT-ISAC reveals 58 high-risk cyber adversaries targeting the sector, urging companies to adopt a new risk assessment framework to mitigate threats.
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Medusa ransomware threat continues to challenge firms

Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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The persistent threat of Medusa ransomware continues to alarm global organisations, as new advisories highlight the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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Study reveals global views on journalism & technology

Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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A new CNTI report reveals global views on journalism, highlighting a disconnect between journalists and the public over its value and role in society.
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Massive botnet targets Microsoft 365 with stealth attacks

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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A newly discovered botnet, consisting of over 130,000 compromised devices, is targeting Microsoft 365 accounts with password spraying attacks, linked to China-based actors.
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FBI & CISA warn of Ghost ransomware threats worldwide

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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The FBI and CISA have alerted organisations to increased cyber threats from China's Ghost ransomware group, affecting over 70 countries through outdated software.
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Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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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.
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Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.
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Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.
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Kaspersky enhances threat lookup with AI-driven insights

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.
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Cyber experts urge proactive data protection strategies

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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With Data Privacy Day on the horizon, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to bolster data protection amid rising cyber threats and evolving technologies.
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Google report reveals rising cloud data security threats

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Google Cloud Security's latest report reveals a surge in cloud data threats, with actors refining tactics for data exfiltration and identity exploitation.
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Sophos warns of rising threats exploiting Office 365 tools

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Sophos researchers have uncovered two active campaigns targeting firms via Microsoft Office 365 and remote tools, triggering a surge in data theft and ransomware incidents.
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Trustwave outlines 80% rise in ransomware by 2025

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Trustwave's 2025 cybersecurity threat report reveals a staggering 80% rise in ransomware attacks targeting the energy and utilities sector, highlighting urgent security concerns.
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Ransomware attacks rise by 19% in October according to NCC Group

Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Ransomware attacks surged 19% in October, totalling 486 incidents globally, as threat actors increasingly targeted critical infrastructure sectors.
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Education remains a target for cyberattacks says Microsoft

Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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A recent Microsoft report reveals that the education sector is now the third most targeted industry for cyberattacks, highlighting serious security concerns.
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Forescout's 2024 H1 Threat Review reveals surge in cyber threats

Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Report reveals a 43% surge in vulnerabilities and a 6% rise in ransomware attacks in H1 2024, with VPNs and network infrastructure under significant threat.
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Report reveals lag in disclosure of ransomware attacks in 2023

Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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A new Silobreaker report reveals that over 50% of ransomware victims delay disclosure until public exposure, with some never acknowledging attacks at all.