Cyber Threat stories - Page 36

The US, UK, and Australia have imposed sanctions on Russian hosting provider Zservers, intensifying efforts to combat ransomware facilitated by the LockBit group.

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.

A Gartner survey reveals only 14% of security leaders can secure data assets while supporting business goals, highlighting critical vulnerabilities.

As ransomware threats escalate, organisations must fortify themselves with strategies like advanced threat detection and phishing education to safeguard operations.

The National Cyber Security Centre has unveiled new guidelines for IoT manufacturers, while Akamai launches its Defenders' Guide 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.

Kaspersky has uncovered a new Trojan, SparkCat, that stealthily steals sensitive data from app users by scanning image galleries on AppStore and Google Play.

Companies of all sizes must dispel cybersecurity myths that jeopardise data, warns IDS-INDATA, as cyberattacks become increasingly prevalent.

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

Arctic Wolf has announced the completion of its acquisition of Blackberry's Cylance, integrating its advanced security capabilities into the Aurora platform.

Fortinet has launched its next-generation FortiGate G series firewalls, designed to tackle evolving cyber threats while enhancing efficiency and performance.

Mandiant and the Android Security Team have partnered to enhance tools that detect concealed malware in Android applications, bolstering user safety.

ReliaQuest has unveiled its groundbreaking agentic AI Agent, automating cybersecurity tasks 20 times faster and improving accuracy by 30% for over 1,000 enterprises.

AttackIQ has acquired DeepSurface to enhance its cybersecurity services, aiming to improve risk management and bolster protections against cyber threats.

Kaspersky has upgraded its Threat Lookup service with AI-driven summaries, enabling cybersecurity teams to efficiently gather data on threats and actors.

Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, solidifying its position as a top cybersecurity provider with enhanced comprehensive services.

Sophos has acquired Secureworks for USD $859 million, enhancing its Managed Detection and Response services for over 28,000 global organisations.

A record 5,263 ransomware attacks were documented in 2024, according to NCC Group, raising serious concerns over cyber security vulnerabilities worldwide.

Arctic Wolf has acquired BlackBerry's Cylance to boost its Aurora platform, integrating advanced AI-driven security capabilities for enhanced endpoint protection.

IBM and Palo Alto Networks highlight that fragmented cybersecurity solutions can cost companies up to 5% of annual revenue, urging firms to adopt integrated platforms.

With Data Privacy Day on the horizon, experts stress the urgent need for organisations to bolster data protection amid rising cyber threats and evolving technologies.