Identity Theft stories - Page 8
Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Kroll's latest report reveals the healthcare sector was the most targeted by data breaches in 2024, accounting for 23% of all incidents, surpassing finance.
Norton launches AI-powered scam protection globally
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Norton has unveiled its AI-powered Genie Scam Protection, enhancing its Cyber Safety products to tackle the surge in scams, now accounting for 90% of cyberthreats.
artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Artius.iD has appointed Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors, aiming to bolster cybersecurity for global financial institutions amid rising digital threats.
Rise in online dating scams concerns in New Zealand
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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A new Norton survey reveals alarming trends in online dating in New Zealand, with over half of users encountering scams on dating apps weekly.
Phishing campaign targets X accounts for crypto scams
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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Researchers at SentinelLabs have uncovered an active phishing campaign targeting high-profile X accounts to hijack credentials for cryptocurrency scams.
AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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A recent report reveals that criminals are increasingly employing artificial intelligence to enhance bank scams, making them harder to detect.
KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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encryption
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On Data Privacy Day, KnowBe4 offers vital tips for individuals and organisations to enhance data security and regain control over personal information.
Sophos reveals new Microsoft Teams-related threat campaigns
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Sophos X-Ops has uncovered two active cybercriminal campaigns exploiting Microsoft Office 365, with over 15 incidents reported in just three months.
Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Avast has launched its Secure Identity solution in 15 new countries, including the UK and Australia, in response to a surge in identity theft and data breaches.
New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.
Businesses must embrace forward-thinking cybersecurity solutions in 2025
Tue, 10th Dec 2024
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physical security
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quantum computing
As 2024 ends, businesses must prepare for turbulent shifts in cybersecurity, including AI's role and the threats posed by quantum computing.
Experts warn of AI-driven scams mimicking familiar voices
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Experts warn that AI technology is making scams more sophisticated, with deepfakes and vishing threatening personal information and finances.
Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.
Cybersecurity in 2025: AI threats & zero trust focus
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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cloud security
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phishing
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physical security
As 2025 approaches, cybersecurity experts warn of heightened threats from advanced AI and geopolitical tensions, urging organisations to innovate for resilience.
AI's evolving role in ANZ cybersecurity: 2025 outlook
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Vectra AI's 2025 predictions highlight the critical role of AI in cybersecurity for Australia and New Zealand, emphasising the need for measurable outcomes.
Cybercriminals target Olympic Games & concerts in 2024
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Cybercriminals are exploiting major events like the EUROs and Valentine's Day with phishing attacks, prompting warnings for heightened consumer vigilance.
Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals ransomware payments surged to USD $460 million, while mobile banking threats increased by 166% due to rising scams.
Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals a staggering rise in cyber threats, with ransomware payments hitting $460 million and mobile banking malware incidents soaring.
Gen's report reveals 614% surge in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks'
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Gen's latest threat report reveals a staggering 614% rise in 'Scam-Yourself Attacks' and highlights growing cybersecurity risks globally.
Vectra AI enhances platform with new Azure defences
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
Vectra AI has expanded its cybersecurity platform to enhance defences for Microsoft Azure, adding over 40 new attacker behaviour detections amid rising threats.