Cyber attacks stories - Page 25

ReliaQuest's Annual Threat Report reveals cybercriminals executing attacks in as little as 27 minutes, urging security teams to adopt AI and automation strategies.

January witnessed an unprecedented rise in ransomware attacks, surging to 590 incidents, as NCC Group warns of escalating cyber threats amid global instability.

NTT DATA has partnered with Palo Alto Networks to launch a managed security service enhancing the safety of private 5G networks in industrial sectors.

CrowdStrike has launched its Falcon Cloud Security for Microsoft Entra ID, enhancing protection for government organisations in GovCloud environments.

Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42 reveals that 86% of major cyber incidents in 2024 caused operational downtime and financial loss, amid escalating threats.

Australia has climbed to fourth place globally for cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, as a report reveals a surge in diverse threats targeting various sectors.

A recent Tenable Cloud Risk Report reveals that 78% of organisations globally, particularly in APAC, face critical security risks in their Kubernetes environments.

A new whitepaper from Telstra International reveals that 80% of manufacturing firms faced security incidents last year, yet only 45% felt prepared to tackle the threats.

Kaspersky's latest report reveals a shift in high-severity cyber incidents in 2024, with IT facing the most crises, while government cases decline significantly.

As cyber threats surge, Simon Pamplin of Certes calls for a radical shift to data-centric security, emphasising the inadequacy of traditional defence models.

DDoS attacks have surged by 82% in a year, with 165,000 incidents reported in 2024, driven largely by IoT devices and AI advancements.

As hackers exploit vulnerabilities in Gen AI prompt fields, organisations face mounting security challenges and must adopt innovative measures to safeguard their systems.

Research by Proofpoint reveals only 12% of Asia Pacific firms use essential email authentication, exposing them to a surge in phishing attacks.

Kroll's latest report reveals the healthcare sector was the most targeted by data breaches in 2024, accounting for 23% of all incidents, surpassing finance.

A strategic partnership between Sophos and Pax8 will enhance the cybersecurity offerings for over 40,000 Managed Service Providers, streamlining solution management.

Following a ransomware attack on HCRG Care Group, Semperis' Jeff Wichman has highlighted the major risk for healthcare organisations.

Norton has unveiled its AI-powered Genie Scam Protection, enhancing its Cyber Safety products to tackle the surge in scams, now accounting for 90% of cyberthreats.

BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.

Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.

Kaspersky's 2024 report reveals stark contrasts in IT security staffing, with SMBs employing 33% security personnel versus 22% in larger firms, highlighting resource challenges.