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A good part of the Internet is invisible to regular browsers and known as the deep web; a component of the deep web is the dark web, content which relies on the internet but isn’t available to regular browsers. While the dark web is used for legitimate purposes by businesses and other private networks, it is also commonly associated with the less salubrious aspects of the internet including criminal activity. Accessing the dark web is generally accomplished with specific software and configurations including ‘onion’ browsers the best known of which is probably Tor (The Onion Router).
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How businesses can strengthen defences against evolving cyberattacks

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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As cybercriminals exploit AI to amplify attacks, businesses are urged to upgrade legacy systems, integrate AI in security efforts, and enhance real-time threat detection.
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Global survey reveals growing inadequacies in cyber threat response

Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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A global survey by Gigamon reveals a 20% rise in undetected cyber breaches, with only 25% of organisations able to respond in real time. Australia fares worse, with 42% of breaches detected through dark web leaks.
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Experts warn of fallout from BBC Pension and LAUSD data breaches

Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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Recent data breaches at the BBC Pension Scheme and Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) have exposed critical vulnerabilities, prompting cybersecurity experts to issue warnings about the potential misuse of stolen information.
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Reactions to Ticketmaster data breach exposing 500 million users' data

Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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Ticketmaster confirms a massive data breach affecting over 500 million customers, with personal information reportedly sold on the dark web. Experts call for urgent cybersecurity measures.
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Bitdefender launches new security suite for small businesses

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Bitdefender launches Ultimate Small Business Security, a comprehensive, user-friendly solution for small businesses and entrepreneurs with up to 25 employees.
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Millions of customers urged to take action after Ticketmaster data breach

Thu, 30th May 2024
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Ticketmaster has suffered a major data breach compromising the personal information of more than 500 million users.
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MediSecure cyber breach underscores need for robust healthcare cybersecurity

Wed, 29th May 2024
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The MediSecure cyberattack, involving stolen data posted on a Russian hacking forum, has highlighted critical vulnerabilities in Australia's healthcare sector amid a rising wave of cyber threats.
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CloudSEK exposes misuse of Pegasus spyware on the deep web

Thu, 23rd May 2024
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Cybersecurity firm CloudSEK reveals threat actors abusing the Pegasus spyware name on dark web, following Apple's warning about mercenary spyware attacks.
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Opera launches Arm-optimised browser for Snapdragon-powered PCs

Tue, 21st May 2024
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Opera releases an Arm-Optimised version of its browser, promising over double the speed for Snapdragon-based Windows systems, just in time for new product launches.
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ManageEngine integrates Log 360 with Constella for dark web monitoring

Fri, 10th May 2024
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ManageEngine integrates Log360 with Constella Intelligence to facilitate 24/7 dark web monitoring and provide a first line of protection against supply chain risks, as per an announcement at the RSA Conference.
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Equifax & Norton team up to bolster Australian Cyber Safety

Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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Equifax and Norton unite to fortify identity safety for Australians, integrating Norton's identity monitoring into Equifax's subscriptions, addressing rising fears of identity theft.
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'Junk gun' ransomware: New low-cost cyber threat targets SMBs

Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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Emerging research from cybersecurity firm Sophos reveals that unsophisticated 'junk gun' ransomware presents a new threat, primarily to small and medium businesses.
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How attackers target security blind spots: Three real-life lessons from the SOC

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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Cyberattack case studies from global XDR service provider Barracuda demonstrate the dangers of incomplete digital security.
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Building the cyber defences needed to ward off attacks

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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A surge in cyberattacks prompts Australia to strengthen their digital defence, aiming to utilise education and a 'human factor' to thwart attacks amid rising hacker innovation.
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Malwarebytes launches free Digital Footprint Portal to protect personal data

Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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Malwarebytes has launched a free Digital Footprint Portal offering a detailed analysis of sources including the dark web.
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Trustwave launches Threat Intelligence as a Service for businesses

Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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Trustwave has introduced Threat Intelligence as a Service (TIaaS), a proactive tool in cybersecurity to provide businesses with actionable, personalised threat intelligence.
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Record rise in zero-day vulnerabilities exposed in Google-Mandiant report

Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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Google and Mandiant's cybersecurity report reveals a 50% rise in exploited zero-day vulnerabilities in 2023, with China being the leading perpetrator.
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CyberArk launches industry's first identity-centric secure browser

Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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CyberArk launches industry-first identity-centric secure browser, providing a robust blend of security, privacy, and efficiency suited to varying user needs and ensuring protection of sensitive data.
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How AI is powering the next-generation of cybercriminals

Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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Cybercriminals increasingly harness AI for innovative and harder-to-detect attacks, using tools like ChatGPT to improve malware efficiency, automate phishing attempts and exploit APIs vulnerabilities.
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Blackpoint Cyber launches free protection programme

Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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Blackpoint Cyber rolls out the Blackpoint Community Protection Programme, offering Managed Service Providers free, 24/7 security monitoring.