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Oracle issues urgent patch as Cl0p exploits suite flaw for attacks
Ransomware

Oracle issues urgent patch as Cl0p exploits suite flaw for attacks

Oracle has issued an urgent patch for a critical flaw in its E-Business Suite, exploited by the Cl0p ransomware group using advanced social engineering tactics.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
CISOs prioritise real-time visibility as AI reshapes cloud security
Private Cloud

CISOs prioritise real-time visibility as AI reshapes cloud security

CISOs worldwide prioritise real-time visibility and metadata to bolster cloud security amid rising AI-driven cyber threats and data volumes, says Gigamon.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
BatShade: Vietnamese threat actor expands its digital operations
Malware

BatShade: Vietnamese threat actor expands its digital operations

Vietnamese threat actor BatShade targets job seekers with malware disguised as recruitment documents, using new tactics for stealth and persistent infection.

By Aditya K Sood • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
KnowBe4 enhances HRM+ to boost AI & human cyber defences
Data Protection

KnowBe4 enhances HRM+ to boost AI & human cyber defences

KnowBe4 upgrades HRM+ platform to train employees and AI agents, enhancing defences against evolving cyber threats in AI-driven workplaces.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Exclusive: Cloudera's Carolyn Duby warns of rising AI-powered cybercrime
Data Protection

Exclusive: Cloudera's Carolyn Duby warns of rising AI-powered cybercrime

AI-driven cyberattacks now cost firms on average USD $4 million and 100 days to recover, raising security to a vital business priority worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
AI heightens phishing success as global cyber defences lag
Data Protection

AI heightens phishing success as global cyber defences lag

AI has boosted phishing success as 44% admit falling for scams, yet only 48% of firms fully use multi-factor authentication, says Yubico survey.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
Help desks emerge as cybersecurity weak spot amid rising attacks
Risk & Compliance

Help desks emerge as cybersecurity weak spot amid rising attacks

IT help desks are a growing cybersecurity weak spot as attackers exploit urgent scenarios, prompting calls for better identity verification during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Hack The Box unveils Threat Range to boost SOC team resilience
Ransomware

Hack The Box unveils Threat Range to boost SOC team resilience

Hack The Box launches Threat Range, a team-focused cyber incident simulation platform to enhance SOC resilience against AI-driven cyber threats and complex attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Social Engineering stories

WhatsApp 'vote for my child' scam spreads across Europe
Data Protection

WhatsApp 'vote for my child' scam spreads across Europe

A WhatsApp scam called 'Vote for my child' is spreading across Europe, tricking users into sharing codes and demanding money, warns Bitdefender.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Australian firms face new risks as AI & threats reshape cyber landscape
Security Information and Event Management

Australian firms face new risks as AI & threats reshape cyber landscape

Australian firms face rising cyber risks as AI reshapes threats; experts urge stronger resilience and real-time defences amid growing attacks on major organisations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Australian businesses overestimate cyber recovery as losses soar
Malware

Australian businesses overestimate cyber recovery as losses soar

A survey reveals Australian businesses greatly overestimate cyber recovery abilities, facing frequent attacks and costly downtime amid rising AI-related risks.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Jaguar Land Rover hit by cyberattack forcing UK production halt
Data Protection

Jaguar Land Rover hit by cyberattack forcing UK production halt

Jaguar Land Rover halted UK production after a major cyberattack disrupted operations and vehicle registrations at global sites and dealerships.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
AI in cyber security: A double-edged sword
Malware

AI in cyber security: A double-edged sword

AI is reshaping cyber security, boosting defence yet enabling advanced threats; Canadian organisations must balance innovation with heightened vigilance.

By Jane Arnett • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
Ransomware attacks rise again as insurance uptake drops in 2025
Disaster Recovery

Ransomware attacks rise again as insurance uptake drops in 2025

Ransomware attacks rose to 24% of businesses in 2025, while insurance uptake fell to 46%, amid smarter cybercriminal tactics and AI-driven threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Australian firms cut cyber training despite rising threat levels
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Australian firms cut cyber training despite rising threat levels

Despite rising cyber threats and staff shortages, fewer Australian firms train non-security staff for cybersecurity, risking resilience amid growing attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
AI drives surge in phishing as UK sees rise in secure logins
Multi-factor authentication

AI drives surge in phishing as UK sees rise in secure logins

A Yubico survey finds 62% of Gen Z interacted with phishing scams last year, raising alarm over AI threats.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
Australians lag in AI-era cyber security as phishing surges
Multi-factor authentication

Australians lag in AI-era cyber security as phishing surges

A Yubico survey reveals Australians lag in cybersecurity, with 46% falling prey to AI-enhanced phishing and low adoption of multi-factor authentication at work and home.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
Less than half of manufacturers feel ready for top cyber threats
Phishing

Less than half of manufacturers feel ready for top cyber threats

Less than half of manufacturers worldwide feel prepared to tackle major cyber threats like AI-driven attacks and deepfakes, reveals LevelBlue research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025