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BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
Data Protection

BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS

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.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
CyberCX report reveals long detection time for espionage
Ransomware

CyberCX report reveals long detection time for espionage

CyberCX's 2025 Threat Report reveals troubling trends, with espionage detection times rising to over 400 days and ransomware incidents surging to 38%.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
DeepSeek breach highlights centralised AI vulnerabilities
Breach Prevention

DeepSeek breach highlights centralised AI vulnerabilities

DeepSeek faces a major data breach, leading experts to advocate for decentralised AI systems to enhance security and mitigate user data risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
DeepSeek data privacy concerns spark global AI debate
Breach Prevention

DeepSeek data privacy concerns spark global AI debate

Concerns over data privacy and security have intensified following the unprotected database breach linked to the DeepSeek AI programme, exposing sensitive user information.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
KnowBe4 report links cyber insurance to security needs
EduTech

KnowBe4 report links cyber insurance to security needs

KnowBe4 research reveals the average cost of a data breach rose to USD $4.88 million, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity strategies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
GuidePoint warns of Python backdoor used in ransomware
Malware

GuidePoint warns of Python backdoor used in ransomware

GuidePoint Security has unveiled the use of a Python backdoor in recent ransomware attacks, enabling threat actors to maintain access and deploy malicious encryptors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
Cybercriminals exploiting AI to enhance attack methods
Malware

Cybercriminals exploiting AI to enhance attack methods

A new report by HP Wolf Security reveals cybercriminals are increasingly using malware kits and generative AI to enhance attack sophistication.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
BlackCloak unveils improved data removal to enhance privacy
Data Protection

BlackCloak unveils improved data removal to enhance privacy

BlackCloak has launched upgraded data removal features on its Digital Executive Protection Platform, bolstering online privacy for high-net-worth clients.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Kaspersky warns of supply chain & IT risks in 2025

Kaspersky warns that supply chain attacks and IT outages could escalate in 2025, highlighting vulnerabilities in key technologies and infrastructure.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead
Encryption

Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead

Cybersecurity experts warn of rising threats, predicting a NotPetya-like incident due to AI, quantum advancements, and increased geopolitical tensions.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Kiteworks predicts key cybersecurity trends for 2025
Data Protection

Kiteworks predicts key cybersecurity trends for 2025

Kiteworks forecasts 12 key cybersecurity trends for 2025, highlighting the urgency of protecting sensitive data amid rising threats and regulatory pressures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday in full swing, cyber threats loom large, urging consumers and retailers to bolster their online security against potential attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company
Ransomware

Exclusive: How KnowBe4 stopped a North Korean hacker from joining the company

A North Korean hacker attempted to infiltrate KnowBe4, prompting a swift response from the firm's security team that highlighted evolving cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024

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Cyber threats cost Australian businesses AUD $300 million
Partner Programmes

Cyber threats cost Australian businesses AUD $300 million

A new report reveals that 91% of Australian small businesses neglect vital insurance and risk management, exposing them to cybercrime costs of AUD $300 million annually.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
UK urged to prioritise reform against cyber attack risks
Ransomware

UK urged to prioritise reform against cyber attack risks

Cyber experts are urging UK ministers to act on reforms as the risk of cyber attacks on national infrastructure is increasingly underestimated.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Cyber Security Act passed into law
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Security Act passed into law

Australia's Parliament has passed the Cyber Security Act, mandating businesses to report ransomware payments within 72 hours to bolster national security.

By Dan Pearce • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Ransomware payments rise to AUD $1.35m for Australian firms
Ransomware

Ransomware payments rise to AUD $1.35m for Australian firms

New research reveals that Australian firms now face an average ransomware payment of AUD $1.35 million, highlighting an alarming rise in cyber extortion.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024