The Ultimate Guide to Malware

2026 · Kiwi Edition

Malware represents a broad category of malicious software designed to infiltrate, damage, or disrupt computer systems and networks. From ransomware that locks users out of their data to spyware that quietly steals information, malware continues to evolve in sophistication and reach. Our recent stories cover a wide range of malware threats impacting individuals, businesses, and critical infrastructure, illustrating the diverse strategies cybercriminals use to exploit vulnerabilities.

Delving into these stories provides readers with insights into how malware campaigns operate, the latest trends in attack vectors, and expert advice on defense mechanisms. Understanding malware not only alerts individuals and organisations to potential risks but also guides them in strengthening their digital security posture. Stay informed about the ever-changing malware landscape to better safeguard your data and systems from emerging cyber threats.

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Analyst Insights
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Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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Expert columns
Building security outcomes for small businesses: Why breaches persist despite available tools
By Debasish Mukherjee of SonicWall
2 days ago
Account Takeover (ATO) fraud: The hidden threat to your business and how to stop it
By Bobby Joseph of Melissa
Last month
Securing the digital classroom: A layered cybersecurity approach for K-12 schools
By Asif Mujtaba of SonicWall
Fri, 13th Feb 2026
Solving the '3 AM Problem' with 24/7 cyber defence
By Sarah Wilkinson of SonicWall
Thu, 5th Feb 2026
SonicWall firewalls strengthen security for IoT era
By Tiju Cherian of SonicWall
Mon, 26th Jan 2026
SonicWall pushes unified automation for faster cyber defence
By Amelia Foss of SonicWall
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
How identity verification could have stopped a $300M Crypto scam
By Edmund Ng of Melissa
Wed, 24th Dec 2025
Why agentic AI is the game-changer SOCs need
By Marc Caltabiano of Splunk
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Infostealer attacks: How hackers steal data from companies
By Vakaris Noreika of NordStellar
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
10 cybersecurity tips to survive Cyber Monday
By Nicolas Montauban of Codific
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Barracuda's frontline predictions 2026: The battle for reality and control in a world of agentic AI
By Rohit Aradhya of Barracuda
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Defence wins Premierships: What sports teach us about cybersecurity
By Adam Khan of Barracuda
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
The upsurge and threats of self-reproducing AI
By Debasish Mukherjee of SonicWall Inc.
Wed, 5th Nov 2025
Extortion and ransomware drive over half of cyberattacks
By Amy Hogan-Burney of Microsoft
Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
Confronting the dark side of GenAI: Recommendations for business leaders, CISOs and security teams
By Adam Khan of Barracuda
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
Interviews
Commvault SHIFT New York outlines deeper cloud recovery
Discussing Cloud Services
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Google's John Hultquist warns cyber attackers are getting younger & faster
Discussing Ransomware
Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Exclusive: How Cybersecurity startup Blackveil is targetting AI-driven threats
Discussing Spam
Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
Exclusive: Why cyber leaders must think like business leaders in APAC
Discussing Distributed Denial of Service
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Recent news
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HPE Threat Labs spot industrialised cybercrime surge
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Keitaro ad tracker tied to more than 15,000 scam domains
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Job moves
OPSWAT names Jan Miller CTO to lead new Technology Centre
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Fri, 13th Feb 2026
New VP of engineering for Malwarebytes
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Wed, 18th Mar 2020
Malwarebytes stalwart promoted to chief product officer
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