Dark web stories - Page 3
A good part of the Internet is invisible to regular browsers and known as the deep web; a component of the deep web is the dark web, content which relies on the internet but isn’t available to regular browsers. While the dark web is used for legitimate purposes by businesses and other private networks, it is also commonly associated with the less salubrious aspects of the internet including criminal activity. Accessing the dark web is generally accomplished with specific software and configurations including ‘onion’ browsers the best known of which is probably Tor (The Onion Router).

From deepfakes to ransomware: The key trends which will shape IT security in 2025
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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endpoint protection
As Australia braces for 2025, key IT security trends like deepfakes and ransomware require organisations to adapt swiftly to emerging threats.

Cybercriminals mirror Black Friday with dark market deals
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
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defi
Bitdefender has unveiled how cybercriminals mimic festive shopping habits, accessing dark markets for illicit goods, from fake IDs to narcotics.

Boxphish acquires Trillion to boost cyber risk solutions
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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data analytics
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Boxphish has acquired Trillion, a dark web threat intelligence service, enhancing its cybersecurity offerings for organisations facing human-related cyber risks.

Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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physical security
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email security
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iam
Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.

Threat predictions for 2025: Get ready for bigger, bolder attacks
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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ddos
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ransomware
As cybercriminals gear up for 2025, expect bolder attacks and a shift towards more specialised, sophisticated threat tactics according to new predictions.

Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a significant rise in phishing attacks, accounting for 46% of incidents, amid increased cyber threats and ransomware activity.

Cybercriminals target shoppers with 38 million phishing scams
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Cybercriminals launched over 38 million phishing attacks in 2024, with a 25% rise in threats targeting online retailers amid Black Friday sales.

ESET unveils enhanced home security to combat identity theft
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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smartphones
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ransomware
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phishing
ESET has introduced ESET HOME Security, an enhanced solution designed to combat identity theft and provide robust protection against cyber threats.

Exploring the role & impact of bots in eCommerce
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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retailtech
In a new article, Shira Itzhaki from Forter examines the dual role of bots in eCommerce, highlighting the challenge of distinguishing harmful from helpful bots.

Accenture expands AI cybersecurity services & workforce
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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genai
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llms
Accenture has unveiled expanded generative AI-driven cybersecurity services to combat a staggering 223% rise in deepfake-related cyber threats.

Accenture enhances AI cybersecurity for Australia
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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it training
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supply chain & logistics
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genai
Accenture has expanded its generative-AI cybersecurity services to strengthen Australian businesses against a surge in advanced digital threats.

Bitsight acquires Cybersixgill for USD $115 million
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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threat intelligence
Bitsight has acquired threat intelligence provider Cybersixgill for USD $115 million, bolstering its cybersecurity capabilities amid rising cyber risks.

ReliaQuest warns of ongoing threat from credential abuse
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
ReliaQuest's new report reveals credential abuse is rampant, with alerts for compromised accounts reaching 75% of all issues reported in Q3 2024.

OpenText report reveals Australia's top ransomware threats
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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ransomware
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breach prevention
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ai
OpenText Cybersecurity's report highlights six major ransomware threats targeting Australian infrastructure, with LockBit and Akira at the forefront.

Altia launches OSINT Investigator to enhance digital probes
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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risk & compliance
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open source
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data privacy
Nottingham's Altia unveils OSINT Investigator, a software aimed at transforming law enforcement investigations amid a surge in digital data.

Canadian & Turkish authorities arrest cybercriminal duo
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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saas
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ransomware
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cloud security
Canadian and Turkish authorities have arrested two cybercriminals linked to a global campaign that compromised data from over 100 organisations.

Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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malware
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gaming
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advanced persistent threat protection
Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.

Norton report warns UK shoppers of holiday cyber risks
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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email security
Shoppers in the UK are advised to remain vigilant over holiday discounts, as a report reveals soaring risks of digital identity theft amid festive deals.

Finnish Customs dismantle dark web marketplace Sipulitie
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
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collaboration
Finnish Customs, alongside international law enforcement, has dismantled the Sipulitie dark web marketplace notorious for narcotics sales, marking a significant victory.

Dark web sees surge in pricey software exploit listings
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
Kaspersky has identified 547 dark web listings for software vulnerability exploits from January 2023 to September 2024, with average prices hitting $100,000.