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Kaspersky reports 135% rise in crypto-drainer discussions
Malware

Kaspersky reports 135% rise in crypto-drainer discussions

Kaspersky's research reveals a staggering 135% rise in dark web discussions about crypto-drainers between 2022 and 2024, signalling growing cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn
Phishing

Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn

As the festive season approaches, experts warn of rising cyber threats, urging organisations and individuals to strengthen their digital defences during this vulnerable period.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Global Internet traffic up 17% in Cloudflare's 2024 review
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Global Internet traffic up 17% in Cloudflare's 2024 review

Cloudflare's 2024 Year in Review reveals a 17% rise in global Internet traffic, with Google maintaining its top service status for the third year running.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
iProov shares digital identity trends set to shape the future of trust
Data Privacy

iProov shares digital identity trends set to shape the future of trust

iProov forecasts that by 2025, deepfake technology will threaten news integrity and financial markets, prompting urgent calls for stronger identity verification.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
KnowBe4 report finds rise in HR & IT email phishing
Ransomware

KnowBe4 report finds rise in HR & IT email phishing

KnowBe4's Q3 2024 Phishing Report reveals HR and IT emails dominate phishing attempts, with QR code scams on the rise, exploiting user trust.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
HiTRUST focuses on balancing security with user experience
Customer Experience

HiTRUST focuses on balancing security with user experience

HiTRUST highlights the need for a balance between online security and user experience in digital payments, as businesses face increasing pressures in this sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Study finds 53% of paid Android VPNs leak user data
Data Protection

Study finds 53% of paid Android VPNs leak user data

A study by Top10VPN.com reveals over 50% of paid Android VPN apps leak user data, highlighting significant security flaws in popular services.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Bad bot evolution: AI bots challenge online security measures
Artificial Intelligence

Bad bot evolution: AI bots challenge online security measures

Researchers at Barracuda report that evolving AI bots, termed 'grey bots', are increasingly challenging online security by mimicking human behaviour.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Digital future: Domain names to dominate in 2025 tech shift
Phishing

Digital future: Domain names to dominate in 2025 tech shift

As the digital landscape reshapes by 2025, insights from Identity Digital reveal a growing trend of content creators reclaiming control through domain ownership.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Mike Nawrocki joins Jumio as new Chief Revenue Officer
Biometrics

Mike Nawrocki joins Jumio as new Chief Revenue Officer

Jumio has appointed Mike Nawrocki as Chief Revenue Officer, bringing over 25 years of sales leadership to enhance its identity verification solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics
Crypto

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

Stories from Other Regions

Online security stories

Australians warned of '12 scams of Christmas' fraud risk
Email Security

Australians warned of '12 scams of Christmas' fraud risk

As the festive season approaches, Australians are urged to defend against a rise in online scams that exploit holiday shopping trends, warns AUCyber.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Avast warns of rise in fake shops targeting New Zealanders
Email Security

Avast warns of rise in fake shops targeting New Zealanders

Avast warns of a surge in fake online shops targeting New Zealanders, with nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites identified as the holiday shopping season nears.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Public anxiety over AI-driven cyber threats rising
Phishing

Public anxiety over AI-driven cyber threats rising

A study reveals that 61% of the public fear cybercrime, particularly from AI threats, with generational gaps in concern highlighted amid rising anxiety.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
ExpressVPN signs partnership with Tottenham Hotspur FC
Online security

ExpressVPN signs partnership with Tottenham Hotspur FC

ExpressVPN has entered a two-year partnership with Tottenham Hotspur, becoming the club's exclusive Official Digital Privacy Partner, enhancing fan security.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024
One in eight in UK faces online account security breaches
Breach Prevention

One in eight in UK faces online account security breaches

A study by Thales reveals that one in eight UK residents has faced online account breaches, highlighting a significant lack of cybersecurity awareness.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Cyber Smart Week 2024: Kiwis urged to secure their digital footprint
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Smart Week 2024: Kiwis urged to secure their digital footprint

Cert NZ's Cyber Smart Week has returned, aiming to strengthen New Zealand's cyber resilience amid rising online threats, urging Kiwis and SMEs to adopt stronger security.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
How we can help younger Australians tackle cybersecurity challenges
Phishing

How we can help younger Australians tackle cybersecurity challenges

This October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, highlighting younger Australians' struggles with online safety amid rising frustration and disengagement.

By Matthew Salier • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024