Cyber Threat stories - Page 25
Microsoft sets 2033 deadline for post-quantum security rollout
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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encryption
Microsoft aims to complete its quantum-safe security rollout by 2033, integrating post-quantum cryptography across Windows, Azure and Microsoft 365 to counter future threats.
Claroty appoints Gil Gur Arie to lead AI driven product strategy
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Claroty has appointed Gil Gur Arie as Chief Product Officer to lead AI-driven product strategy and enhance cyber-physical systems protection globally.
New DripDropper malware exploits then patches Linux cloud flaw
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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ransomware
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devops
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cloud security
New DripDropper malware exploits then patches a Linux cloud flaw, securing exclusive access to servers via Apache ActiveMQ vulnerability CVE-2023-46604.
Jen Easterly joins Huntress Strategic Advisory Board for AI focus
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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ai
Jen Easterly, ex-CISA Director, joins Huntress' Strategic Advisory Board to enhance AI-led cybersecurity as the firm advances its USD $1.5 billion growth.
KnowBe4's AI platform helps cut phishing risk to just one percent
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
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risk & compliance
KnowBe4's AI-driven HRM platform has helped customers cut phishing risk to as low as one percent, enhancing cybersecurity against evolving threats worldwide.
KnowBe4 unveils new brand to boost human risk management
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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phishing
KnowBe4 has unveiled a refreshed brand and vision, emphasising its role in human risk management amid evolving cybersecurity threats worldwide.
SOCRadar unveils AI-driven platform for automated threat detection
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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ai
SOCRadar launches Agentic Threat Intelligence, an AI-powered platform automating detection and response to cyber threats with customisable AI agents.
Google Cloud warns backup systems face rising cyber threats
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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mfa
Google Cloud's new report warns rising cyber threats target backup systems, with nearly half of cloud attacks exploiting weak credentials and misconfigurations.
Surge in phishing attacks as cybercriminals exploit URLs & QR codes
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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malware
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mdm
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phishing
Phishing attacks exploiting URLs and QR codes have surged, with cybercriminals using AI and social engineering to target users via email and SMS, warns Proofpoint.
Semperis launches tool to boost Active Directory account security
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
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cybersecurity
Semperis has launched Service Account Protection Essential, a tool enhancing security for Active Directory service accounts vulnerable to cyberattacks.
LevelBlue acquires Trustwave to create largest managed security firm
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
LevelBlue has acquired Trustwave, creating the world's largest pure-play managed security firm with enhanced AI-driven threat detection and response capabilities.
Schneider Electric embeds Nozomi Arc for better RTU security
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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iot security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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power / energy
Schneider Electric integrates Nozomi Arc Embedded in SCADAPack 47xi RTUs, boosting security and visibility for remote industrial control systems globally.
Phishing campaign uses fake Microsoft apps to bypass MFA
Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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hyperscale
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mfa
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cloud security
Proofpoint exposes phishing attacks using fake Microsoft apps to bypass MFA and hijack Microsoft 365 accounts, affecting thousands globally in 2025.
Proofpoint warns FIDO authentication can be bypassed by downgrade
Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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biometrics
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mfa
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phishing
Proofpoint warns of a potential vulnerability where FIDO authentication can be bypassed via downgrade attacks, exposing users to phishing risks despite advanced security.
Certes launch quantum-safe technology to nullify stolen data
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
Certes launches quantum-safe technology that renders stolen data useless, protecting organisations against evolving cyber threats amid rising quantum computing risks.
Most NZ government bodies not ready for strict email security law
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Three-quarters of New Zealand government bodies lack the highest email security standard required by upcoming October 2025 regulations, research finds.
Trend Micro unveils Agentic SIEM to automate & streamline security
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
Trend Micro launches Agentic SIEM, an AI-driven security solution automating threat detection and streamlining workloads across over 900 data sources.
Palo Alto Networks launches quantum-ready & AI security suite
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Palo Alto Networks unveils a security suite with quantum-ready encryption and AI tools to protect enterprises' multicloud environments from evolving cyber threats.
Accenture to acquire CyberCX, boosting Asia Pacific security
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
Accenture will acquire CyberCX, an Asia Pacific cybersecurity firm with 1,400 staff, to expand its security services and client reach in the region.
CrowdStrike unveils Falcon to protect every digital identity type
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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pam
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
CrowdStrike launches Falcon Next-Gen Identity Security to protect human, AI, and machine identities across hybrid IT, tackling rising credential theft attacks.