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The Q2 spike seems to have been short-lived as DDoS activity returns to ‘normal’ levels over Q3, with 73% fewer attacks than seen in the previous quarter.

New research shows that 95% of enterprises admit their technology innovations fail before launch, and having a CISO can aid in the success of the project.

Investment in cybersecurity remains a priority for SMBs and enterprises despite overall IT budget cuts, according to a report by Kaspersky.

Cryptomining is a growing threat to SMBs in Southeast Asia, with 1.7 million mining malware threats detected by Kaspersky in H1 2020.

'Red tape' is the main barrier for cybersecurity initiatives in the industrial sector, according to a new report by Kaspersky.

‘Unconscious incompetence’ is one of the most difficult issues to identify and solve with security awareness training.

Nearly half of consumers share streaming service accounts with housemates, says a new Kaspersky report, despite worries about digital security.

The dedicated program reportedly helps institutions become better equipped at understanding the latest and most prevalent industrial cybersecurity threats.

Kaspersky uncovers zero-day exploits in Windows OS and Internet Explorer used in targeted attack, prompting security patches.

DDoS attacks have tripled YoY in Q2 2020, according to a report by Kaspersky. Experts attribute the rise to the impact of COVID-19.

33% of millennials think they are 'too boring' for a cyber-attack, but 36% want to strengthen their digital security, says Kaspersky.

Kaspersky has combined three of its security solutions into one single offering, designed for medium businesses.

Cybercriminals are using legitimate web analytics platforms like Google Analytics to steal credit card details and personal information.

A Kaspersky study reveals APAC parents are more concerned about their children accessing their private online information than cybercriminals.

Cyber attacks on gaming platforms surged by 54% in April, as lockdowns boosted player numbers, with Minecraft being the most targeted game.

Kaspersky's study shows children have paid less attention to computer games in recent months, especially when compared to the period before the pandemic began.

A Kaspersky survey reveals 40% of APAC consumers have faced personal data breaches, with over half equally worried about physical and virtual safety.

Kaspersky's new Cyber Capacity Building Program offers training in IT infrastructure security assessment, debuting for government and academia in Q3 at no cost.

Despite the rise in sophisticated cyber-attacks during COVID-19, many consumers continue to practise risky password behaviours, Kaspersky reports.

Ransomware has become a big challenge for many organisations, despite the attack method not being the most advanced threat.