Threat actors stories - Page 9

On World Password Day, experts urge moving beyond strong passwords to layered security, including MFA and AI, as 79% of attacks now bypass malware.

Silent Push launches upgraded Threat Intelligence Management with Feed Scanner interface to boost enterprises' early cyber threat detection and response.

Organisations must advance password security with AI-driven methods and blockchain tech to meet tougher regulations and combat sophisticated cyber threats.

ETSI has launched a new technical specification to bolster cybersecurity for AI systems, setting standards to protect users and guide global AI security practices.

Rapid7 launches Intelligence Hub, a curated threat intelligence platform designed to help security teams prioritise and respond to alerts efficiently within existing workflows.

A new report reveals that 90% of IT leaders faced cyberattacks in 2024, with nearly one fifth enduring over 25 breaches amid growing cloud vulnerabilities.

Expel expands its managed detection and response service to tackle email threats, integrating with Proofpoint, Abnormal Security, and Sublime Security.

Concerns rise as MITRE's contract to manage the CVE vulnerability database nears expiry, risking disruption to global cybersecurity infrastructure.

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.

As World Backup Day concludes, cybersecurity expert Sean Deuby stresses the importance of daily data protection practices to stave off severe business disruptions.

Elastic Security Labs has unveiled SHELBY, a sophisticated malware family linked to phishing attacks against an Iraqi telecom firm, raising security alarms.

Trustwave warns that the increasing digitalisation of healthcare exposes critical vulnerabilities that could threaten patient lives, as detailed in new reports.

A recent Bitdefender report reveals February 2025 as the worst month for ransomware, with victims rising 126% to 962, including a notable impact on Australia.

The persistent threat of Medusa ransomware continues to alarm global organisations, as new advisories highlight the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

A newly discovered botnet, consisting of over 130,000 compromised devices, is targeting Microsoft 365 accounts with password spraying attacks, linked to China-based actors.

The FBI and CISA have alerted organisations to increased cyber threats from China's Ghost ransomware group, affecting over 70 countries through outdated software.

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.

Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.

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

Logpoint has partnered with Icelandic firm Netheimur to bolster cybersecurity in Iceland, introducing its SIEM system for enhanced threat detection across sectors.