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Google report reveals rising cloud data security threats

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Google Cloud Security's latest report reveals a surge in cloud data threats, with actors refining tactics for data exfiltration and identity exploitation.
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Hackuity partners with Wiz to bolster cloud security efforts

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Hackuity has teamed up with Wiz to join the Wiz Integration Network, enhancing cloud risk management and improving vulnerability oversight for clients.
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Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.
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Kaspersky enhances SIEM solution with AI & new features

Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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Kaspersky has unveiled major upgrades to its Security Information and Event Management solution, aiming to boost productivity amid escalating cyber threats.
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Phishing attacks rise in 2024 with AI-driven tactics

Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
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Cybersecurity experts report a sharp rise in phishing attacks in 2024, with 94% of organisations affected and AI tactics in 67.4% of incidents.
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CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
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Trend Vision One granted FedRAMP approval for US market

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Trend Micro's Trend Vision One for Government has achieved FedRAMP Authorisation to Operate, enhancing security for US services and ANZ customers.
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Netacea secures GBP £4 million to combat bot attacks

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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Netacea has secured an additional GBP £4 million investment from Mercia Asset Management to enhance its fight against sophisticated bot attacks.
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Cybersecurity report reveals 145,000 exposed ICS systems

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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A cybersecurity report reveals over 145,000 worldwide Industrial Control Systems are at risk, highlighting urgent vulnerabilities in UK water services.
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Proofpoint uncovers 'Voldemort' malware linked to TA415

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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Researchers at Proofpoint have unveiled a sophisticated malware campaign named 'Voldemort', linked to the TA415 threat group, targeting over 70 organisations worldwide.
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Survey reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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A new OpenText survey reveals 62% of firms faced ransomware attacks via software supply chains, with 93% fearing increased threats from AI-driven phishing.
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WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies' latest Internet Security Report reveals that seven of the top ten malware threats in Q2 2024 were new.
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Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet

Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs warns of rising cyber threats ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, targeting voters and electoral processes.
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Trustwave highlights critical cyber threats to financial services

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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Trustwave's latest reports unveil growing cryptocurrency and ransomware threats in financial services, highlight the urgency of combating phishing-as-a-service and insider threats.
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Radware report reveals 265% rise in global web DDoS attacks

Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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Radware's H1 2024 report shows a 265% surge in global web DDoS attacks, largely due to geopolitical tensions and increased exploitation of application infrastructure.
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Survey reveals AI-led security critical for business growth

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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A survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals 92.5% of businesses see AI-led security as crucial for growth, with MSPs and MSSPs prioritising AI integration.
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Radware reveals surge in cyber attacks in 2024 report

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Radware's 2024 threat analysis shows a worrying 171% increase in malicious web activity, driven by escalating Layer 7 Web DDoS attacks.
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BlueVoyant warns of rising cyber threats beyond IT perimeters

Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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BlueVoyant's second report on external cyber defence trends highlights emerging risks beyond IT perimeters, including AI's role in intensifying cyber attacks.
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OpenText reveals concerning surge in ransomware-as-a-service attacks

Thu, 26th Oct 2023
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Nastiest Malware report reveals rise in Ransomware-as-a-Service attacks, with Cl0p named as this year's top threat.
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Ransomware attacks increased 41% in November, says NCC Group

Thu, 22nd Dec 2022
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Analysis from NCC Group's Global Threat Intelligence team credits the increase to returning threat actor groups resurfacing and taking the lead in November.