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A new CNTI report reveals global views on journalism, highlighting a disconnect between journalists and the public over its value and role in society.

A newly discovered botnet, consisting of over 130,000 compromised devices, is targeting Microsoft 365 accounts with password spraying attacks, linked to China-based actors.

The FBI and CISA have alerted organisations to increased cyber threats from China's Ghost ransomware group, affecting over 70 countries through outdated software.

A new study by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeover attempts, driven by a surge in sophisticated brute force tactics.

Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.

A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.

Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.

With Data Privacy Day on the horizon, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to bolster data protection amid rising cyber threats and evolving technologies.

Google Cloud Security's latest report reveals a surge in cloud data threats, with actors refining tactics for data exfiltration and identity exploitation.

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.

Trustwave's 2025 cybersecurity threat report reveals a staggering 80% rise in ransomware attacks targeting the energy and utilities sector, highlighting urgent security concerns.

Ransomware attacks surged 19% in October, totalling 486 incidents globally, as threat actors increasingly targeted critical infrastructure sectors.

A recent Microsoft report reveals that the education sector is now the third most targeted industry for cyberattacks, highlighting serious security concerns.

Report reveals a 43% surge in vulnerabilities and a 6% rise in ransomware attacks in H1 2024, with VPNs and network infrastructure under significant threat.

A new Silobreaker report reveals that over 50% of ransomware victims delay disclosure until public exposure, with some never acknowledging attacks at all.

BlackBerry's Q1 2024 report reveals unprecedented cyber threats, detecting 3.1 million attacks and a 40% rise in new malware, spotlighting surging global cybersecurity tensions.

OpenAI has thwarted five covert influence operations over three months, leveraging AI to disrupt attempts by malicious actors to misuse the technology for deceptive activities.

Australia's leadership in generative AI adoption contrasts with its cybersecurity woes, with nation-state attacks leading to a precarious digital stance.

Over half of UK IT leaders lack faith in the government's ability to shield businesses and citizens from cyberwarfare threats, according to a study by cybersecurity firm Armis.

Radware's 2024 threat analysis shows a worrying 171% increase in malicious web activity, driven by escalating Layer 7 Web DDoS attacks.