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Cyberattacks stories - Page 3

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Australian councils urged to adopt managed security services
Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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In light of rising cyberattacks, Australian councils are urged to consider Managed Security Service Providers essential for robust cybersecurity and public trust.
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Cyberattacks: A ticking time bomb for financial stability?
Mon, 14th Apr 2025
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The financial sector faces unprecedented cyber threats, with losses exceeding USD $12 billion in two decades, raising alarms over global economic stability.
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Market volatility & cyber threat increase amid US tariffs
Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Steve Vintz, Co-CEO of Tenable, warns that President Trump's tariffs could heighten cyberattack risks, urging firms to strengthen cybersecurity amid market volatility.
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Zscaler report urges shift from VPNs to Zero Trust
Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Zscaler's 2025 ThreatLabz VPN Risk Report reveals soaring VPN usage in Australia but warns of heightened security risks, urging a shift to Zero Trust architectures.
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Black Talon Security promotes Paul Murphy to growth role
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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Black Talon Security has elevated Paul Murphy to Chief Growth Officer, aiming to boost strategies and partnerships in the dental and healthcare sectors.
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Australian firms face rising security & travel challenges
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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International SOS warns that Australian businesses face escalating security threats in its 2025 Risk Outlook, with 65% globally reporting heightened risks.
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Exclusive: ThreatLocker's Danny Jenkins urges firms to block by default
Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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ThreatLocker’s CEO Danny Jenkins warns that 95% of firms neglect basic cybersecurity measures, risking devastating cyberattacks, urging a default block approach.
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Cyberattacks expose vulnerabilities in Aussie super funds
Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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A series of cyberattacks on Australia's superannuation funds has exposed critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities, sparking urgent national security concerns.
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Australian utilities face rising threat from cyberattacks
Mon, 7th Apr 2025
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Recent cyberattacks on water and electricity operators in the US and UK pose significant risks for Australian utilities, revealing vulnerabilities and urgent need for action.
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Five reasons why every business needs Windows 11
Mon, 7th Apr 2025
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As Windows 10 support will end in October 2025, businesses must upgrade to Windows 11 for enhanced security, stability, productivity, and lower IT costs.
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Semperis study reveals critical cyber threats to utilities
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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A study by Semperis reveals that 62% of UK and US water and electricity utilities were targeted by cyberattacks in the past year, raising serious alerts.
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Saviynt appoints Varma as India & SAARC Managing Director
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Saviynt has appointed Nitin Varma as Senior Vice President and Managing Director for India and SAARC, reinforcing its commitment to identity security solutions in the region.
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Evolving strategies essential amidst AI-driven cyber threats
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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As AI-driven cyber threats escalate, experts urge businesses to enhance backup strategies, emphasising the need for strong data protection against ransomware.
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UK cyber security bill under scrutiny for key omissions
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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The UK government has introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill aimed at strengthening national infrastructure, though experts warn it may lack key provisions.
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Australian councils urged to boost cyber threat training
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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Cyberattacks on Australian local councils are surging, with under half providing essential cybersecurity training, leaving systems vulnerable to breaches.
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Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.
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Cloud security in 2025: Why proactive defense is critical for zero-day exploits and legacy system risks
Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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As cybercrime threats spiral, with costs projected to reach USD $15.63 trillion by 2029, World Cloud Security Day highlights urgent cloud security measures.
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World Cloud Security Day: Genetec outlines best practices for cyber resilience
Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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Genetec has issued best practices to boost cyber resilience for organisations using cloud systems, amidst rising cyber threats ahead of World Cloud Security Day.
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Morphing Meerkat leads sophisticated phishing operation
Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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A new cyber threat, led by the actor known as Morphing Meerkat, is exploiting DNS records to launch sophisticated phishing attacks on over 100 brands.
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Boost your cybersecurity with a purpose-built backup appliance
Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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Following a severe ransomware attack, Casio highlights the urgent need for robust data security solutions, prompting the launch of Synology's ActiveProtect backup appliance.