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Cyberattacks expose weaknesses in UK retail & supply chains

Fri, 30th May 2025
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Recent cyberattacks targeting UK retailers and suppliers like M&S and Peter Green Chilled expose critical weaknesses in the nation's retail and supply chains.
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Fake AI social media ads spread malware to millions globally

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Vietnam-linked hackers have used fake AI ads on Facebook and LinkedIn to spread malware to millions globally, stealing sensitive data from users.
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Cloudflare, Microsoft & police disrupt global malware service

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Cloudflare and Microsoft, with global law enforcement, have disrupted LummaC2, a major malware service stealing data worldwide and used for cybercrime.
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BlackFog unveils AI update to detect dormant cyber attackers

Tue, 6th May 2025
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BlackFog updates its AI-powered platform to detect dormant cyber attackers by baseline activity, bolstering defences against advanced persistent and insider threats.
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Cequence enhances platform to protect agentic AI interactions

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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Cequence Security updates its UAP platform to secure agentic AI interactions, preventing unauthorised data access and enhancing control over AI-driven APIs.
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Cyber attack on M&S exposes UK food supply chain risks

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Marks & Spencer's recent cyber attack exposes vulnerabilities in the UK's food supply chain, prompting urgent calls for stronger cyber security measures.
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Sonatype updates Repository Firewall to target open-source malware

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Sonatype enhances Repository Firewall to proactively block open source malware, integrating Zscaler and supporting Docker and AI models for robust DevSecOps protection.
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CrowdStrike launches unified data protection for AI & cloud

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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CrowdStrike launches new Falcon Data Protection suite, offering real-time security for cloud, AI, endpoints, and SaaS to combat evolving cyber threats.
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Six cybersecurity trends you can't afford to ignore in 2025

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Vulnerability exploitation surged 34% in 2025, with edge devices targeted; enterprises must prioritise risk-based vulnerability management to combat rising cyber threats.
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Akamai launches firewall to protect enterprise AI from cyber threats

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Akamai launches Firewall for AI, a new security solution to protect AI applications from cyber threats like adversarial attacks and data scraping.
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Proofpoint unveils unified AI data security platform for enterprises

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Proofpoint has unveiled a unified data security platform combining DLP, DSPM and insider threat management to tackle growing data risks across cloud and AI services.
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Proofpoint unveils unified platforms to combat data & cyber risks

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Proofpoint launches two new cybersecurity platforms aimed at unifying threat protection and data security across multiple channels and environments.
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Bots surpass humans in online traffic, Thales reports

Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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A staggering 51% of all web traffic now comes from automated bots, with malicious activity on the rise, according to the 2025 Imperva Bad Bot Report by Thales.
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Researchers reveal data splicing attacks bypassing DLP

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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SquareX reveals data splicing attacks exploiting browser flaws to bypass major DLP solutions, risking corporate data loss and intellectual property theft.
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Fast Flux DNS tactics escalate cyber defence challenges

Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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The rise of Fast Flux DNS has empowered cybercriminals to evade detection more effectively, presenting significant challenges for security agencies in Australia.
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Sophos report highlights urgency of active cyber defence

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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A report by Sophos reveals that urgent action is needed against cyber threats, with attackers exploiting valid credentials for over half of breaches.
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Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.
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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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NetFoundry launches updated security platform for OT use

Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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NetFoundry unveils an enhanced operational technology security platform aimed at bolstering critical infrastructure protection across multiple environments.
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Rethinking data resilience on World Backup Day 2025

Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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As World Backup Day nears, experts stress that mere data backups are now inadequate amid rising cyber threats, urging a shift to robust resilience strategies.