Cyber Threat stories - Page 53

Claroty has been named a Leader in the inaugural Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, recognising its exceptional capabilities among 17 vendors.

Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, marking a significant achievement in cyber-physical security.

BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.

Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.

Gen's Q4 2024 Threat Report reveals a staggering 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked, with 321 threats emerging every second, highlighting alarming trends in online fraud.

Leading partners are leveraging NVIDIA's cybersecurity AI to bolster protection for critical infrastructure, confronting emerging AI-era threats head-on.

CrowdStrike has unveiled Charlotte AI Detection Triage, an advanced tool aimed at revolutionising security operations with over 98% accuracy and reduced manual hours.

ReliaQuest's new report reveals a worrying 24% rise in ransomware attacks on the manufacturing sector, impacting 624 companies between August 2024 and January 2025.

The US, UK, and Australia have imposed sanctions on Russian hosting provider Zservers, intensifying efforts to combat ransomware facilitated by the LockBit group.

A new study by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeover attempts, driven by a surge in sophisticated brute force tactics.

A Gartner survey reveals only 14% of security leaders can secure data assets while supporting business goals, highlighting critical vulnerabilities.

As ransomware threats escalate, organisations must fortify themselves with strategies like advanced threat detection and phishing education to safeguard operations.

The National Cyber Security Centre has unveiled new guidelines for IoT manufacturers, while Akamai launches its Defenders' Guide 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.

Kaspersky has uncovered a new Trojan, SparkCat, that stealthily steals sensitive data from app users by scanning image galleries on AppStore and Google Play.

Companies of all sizes must dispel cybersecurity myths that jeopardise data, warns IDS-INDATA, as cyberattacks become increasingly prevalent.

DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has surged to 3 million downloads in Australia, prompting concerns over data privacy, national security and misuse.

A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.

Arctic Wolf has announced the completion of its acquisition of Blackberry's Cylance, integrating its advanced security capabilities into the Aurora platform.

Verizon Business has appointed Mark Trumble as Head of Cybersecurity Sales for the Asia-Pacific region, bolstering its commitment to combat rising cyber threats.

Australian businesses are urged to contribute to the Voluntary Data Classification Framework, aiming to enhance data security and mitigate cyber risks.