Identity Theft stories - Page 2
Vectra AI enhances platform with new Azure defences
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Vectra AI has expanded its cybersecurity platform to enhance defences for Microsoft Azure, adding over 40 new attacker behaviour detections amid rising threats.
Google Cloud warns of AI escalation in cyber threats by 2025
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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Google Cloud's 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast warns of rising AI-driven threats and highlights the need for enhanced security measures in the JAPAC region.
Experts urge vigilance against growing digital fraud risks
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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Experts warn that rising digitalisation fuels fraud, with AI aiding cybercriminals, prompting calls for robust security and real-time threat response.
ReliaQuest warns of ongoing threat from credential abuse
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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ReliaQuest's new report reveals credential abuse is rampant, with alerts for compromised accounts reaching 75% of all issues reported in Q3 2024.
Join the fight against cyber crime: Enrol in Cyber Wardens training for free
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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Small businesses facing increased cyber threats can now access free training through COSBOA's Cyber Wardens program to enhance their security skills.
Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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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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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.
ReliaQuest links manufacturing breach to Scattered Spider
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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An investigation by ReliaQuest reveals a significant cyber intrusion on a manufacturing firm, attributed to Scattered Spider, amid rising ransomware threats.
AI cyberattacks on retailers rise ahead of holiday season
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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Imperva reveals that online retailers face a staggering average of 569,884 AI-driven cyberattacks daily as the holiday shopping season approaches.
Identity theft affects 13% of Australians, says Norton
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Thirteen per cent of Australians have fallen victim to identity theft, highlighting urgent concerns over financial stability and mental health, says Norton.
Akamai reveals cybercrime's impact on UK mental health
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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New research reveals a 'cybercrime mental health crisis' in the UK, with victims losing an average of GBP £808 and suffering severe emotional distress.
Cyber threats to 2024 US election identified by Fortinet
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs warns of rising cyber threats ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, targeting voters and electoral processes.
Three phases in the evolving Australian business conversation about resilience
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Many Australian organisations can mark down 2024 as the year that IT resilience was elevated from a technology to a whole-of-business and whole-of-customer-journey conversation.
Deepfake scams cost Australian businesses millions, research reveals
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Research by Mastercard reveals deepfake scams have targeted 36% of Australians, resulting in millions in losses, with many unaware they're victims.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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As Cybersecurity Awareness Month arrives, experts warn of a looming 1.5 million shortfall in cybersecurity professionals by 2025 in India, sparking urgent action.
Deepfake scams target 29% of New Zealanders, costing millions
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Research by Mastercard reveals nearly a third of New Zealanders and 18% of businesses have fallen victim to deepfake scams, costing millions over the past year.
Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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A new survey reveals that Australians using illegal streaming sites are three times more likely to fall victim to cybercrime, sparking health concerns.
Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack
Mon, 7th Oct 2024
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An Auckland man fears identity theft after personal details were stolen from Bloom Hearing Specialists, who kept his data for over six years.
Homebuyers warned as property scams surge in spring season
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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Amid a surge in property-related scams, InfoTrack advises caution during this spring’s busy real estate season. Buyers are urged to bolster cyber security.
Most Britons worry over control of personal data online
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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A Ping Identity survey reveals that 75% of Britons feel they lack control over their online data, fuelling concerns over privacy, fraud, and identity theft.