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Prominent spyware firm SpyX breached, exposing Apple users
Surveillance

Prominent spyware firm SpyX breached, exposing Apple users

A significant data breach at spyware firm SpyX has reportedly affected nearly two million individuals, including thousands of Apple users, raising serious concerns.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Global education sector unprepared for rising cyberattacks
Software-as-a-Service

Global education sector unprepared for rising cyberattacks

A report from KnowBe4 reveals educational institutions are ill-equipped to handle escalating cyber threats, becoming prime targets amid rising digital reliance.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Mar 2025
Protecting your business from insider threats: What you need to know
Data Protection

Protecting your business from insider threats: What you need to know

As businesses adopt new technologies, insider threats have surged, with 74% of firms feeling significantly vulnerable to potential attacks.

By Monica Makau • 6 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Verizon & Accenture partner to boost cybersecurity services
Digital Transformation

Verizon & Accenture partner to boost cybersecurity services

Verizon Business has teamed up with Accenture to enhance cybersecurity solutions for mid and large enterprises, tackling the rising threats in the digital landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Trend Micro unveils AI model to boost threat prevention
Firewalls

Trend Micro unveils AI model to boost threat prevention

Trend Micro has unveiled Trend Cybertron, a new cybersecurity AI set to transform threat prevention and risk management within its platform.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Entro Security integrates with Google Workspace for safety
Cloud Security

Entro Security integrates with Google Workspace for safety

Entro Security has unveiled a new integration with Google Workspace, enabling enhanced management of secrets and non-human identity risks in cloud applications.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
HITRUST report shows improved outcomes for 2025 with AI
Breach Prevention

HITRUST report shows improved outcomes for 2025 with AI

The latest HITRUST Trust Report reveals a drop in cyber incident rates to 0.59% in 2024, highlighting the efficacy of certification in enhancing security outcomes.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance
Ransomware

Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance

Kroll's latest report reveals the healthcare sector was the most targeted by data breaches in 2024, accounting for 23% of all incidents, surpassing finance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Semperis stresses risk for healthcare organisations amidst rising cyber threats
Ransomware

Semperis stresses risk for healthcare organisations amidst rising cyber threats

Following a ransomware attack on HCRG Care Group, Semperis' Jeff Wichman has highlighted the major risk for healthcare organisations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Businesses face growing threat from deepfake scams, Forrester warns
Breach Prevention

Businesses face growing threat from deepfake scams, Forrester warns

A Forrester Research report reveals that the rise of deepfake technology poses significant risks for businesses, with scams costing firms millions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
LockBit takedown reshapes ransomware threat landscape
Firewalls

LockBit takedown reshapes ransomware threat landscape

Secureworks' Counter Threat Unit reveals a marked shift in the ransomware landscape, with LockBit's influence waning amidst coordinated law enforcement efforts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
Data Protection

BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS

BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
CyberCX report reveals long detection time for espionage
Ransomware

CyberCX report reveals long detection time for espionage

CyberCX's 2025 Threat Report reveals troubling trends, with espionage detection times rising to over 400 days and ransomware incidents surging to 38%.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
DeepSeek breach highlights centralised AI vulnerabilities
Breach Prevention

DeepSeek breach highlights centralised AI vulnerabilities

DeepSeek faces a major data breach, leading experts to advocate for decentralised AI systems to enhance security and mitigate user data risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
DeepSeek data privacy concerns spark global AI debate
Breach Prevention

DeepSeek data privacy concerns spark global AI debate

Concerns over data privacy and security have intensified following the unprotected database breach linked to the DeepSeek AI programme, exposing sensitive user information.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
KnowBe4 report links cyber insurance to security needs
EduTech

KnowBe4 report links cyber insurance to security needs

KnowBe4 research reveals the average cost of a data breach rose to USD $4.88 million, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity strategies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

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Businesses urged to prioritise AI data security measures
Physical Security

Businesses urged to prioritise AI data security measures

CMTG has advised Australian businesses to assess privacy and data risks before integrating AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, as data protection becomes essential.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025