Data theft stories - Page 5
Malicious memes: How cybercriminals use humour to spread malware
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Cybercriminals exploit viral memes to spread malware and phishing attacks, using humour to bypass defences and target millions online in Australia and beyond.
Harrods cyber attack spotlights retailer risk amid cutbacks
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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The recent cyber attack on Harrods highlights rising cyber threats to retailers, linked to economic pressures potentially weakening security defences.
Zero-day hackers shift focus to enterprise tech in Google's report
Thu, 1st May 2025
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Google's GTIG reports 75 zero-day exploits in 2024, highlighting a rising threat to enterprise tech despite a slight overall decrease from 2023.
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.
Akamai expands partner security programmes for enhanced API defence
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Akamai updates its Security Certified Service Provider schemes, enabling partners to enhance delivery and support for API security and Guardicore Segmentation.
Rising threats to influencers as cyber attacks escalate
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Bitdefender reports a dramatic rise in cybercrime targeting social media influencers, uncovering over 9,000 malicious livestreams on YouTube in 2024.
World Backup Day highlights rise in ransomware incidents
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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On World Backup Day, Apricorn warns of rising ransomware threats as incidents surged 11% in 2024, stressing the dire need for secure data backups.
Ransomware attacks rise 50% in February, Cl0p leads surge
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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Ransomware attacks surged by 50% in February, totalling 886 incidents, with cyber gang Cl0p responsible for 37%, according to NCC Group's report.
Rise in cyberattacks using legitimate RMM tools noted
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Proofpoint researchers have reported a surge in cybercriminals using remote monitoring tools like ScreenConnect in email attacks, marking a shift in tactics post-2024.
Dark web leak: 2.3 million bank cards exposed online
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Kaspersky has revealed that 2.3 million bank cards have been leaked on the dark web due to infostealer malware, highlighting the rising cybersecurity threat.
Trojan banker attacks on Android rise 196% in 2024
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Kaspersky's latest report reveals a staggering 196% spike in smartphone malware attacks in 2024, with Trojan banker incidents tripling compared to last year.
Cybercriminals adapt strategies to evade stronger defences
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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A recent report by Arctic Wolf reveals cybercriminals are evolving their tactics, with 96% of ransomware cases now involving data theft to maximise ransom pressure.
New SparkCat Trojan targets AppStore & Google Play users
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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supply chain
Kaspersky has uncovered a new Trojan, SparkCat, that stealthily steals sensitive data from app users by scanning image galleries on AppStore and Google Play.
Bitdefender warns of cyber campaign in Central Asia, Europe
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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Bitdefender has warned of a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign by UAC-0063 targeting government entities across Central Asia and Europe, amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Android users targeted by fake wedding invitation malware
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Cybersecurity experts from Kaspersky have uncovered a nefarious scheme targeting Android users, with a malware disguised as wedding invitations stealing sensitive data.
Sophos acquires Secureworks for USD $859 million
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.
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.
Malware targets newcomers with Trojan disguised as tool
Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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CloudSEK has revealed a cyber threat impacting over 18,000 devices worldwide, targeting novice cybersecurity users with a malicious XWorm Remote Access Trojan builder.
Google report reveals rising cloud data security threats
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Google Cloud Security's latest report reveals a surge in cloud data threats, with actors refining tactics for data exfiltration and identity exploitation.
Sophos warns of rising threats exploiting Office 365 tools
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Sophos researchers have uncovered two active campaigns targeting firms via Microsoft Office 365 and remote tools, triggering a surge in data theft and ransomware incidents.