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Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics
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Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics

Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by the Lazarus group targeting cryptocurrency investors, employing social engineering and zero-day exploits.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Titans of Tech - Pieter Danhieux of Secure Code Warrior
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Titans of Tech - Pieter Danhieux of Secure Code Warrior

Pieter Danhieux, CEO of Secure Code Warrior, transformed his passion for cybersecurity into a global mission, reshaping secure coding for 600+ clients worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
JFrog exposes vulnerabilities in machine learning platforms
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JFrog exposes vulnerabilities in machine learning platforms

JFrog's pioneering research reveals critical security vulnerabilities in machine learning platforms, exposing risks like hidden malicious code and inadequate authentication.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024
AI-driven cyber threats dominate new Palo Alto Networks report
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AI-driven cyber threats dominate new Palo Alto Networks report

Palo Alto Networks' '2024 Unit 42 Report' reveals rising cybersecurity threats driven by AI, with sectors like insurance and pharmaceuticals facing heightened vulnerabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Report reveals sharp rise in mobile & IoT security risks
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Report reveals sharp rise in mobile & IoT security risks

Verizon's 2024 Mobile Security Index highlights a surge in mobile device risks with 85% reporting increased threats; critical infrastructure and IoT devices are most vulnerable.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Appdome boosts fraud detection with new geo-compliance features
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Appdome boosts fraud detection with new geo-compliance features

Appdome enhances its Geo-Fraud Detection with Geo-Location Fencing and Geo DeSync Attack Detection, aiding developers in meeting compliance and thwarting location-based fraud.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Understanding and defending against the dangers of using open-source software
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Understanding and defending against the dangers of using open-source software

As more businesses embrace open-source software for its affordability, experts warn of significant risks, including vulnerabilities and unverified code provenance.

By Craig Searle • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Sonatype launches SBOM Manager to enhance software security
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Sonatype launches SBOM Manager to enhance software security

Sonatype releases its SBOM Manager, a crucial tool to help organisations track and manage software components.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
SaaS security breaches escalate, fuelling urgent defences push
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SaaS security breaches escalate, fuelling urgent defences push

Cloud SaaS applications face increasing cyber-attacks, with breaches quadrupling in a year due to identity factors, highlighting urgent security needs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Runtime security challenges for geo-distributed businesses
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Runtime security challenges for geo-distributed businesses

A new report finds 85% of container developers experienced cyber incidents related to containers or Kubernetes within the last year.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Cybersecurity failures costing UK firms GBP £10 billion annually
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Cybersecurity failures costing UK firms GBP £10 billion annually

Research by Panaseer reveals UK firms suffer GBP £10 billion losses annually due to cybersecurity control failures, highlighting urgent challenges for security leaders.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Turning uncertainty into a power: How threat hunters can benefit from productive paranoia
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Turning uncertainty into a power: How threat hunters can benefit from productive paranoia

As economic and cyber threats rise, European IT professionals embrace 'productive paranoia' to enhance security through human intelligence and AI.

By Matt Ellison • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise
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UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise

Research by Appdome reveals that 41% of UK consumers have faced mobile fraud, highlighting urgent security concerns as they shift towards app-based transactions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Protecting human & non-human identities in cybersecurity
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Protecting human & non-human identities in cybersecurity

Cybersecurity leaders stress the urgent need to address AI-driven threats to both human and non-human identities amidst rising cyber attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
Australian firms facing significant AI readiness gap
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Australian firms facing significant AI readiness gap

Despite strong investment, Australian firms face a significant AI readiness gap, with only 35% feeling prepared for AI projects now.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Fortinet partners with Temasek Polytechnic for cybersecurity training
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Fortinet partners with Temasek Polytechnic for cybersecurity training

Fortinet partners with Temasek Polytechnic to bolster Singapore's cybersecurity workforce, integrating top-notch training into TP's curriculum amidst a global skills shortage.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
IPI launches ElasticCX Service Recovery for contact centres
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IPI launches ElasticCX Service Recovery for contact centres

IPI unveils ElasticCX Service Recovery, a cloud-based solution aimed at enhancing Contact Centre resilience against IT outages, security breaches, and planned upgrades.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2024
One in four Australian businesses impacted by deepfake incidents
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One in four Australian businesses impacted by deepfake incidents

Almost 25% of Australian businesses faced deepfake incidents last year, highlighting the growing threat of AI-powered cyber-attacks, says ISMS.online.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024