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Phishing attacks thrive on human behaviour, not lack of skill
Data Protection

Phishing attacks thrive on human behaviour, not lack of skill

Phishing attacks remain a top cyber threat, costing USD $4.76 million per breach, as even savvy professionals fall prey to sophisticated social engineering.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
IRONSCALES launches Deepfake Protection to fight phishing surge
Phishing

IRONSCALES launches Deepfake Protection to fight phishing surge

IRONSCALES has launched Deepfake Protection, using AI to detect and neutralise deepfake email threats, as phishing attacks surge globally by up to 1,740%.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Proofpoint launches unified cybersecurity solution to cut costs
Unified Communications

Proofpoint launches unified cybersecurity solution to cut costs

Proofpoint has launched Proofpoint Prime Threat Protection, uniting multichannel cyberdefence and employee education to cut costs and cyber risks globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Proofpoint unveils unified platforms to combat data & cyber risks
Data Protection

Proofpoint unveils unified platforms to combat data & cyber risks

Proofpoint launches two new cybersecurity platforms aimed at unifying threat protection and data security across multiple channels and environments.

By Moritz Florian • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
CrowdStrike launches Falcon Privileged Access to block threats
Privileged Access Management

CrowdStrike launches Falcon Privileged Access to block threats

CrowdStrike unveils Falcon Privileged Access, enhancing identity security with real-time risk-aware controls to prevent privilege escalation and attacks.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
New Android malware exploits NFC to steal funds instantly
Endpoint Protection

New Android malware exploits NFC to steal funds instantly

A new MaaS platform, Supercard X, exploits Android NFC tech allowing cybercriminals to swiftly steal funds, raising urgent security concerns, especially in Asia.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry
Malware

Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry

A Radware study highlights alarming trends in cyber threats to the financial sector, revealing a surge in infostealer services and sophisticated OTP bots.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Rising threats to influencers as cyber attacks escalate
Multi-factor authentication

Rising threats to influencers as cyber attacks escalate

Bitdefender reports a dramatic rise in cybercrime targeting social media influencers, uncovering over 9,000 malicious livestreams on YouTube in 2024.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Human error tops cloud security threats in Qualys report
Ransomware

Human error tops cloud security threats in Qualys report

A recent report by Qualys reveals human error as a major security threat in cloud and SaaS sectors, with 28% of organisations facing data breaches last year.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
How new malware SHELBY targets telecom via phishing
Malware

How new malware SHELBY targets telecom via phishing

Elastic Security Labs has unveiled SHELBY, a sophisticated malware family linked to phishing attacks against an Iraqi telecom firm, raising security alarms.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group
Malware

Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group

Bitdefender has identified a new ransomware group named RedCurl, which has operated discreetly since 2018, utilising advanced cyber mercenary tactics.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
KnowBe4 wins 5-Star Award in 2025 CRN Partner Guide
Cybersecurity

KnowBe4 wins 5-Star Award in 2025 CRN Partner Guide

KnowBe4 has earned a prestigious 5-Star Award in the 2025 CRN Partner Program Guide, highlighting its commitment to cybersecurity and partner success.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Red Canary warns of surge in identity & AI threats for 2025
Malware

Red Canary warns of surge in identity & AI threats for 2025

Red Canary's 2025 Threat Detection Report reveals alarming trends in cybersecurity, with identity attacks quadrupling and new malware techniques emerging.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Social Engineering stories

System intrusions cause 80% of Asia-Pacific data breaches
Malware

System intrusions cause 80% of Asia-Pacific data breaches

Verizon's 2025 DBIR reveals system intrusions caused 80% of Asia-Pacific data breaches, with ransomware hitting 51% and malware attacks soaring to 83%.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Responsibility declines as attacks continue: UK cybersecurity survey
Software-as-a-Service

Responsibility declines as attacks continue: UK cybersecurity survey

Only 27% of UK boards now have cybersecurity responsibility, down from 38% in 2021, amid rising phishing attacks threatening businesses nationwide.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Australian firms move to passkeys as cyber threats bypass MFA
Ransomware

Australian firms move to passkeys as cyber threats bypass MFA

Australian organisations face rising cyber threats bypassing MFA, prompting a shift to passwordless authentication and a AUD $288.1 million government security boost.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Australian councils urged to boost cyber threat training
Ransomware

Australian councils urged to boost cyber threat training

Cyberattacks on Australian local councils are surging, with under half providing essential cybersecurity training, leaving systems vulnerable to breaches.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
UK organisations face significant rise in phishing threats
Malware

UK organisations face significant rise in phishing threats

The latest report from KnowBe4 reveals a 17.3% rise in phishing threats and a sharp increase in ransomware attacks, highlighting evolving cyber risks for 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025