Cyber Threats stories - Page 1
Australian survey reveals risky passwords & distrust of AI
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
A survey of 1,000 Australians reveals risky password reuse and widespread distrust of AI agents in digital experiences, raising cyber security concerns.
Veeam & HPE deepen partnership to boost enterprise data resilience
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virtualisation
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data protection
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dr
Veeam and HPE strengthen partnership with integrated solutions to enhance data resilience and recovery for enterprises across hybrid and private clouds.
Most firms unprepared for rising supply chain cyber threats
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
A SecurityScorecard survey reveals 88% of cybersecurity leaders worry about supply chain risks, yet most firms lack effective active defence measures.
Three-quarters of building systems exposed to cyber risks
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
Research reveals 75% of Building Management Systems face cyber vulnerabilities, with 51% insecurely online, risking critical infrastructure across sectors.
Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost MDR speed & accuracy
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
Rapid7 has introduced agentic AI workflows to its MDR platform, boosting SOC speed and accuracy by automating investigations and enhancing threat response.
UK IT leaders move away from US clouds over sovereignty fears
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hyperscale
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cloud security
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edge computing
Over half of UK IT leaders plan to reduce reliance on US-based cloud providers, citing growing concerns over data sovereignty and regulatory control.
Alexi launches private cloud AI to boost data privacy for law firms
Yesterday
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data protection
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private cloud
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encryption
Alexi launches Private Cloud AI to enhance data privacy and compliance for North American law firms, offering tailored, secure AI environments for legal teams.
Canadians lose trust after data breaches, with AI seen as risky
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digital transformation
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biometrics
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advanced persistent threat protection
Nearly 8 in 10 Canadians would stop using a company after a data breach, with many seeing AI as a risk to their personal data and trust.
Beyond the legacy: Rethinking SIEMs in an age of cyber escalation
2 days ago
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Legacy SIEM systems struggle against rising cyber threats, prompting firms to embrace AI-driven security for faster, smarter defence and improved resilience.
HPE & Veeam expand partnership for hybrid cloud resilience
2 days ago
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virtualisation
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
HPE and Veeam have expanded their partnership to enhance hybrid cloud data resilience with integrated backup, migration, and cyber threat readiness solutions.
UK consumers wary of AI but persist with risky password habits
3 days ago
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data protection
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
UK consumers remain wary of AI handling their data, yet 16% still use the same password across all accounts, risking identity fraud despite security concerns.
Viatel acquires Cybit Cyber NI unit to boost security services
3 days ago
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
Viatel expands cybersecurity services across Ireland and the UK by acquiring Cybit Cyber's Belfast-based unit, enhancing protection for mid-market and enterprise clients.
Australian firms face surge in AI cyber threats amid skill gaps
3 days ago
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malware
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firewalls
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ransomware
Australian firms report a sharp rise in AI-powered cyber attacks, with over half facing more complex threats amid cybersecurity skill shortages and limited budgets.
Why privacy is everyone’s business in 2025 - and what you can do about it
4 days ago
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data protection
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ransomware
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mfa
In 2025, privacy is everyone's responsibility as Australian businesses face rising data breaches, emphasising training, multi-factor authentication, and cyber resilience.
Australia faces surge in AI-powered cyber threats & espionage
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malware
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ransomware
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digital transformation
Australia faces a rise in AI-driven cyber threats and state-sponsored espionage, calling for stronger defences and intelligence-led cybersecurity strategies.
UK firms warned of risks in relying on outdated technology
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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mfa
UK firms relying on outdated legacy systems risk security breaches, inefficiencies, and missed growth, warns Essenkay amid rising cyber threats and economic pressures.
Cloudflare thwarts record 7.3 Tbps DDoS attack with automation
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firewalls
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ddos
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network security
Cloudflare blocked a record 7.3 Tbps DDoS attack targeting a client, marking the largest ever publicly disclosed, using its fully automated global defence system.
Abacus Group expands global cybersecurity with Entara acquisition
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advanced persistent threat protection
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multi-cloud
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ai
Abacus Group has acquired managed security firm Entara, boosting its global cybersecurity services with AI-driven incident response for financial clients.
ReliaQuest report exposes rise of social engineering cyber threats
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
ReliaQuest reveals surge in social engineering cyber threats, with ClickFix tactics and ransomware group shifts raising new security challenges in 2025.
Securonix & Prophecy join forces to streamline SIEM security data
Last week
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siem
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Securonix and Prophecy have partnered to integrate Snare Suite with Securonix’s platform, boosting security data intake and threat detection across hybrid IT systems.