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Cybercriminals increasingly exploit trusted apps, says report
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A new report reveals a 51% rise in cybercriminals exploiting trusted Microsoft applications, highlighting increasing sophistication in attacks on Windows networks.
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Ransomware report reveals evolving threat landscape in 2024
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Dragos's latest report reveals a vibrant ransomware landscape for Q3 2024, marked by emerging groups, shifting tactics, and significant operational disruptions.
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2024 cyber threat landscape highlights key attack trends
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Rapid7's analysis of the 2024 cyber threat landscape reveals alarming trends in ransomware and vulnerability exploits impacting organisations worldwide.
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Check Point solution achieves 100% detection in MITRE test
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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.
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Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024
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ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a significant rise in phishing attacks, accounting for 46% of incidents, amid increased cyber threats and ransomware activity.
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SentinelLabs uncovers CyberVolk hacktivist operations
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advanced persistent threat protection
SentinelLabs has unveiled a report on CyberVolk, detailing the hacktivist group's ransomware activities and connections within the cybercrime ecosystem.
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OpenText reveals 2024 nastiest malware, LockBit leads list
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OpenText's 'Nastiest Malware of 2024' list highlights LockBit as the top ransomware threat amid rising cybercrime targeting critical infrastructure.
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OpenText report reveals Australia's top ransomware threats
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OpenText Cybersecurity's report highlights six major ransomware threats targeting Australian infrastructure, with LockBit and Akira at the forefront.
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RansomHub becomes dominant ransomware group in Q3 2024
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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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.
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Rise in ransomware groups reshapes cybersecurity landscape
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Secureworks' latest report reveals a 30% rise in active ransomware groups, highlighting evolving cyber threats and increased complexity for network defenders.
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BlackBerry report finds NHS & schools hit by surge in malware
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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smartphones
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
BlackBerry's latest Global Threat Intelligence Report reveals a 53% surge in malware, with 11,500 daily samples blocked.
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BlackBerry report: Cyber threats up 53%, critical sectors hit
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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smartphones
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Rreport reveals a 53% surge in new malware samples, detecting 11,500 daily threats, with 43,500 cyberattacks thwarted each day from April to June 2024.
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Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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Threat report shows that within the consumer threat landscape, a popular delivery technique is hiding ransomware payload in pirated content.
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AI-driven cybercrime spikes in Australia & NZ, warns Trend Micro
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
AI-driven cybercrime surges in Australia and NZ, warns Trend Micro; thousands of attacks detected, leveraging AI to breach security defences.
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Barracuda study shows healthcare sector most targeted by ransomware
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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New research by Barracuda Networks shows 44% of foiled ransomware attacks detected during lateral movement. Healthcare remains top target, up to 21% of incidents.
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Ransomware attacks surge 58% in July, breaking records
Sun, 18th Aug 2024
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Ransomware attacks surged by 58% in July, with 60 incidents reported. Blackfog's data shows a record-breaking month, particularly hitting government, education, and healthcare sectors.
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Ransomware attacks on industry double in 2024 second quarter
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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cybercriminals
Ransomware attacks on the industrial sector nearly doubled in Q2 2024, with manufacturers hardest hit, reports cybersecurity firm Dragos.
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Ransomware trends: A threat to insurance business continuity
Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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The rapidly evolving ransomware threat poses a significant risk to business continuity, crucially impacting cyber insurance strategies. Companies must bolster cybersecurity to stay ahead.
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Darktrace report: 56% of phishing emails bypass security checks
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Darktrace reveals 56% of phishing emails bypass security checks. The latest report underscores the persistence of cyber threats and the increasing need for adaptive defences.
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Acronis report reveals 293% surge in email attacks H1 2024
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Acronis' H1 2024 Cyberthreats Report reveals a 293% surge in email attacks and a 32% rise in ransomware, warning SMBs and MSPs of heightened cyber risks.