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Hidden cyberattacks & ransom threats rising for NZ businesses

Most cyberattacks on New Zealand businesses go unreported, with NSP warning ransom payments are more common than widely known, exposing firms to hidden risks.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

New Zealand cyber defence firm wins top award amid daily attacks

New Zealand's cybersecurity firm DEFEND clinched Microsoft's Global Security Partner of the Year amid rising state-backed cyber attacks targeting local businesses daily.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Global Stories

Cyber attacks stories

Malware

Cybercriminals to weaponise AI & exploit open-source risks in 2026

In 2026, cybercriminals will exploit AI tools and open-source vulnerabilities, escalating ransomware threats with both noisy and stealthy tactics.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025

Firewalls

Automation to drive global cybercrime industrial age by 2026

Cybercrime will enter its 'industrial age' with AI and automation enabling faster, larger-scale attacks and a more organised underground economy, says Fortinet.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025

Data Protection

cside wins awards as browser threats drive web security focus

cside wins three industry awards for pioneering client-side web security as browser-based threats rise, challenging traditional protections and compliance efforts.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025

Ransomware

US, UK & Australia sanction Russian host over ransomware links

The US, UK and Australia have sanctioned Russian web-host Media Land and its leaders for aiding ransomware attacks via bulletproof hosting services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Malware

Barracuda's frontline predictions 2026: The battle for reality and control in a world of agentic AI

Barracuda predicts agentic AI will transform cybersecurity in 2026, highlighting risks like polymorphic malware and API misuse needing strict AI-focused protections.

By Rohit Aradhya • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Firewalls

Trouble on the edge: Resurgent vulnerabilities & edge devices

Resurgent vulnerabilities, often dormant then suddenly exploited, disproportionately threaten edge devices, complicating cyber defence and risking major breaches.

By Bob Rudis • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

AI-driven cyber threats & defences to reshape security by 2026

AI-driven cyber threats will transform security by 2026, with evolving attacks, multi-agent systems, and a reshaped role for Chief Information Security Officers.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Ransomware

Netcraft forecasts legacy system risks & advanced AI threats by 2026

Netcraft warns that legacy system vulnerabilities and advanced AI threats will intensify cybercrime in 2026, targeting industries and exploiting major events.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Multi-factor authentication

AI plus cyber security: The double-edged sword

AI is boosting cybercrime in Australia, with frauds mimicking government sites and cloning messages to steal funds amid rapid, unregulated adoption by businesses.

By Maria Padisetti • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Ransomware

Ransomware attacks surge in October with US and Europe the big drivers

Ransomware attacks surged 41% in October to 594 incidents, heavily targeting industrial, consumer, and healthcare sectors, mainly in North America and Europe.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Firewalls

AI-driven cyber attacks & deepfakes set to surge by 2026

AI-driven cyber attacks and deepfakes are set to surge by 2026, with experts warning of faster breaches and rising third-party risks challenging defenders.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Cyber attacks stories

Virtualisation

Exclusive: Synology's Thachawan Chinchanakarn on 2025 risks

Nearly 90% of Southeast Asian firms invest in digital transformation, yet many face cyber risks and data management challenges amid budget and expertise gaps.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025

Digital Transformation

Transforming operations one agent at a time but are you AI-ready?

As AI transforms operations, firms must ready their systems, data and workforce to harness its full potential and avoid costly security risks.

By Simon Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Supply Chain

How OSINT helps supply chain leaders map risk across borders

OSINT enables supply chain leaders to uncover hidden risks like forced labour and sanctions, ensuring ethical practices and regulatory compliance globally.

By Stuart Clarke • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CloudSEK partners Seed Group to bring AI cyber defences to GCC

CloudSEK partners with Dubai's Seed Group to offer AI-driven cybersecurity tools across the GCC, marking a key expansion into the Middle East market.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Disaster Recovery

Borderless CS boosts affordable 24/7 cyber security for SMBs

Borderless CS offers affordable 24/7 managed cybersecurity services to SMBs, providing expert protection against rising digital threats and compliance support.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025