Cybercriminals stories - Page 2
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Powering up security: Protecting EV charging stations from cyberthreats
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As EV charging stations become crucial to smart cities, their increasing vulnerability to cyberattacks demands enhanced security measures to stave off potential disruptions.
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Cybercriminals exploit CrowdStrike outage with fake support sites
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malware
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cybersecurity
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aviation
Cybercriminals capitalised on a CrowdStrike Falcon outage by creating over 180 fake support websites, targeting 8.5 million affected devices worldwide.
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McAfee & Samsung extend AI-driven mobile security partnership
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phishing
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email security
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casb
McAfee extends its decade-long partnership with Samsung to bolster online security on new mobile devices, leveraging AI to tackle growing phishing threats.
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Akamai report reveals 65% rise in API & app attacks in APJ
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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application security
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cybersecurity
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japan
Akamai's latest report reveals a 65% hike in web attacks on APIs and applications in APJ, peaking in June 2024 with 4.8 billion incidents.
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Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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devops
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digital entertainment
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apm
Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.
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Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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email security
As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, Palo Alto Networks warns of heightened cybersecurity threats, urging enterprises to adopt robust security measures.
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Cybercriminals exploit URL protection to mask phishing attacks
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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firewalls
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email security
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breach prevention
Cybercriminals are leveraging legitimate URL protection services to disguise phishing attacks, targeting hundreds of companies, reports Barracuda Networks.
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IT professionals urged to secure networks before summer holidays
Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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phishing
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firewalls
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email security
As summer approaches, IT pros should follow Corey Nachreiner's advice to secure networks while on holiday. Key steps include shutting down unused devices, updating critical servers, and using multi-factor authentication.
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Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
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australian government
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public sector
Armis achieves Protected classification through IRAP assessment, bolstering cybersecurity offerings for Australian public sector entities amidst rising foreign threats.
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Google Cloud's 2024 report reveals rising cyber threats
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain systems
Google Cloud's 2024 Threat Horizons report reveals rising cyber threats, emphasising advanced social engineering, cloud security, ransomware, and AI exploitation.
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UK businesses hit hard by AI-driven cyber threats, says report
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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ai security
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hsbc
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financial institutions
A Darktrace report reveals that 71% of UK businesses have faced AI-powered cyber threats, with 95% feeling unprepared. Firms like Barclays and HSBC are at risk.
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Criminals misuse URL protection to mask phishing attacks
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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firewalls
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phishing
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email security
Barracuda Networks reveals cybercriminals are exploiting URL protection services to embed malicious code in phishing emails, deceiving recipients into clicking harmful links.
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Cybercriminals exploit ChatGPT for near-perfect phishing emails
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
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software development
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cybercriminals
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals cybercriminals are exploiting ChatGPT and other AI tools to create near-perfect phishing emails, achieving a 2.8% success rate.
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AI deepfake scams rise in health supplement fraud
Fri, 12th Jul 2024
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ai
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messenger
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facebook
Bitdefender reports a surge in AI and deepfake tech use by fraudsters on social media, promoting fake health supplements and miracle cures, targeting millions globally.
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New data breaches spark cybersecurity fears as Twilio confirms attack
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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breach prevention
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security vulnerabilities
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mfa
ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for compromising 33 million Twilio users' phone numbers via the Authy 2FA app, sparking major security concerns.
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Australia's AI adoption poised for growth amid trust issues
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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data privacy
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data analytics
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ai
As AI Appreciation Day approaches on July 16, experts stress trust and ethical use in Australia's AI boom, projected to hit USD $6.4 billion by 2026.
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One in four Australian businesses impacted by deepfake incidents
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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email security
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breach prevention
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ai
Almost 25% of Australian businesses faced deepfake incidents last year, highlighting the growing threat of AI-powered cyber-attacks, says ISMS.online.
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SaaS security breaches escalate, fuelling urgent defences push
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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martech
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storage
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cloud SaaS applications face increasing cyber-attacks, with breaches quadrupling in a year due to identity factors, highlighting urgent security needs.
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Bitdefender & Netgear report reveals major IoT vulnerabilities
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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malware
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data protection
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phishing
Bitdefender and Netgear’s new report reveals that 99.3% of IoT attacks exploit known vulnerabilities, highlighting the urgent need for timely updates and robust security measures.
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One-third of UK businesses hit by invoice fraud in past year
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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procurement
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spend management
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isg
Nearly a third of UK businesses fell victim to invoice fraud in the past year, with only 39% preventing fraudulent payments.