Data theft stories - Page 7
Bitdefender warns of cyber campaign in Central Asia, Europe
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
Bitdefender has warned of a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign by UAC-0063 targeting government entities across Central Asia and Europe, amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
CyberCX report reveals long detection time for espionage
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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mfa
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cloud security
CyberCX's 2025 Threat Report reveals troubling trends, with espionage detection times rising to over 400 days and ransomware incidents surging to 38%.
Android users targeted by fake wedding invitation malware
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
Cybersecurity experts from Kaspersky have uncovered a nefarious scheme targeting Android users, with a malware disguised as wedding invitations stealing sensitive data.
Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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ransomware
Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.
Acronis report reveals global concerns on data privacy 2025
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Acronis' report Data Privacy in 2025 reveals that 64% of consumers list data breaches as their top privacy concern, highlighting a critical need for better security practices.
Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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ransomware
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phishing
Sophos X-Ops has uncovered two active cybercriminal campaigns exploiting Microsoft Office 365, with over 15 incidents reported in just three months.
Malware targets newcomers with Trojan disguised as tool
Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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malware
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edr
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cybersecurity
CloudSEK has revealed a cyber threat impacting over 18,000 devices worldwide, targeting novice cybersecurity users with a malicious XWorm Remote Access Trojan builder.
Google report reveals rising cloud data security threats
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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mfa
Google Cloud Security's latest report reveals a surge in cloud data threats, with actors refining tactics for data exfiltration and identity exploitation.
Sophos warns of rising threats exploiting Office 365 tools
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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uc
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firewalls
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data protection
Sophos researchers have uncovered two active campaigns targeting firms via Microsoft Office 365 and remote tools, triggering a surge in data theft and ransomware incidents.
Kaspersky warns of increasing threats from tampered NFC tags
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky warns of rising risks from hacked NFC tags, urging users to stay vigilant against potential phishing and malware threats as NFC adoption grows.
New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.
Check Point solution achieves 100% detection in MITRE test
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Check Point Software's Infinity XDR/XPR solution achieved a remarkable 100% detection rate in the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations, showcasing its effectiveness.
Cybercriminals target shoppers with 38 million phishing scams
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Cybercriminals launched over 38 million phishing attacks in 2024, with a 25% rise in threats targeting online retailers amid Black Friday sales.
Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals ransomware payments surged to USD $460 million, while mobile banking threats increased by 166% due to rising scams.
Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals a staggering rise in cyber threats, with ransomware payments hitting $460 million and mobile banking malware incidents soaring.
Memory safety vulnerabilities continue to plague ICS: Here's what to do about it
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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nsa
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opinion
Memory safety vulnerabilities are surging in industrial control systems, with over 3,000 reported in 2022, prompting urgent calls for enhanced security measures.
RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Ransomware activity rose by 2.3% in Q3 2024, with 'RansomHub' overtaking 'LockBit' as the most active group, according to ReliaQuest's latest report.
Dark web sees surge in pricey software exploit listings
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
Kaspersky has identified 547 dark web listings for software vulnerability exploits from January 2023 to September 2024, with average prices hitting $100,000.
Sophos report reveals education sector's ransomware battle
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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edutech
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firewalls
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ransomware
Sophos' State of Ransomware in Education 2024 report shows escalating pressures on schools and universities, as ransom demands soar.
Australian firms unprepared for privacy act identity security changes
Mon, 16th Sep 2024
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data protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
Australian firms are ill-prepared for impending changes to the Privacy Act on identity security, with many failing to protect sensitive data adequately.