Cyber attacks stories - Page 2

Southeast Asia faced 400 daily ransomware attacks in 2024, with Indonesia hit hardest and Malaysia seeing a 153% surge, Kaspersky reports.

CISA extends its contract with MITRE for another 11 months at USD $44 million, securing the critical CVE vulnerability programme amid funding concerns.

ISACA and CIIA urge UK Government to expedite audit reform legislation to bolster digital resilience amid rising cyber threats and economic risks.

Fuse has teamed up with Check Point Software to create a real-time blockchain firewall, aiming to safeguard its network against rising cyber threats.

At Google Cloud Next, Sandra Joyce revealed China's advanced cyber tactics, highlighting a global surge in espionage and rising ransomware incidents.

A study by e2e-assure has revealed significant gender differences in perceptions of cyber security responsibility among over 1,000 employees across key sectors.

A report by Delinea reveals a troubling rise in cyber attacks amid growing vulnerabilities in AI, highlighting that 97% of organisations expose non-human identities.

A new NCC Group report reveals a worrying 15% rise in ransomware attacks on UK emergency services, with over 5,263 incidents recorded in 2024.

As World Backup Day concludes, cybersecurity expert Sean Deuby stresses the importance of daily data protection practices to stave off severe business disruptions.

Lasso has unveiled an automated Red Teaming solution aimed at fortifying the security of Generative AI apps by simulating real-world cyber-attacks.

A recent Claroty report reveals that 89% of healthcare organisations have vulnerable Internet of Medical Things devices, exposing them to ransomware threats.

A new survey reveals a stark contrast in cybersecurity perceptions among Australian businesses, with security leaders overly confident while employees feel unprepared.

Kaspersky has uncovered a new strategy from the Fog ransomware gang, which now exposes victim IP addresses on the Dark Web, increasing vulnerability to attacks.

Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.

Google has announced an all-cash acquisition of Wiz for USD $32 billion, aiming to enhance its cloud security and multicloud capabilities.

As cyber attacks surge, the World Economic Forum warns of a widening skills gap, urging organisations to foster a culture of cyber hygiene for better security.

Microsoft has revealed a phishing scam targeting hotel owners on Booking.com, warning the tourism sector of rising cyber threats and significant financial risks.

Harmony Intelligence has raised USD $3 million to enhance AI-driven cyber defence technologies, tackling the surge of AI-enabled cyber threats.

A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.

A recent report reveals that nearly 23% of Australia's top hospitals lack basic cybersecurity measures, putting patients at risk of email fraud.