Cyber Threat stories - Page 44

ReliaQuest's Annual Threat Report reveals cybercriminals executing attacks in as little as 27 minutes, urging security teams to adopt AI and automation strategies.

DeepTempo has unveiled significant upgrades to its cybersecurity solution, Tempo, now integrated with Snowflake Marketplace, enhancing threat detection and response efficiency.

January witnessed an unprecedented rise in ransomware attacks, surging to 590 incidents, as NCC Group warns of escalating cyber threats amid global instability.

Veeam has announced an expanded partnership with Microsoft, integrating AI to boost data resilience for clients, including 77% of Fortune 500 companies.

CrowdStrike's research reveals a staggering 150% rise in China-linked cyber espionage, fuelled by AI tactics, posing significant risks across various industries.

SquareX, a new cybersecurity firm, aims to enhance browser security - addressing a critical vulnerability in the evolving digital work landscape.

Trustwave's latest reports reveal a surge in cybersecurity threats to the manufacturing sector, driven by digital integration and rising ransomware attacks.

DDoS attacks soared by 550% in 2024, primarily fuelled by geopolitical tensions and AI advancements, with the EMEA region bearing the brunt of incidents.

CrowdStrike has enhanced its Falcon Cloud Security platform to support Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, addressing the growing need for cohesive cloud security amid rising threats.

Kaspersky's latest report reveals a shift in high-severity cyber incidents in 2024, with IT facing the most crises, while government cases decline significantly.

As cyber threats surge, Simon Pamplin of Certes calls for a radical shift to data-centric security, emphasising the inadequacy of traditional defence models.

Dragos has reported an alarming 87% rise in ransomware attacks on industrial organisations, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in operational technology and infrastructure.

Genetec has unveiled the Cloudlink 210, an innovative cloud-managed appliance that integrates video management and access control into a single device.

Proofpoint has been named the top performer in four out of five Use Cases in the 2025 Gartner Critical Capabilities Report for Email Security Platforms.

Proofpoint has identified two new cybercriminal groups, TA2726 and TA2727, engaging in web inject campaigns and distributing new malware targeting MacOS users.

AI is revolutionising risk management in private equity, enabling firms to navigate data privacy challenges and enhance decision-making strategies effectively.

UK tech firms are seizing opportunities in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan's booming cybersecurity markets, projected to reach GBP £6.2 billion by 2027.

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

DDoS attacks have surged by 82% in a year, with 165,000 incidents reported in 2024, driven largely by IoT devices and AI advancements.

As hackers exploit vulnerabilities in Gen AI prompt fields, organisations face mounting security challenges and must adopt innovative measures to safeguard their systems.