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Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group

Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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Bitdefender has identified a new ransomware group named RedCurl, which has operated discreetly since 2018, utilising advanced cyber mercenary tactics.
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Experts discuss Netflix miniseries Zero Day cyber themes

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Netflix's new miniseries Zero Day, starring Robert De Niro as a former president, ignites debate among experts over its portrayal of cyber warfare.
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Check Point report reveals 44% rise in cyber-attacks

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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Check Point Software Technologies' latest report reveals a staggering 44% rise in global cyber-attacks, highlighting a dangerous evolution of ransomware and AI-driven threats.
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Cybersecurity predictions warn of AI, quantum threats ahead

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Cybersecurity experts warn of rising threats, predicting a NotPetya-like incident due to AI, quantum advancements, and increased geopolitical tensions.
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UK warned of cyber threats from China-backed Volt Typhoon

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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The UK faces increasing cyber threats from China-backed group Volt Typhoon, jeopardising critical infrastructure and national security, warns Certes.
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Cybersecurity warning issued over Iranian infrastructure threats

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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A coalition of global agencies warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting emerging tactics and unresolved vulnerabilities.
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BlackBerry report finds NHS & schools hit by surge in malware

Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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BlackBerry's latest Global Threat Intelligence Report reveals a 53% surge in malware, with 11,500 daily samples blocked.
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UK public worries cyber warfare will be next major conflict

Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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Over 70% of the UK public see cyber warfare as imminent, with new research showing growing concern about cyberspace becoming the next battleground.
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Zero Trust study highlights rising concern over identity security

Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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Identities top the list of priority risks for organisations' Zero Trust strategies, reveals a global study by Entrust, highlighting a shift from compliance to pre-emptive security efforts.
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UK IT leaders doubt government's ability to prevent cyberwarfare

Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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Over half of the UK's IT leaders lack faith in the government's ability to defend against cyber warfare, according to a new report by cybersecurity firm Armis.
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CrowdStrike to acquire Flow Security in cloud data security shake-up

Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity heavyweight, plans to acquire Flow Security, intensifying its leadership in cloud security and pioneering a platform that protects data in all states.
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Check Point unveils 2024 Security Report, highlighting AI's role in cybersecurity

Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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Check Point's 2024 Security Report unveils a 90% increase in ransomware attacks and the vital role AI is playing in countering these evolving cyber threats.
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Cyber attacks double, utilities & manufacturing hardest hit

Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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Armis's report shows cyber attacks globally doubled in 2023, with utilities and manufacturing sectors the hardest hit.
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2024 cybersecurity shifts to be driven by AI & APIs

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Karl Mattson from Noname Security, predicts geopolitical conflict, AI disruption, and API regulation will shape a seismic 2024 cybersecurity landscape.
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AI's pivotal role in cybersecurity valued at $60.6bn by 2028

Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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Artificial intelligence is set to revolutionise cybersecurity with predicted global market growth to $60.6 billion by 2028.
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Cyberint report explores digital dynamics of Israel-Hamas, Russia-Ukraine conflicts

Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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Cyberint releases report on digital warfare trends in Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine conflicts, highlighting increased hacktivism.
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Military cyber security market to reach $7.2 billion by 2029

Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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Surge predicted in military cyber security market, poised to reach a significant $7.2bn by 2029, according to figures from Adroit Market Research.
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Check Point forecasts rising AI-enabled cyberthreats for 2024

Thu, 19th Oct 2023
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Cybersecurity firm Check Point has warned of an upswing in AI-powered cybercrime and state-sponsored hacktivism in 2024.
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Former Northrop Grumman Executive Joins QuSecure Leadership Team

Wed, 15th Mar 2023
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QuSecure has named former Northrop Grumman executive Aaron Moore as EVP, Head of Engineering to lead its engineering and software development.
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Trellix appoints Joseph Tal to Lead Advanced Research Center

Tue, 14th Mar 2023
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Trellix, a cybersecurity firm, has appointed Joseph Tal to lead its Advanced Research Center globally and act as general manager for its Israel office.