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Hidden API in Comet AI browser exposes users to device takeovers
Malware

Hidden API in Comet AI browser exposes users to device takeovers

A hidden API in the Comet AI browser can let extensions execute commands and seize control of users' devices, raising serious security concerns.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Documentary reveals human side of defending critical infrastructure
Ransomware

Documentary reveals human side of defending critical infrastructure

Semperis's documentary, Midnight in the War Room, unveils the human stories behind defending vital infrastructure from global cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
Ransomware surge sees hackers demand up to USD $8.6 million
Ransomware

Ransomware surge sees hackers demand up to USD $8.6 million

Cybersecurity experts warn ransomware threats are surging, targeting cloud systems and exploiting human error, amid rising attacks in the UK and beyond.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
Broadcom forces VMware clients to roll back crucial updates
Firewalls

Broadcom forces VMware clients to roll back crucial updates

Broadcom forces VMware customers on expired support to roll back security updates, risking exposure to known vulnerabilities and increased cyberattack threats.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Sat, 10th May 2025
Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers
Email Security

Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers

Threat report shows that within the consumer threat landscape, a popular delivery technique is hiding ransomware payload in pirated content.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Google unveils AI-driven threat intelligence to streamline defences
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Google unveils AI-driven threat intelligence to streamline defences

Google debuts innovative AI-driven solution 'Google Threat Intelligence' going beyond traditional methods to streamline threat research, boost defences, and cut response times.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2024
Anniversaries remind us to review identity risks
Malware

Anniversaries remind us to review identity risks

World Password Day provides a timely reminder for ordinary citizens and organisations to stop and think about the risks associated with digital identities.

By Stan Black • 4 min read • Thu, 12th May 2022
From predator to high-risk vaccine: Sophos tracks WannaCry's evolution
Malware

From predator to high-risk vaccine: Sophos tracks WannaCry's evolution

An analysis of around 2,000 WannaCry samples from 2018 shows they were adapted to bypass the famous kill switch, but unable to encrypt data.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2019
Two years on: Have organisations learnt from WannaCry?
Malware

Two years on: Have organisations learnt from WannaCry?

This month marks a special anniversary – two years since one of the world's most destructive pieces of ransomware ever caused chaos.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2019
Legacy applications a 'healthcare cybersecurity nightmare'
Cybersecurity

Legacy applications a 'healthcare cybersecurity nightmare'

A new whitepaper launched today that sought to bring light to just how dire the cybersecurity situation with hospitals really is.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Feb 2019
Malwarebytes reveals APAC countries most targeted by malware
Malware

Malwarebytes reveals APAC countries most targeted by malware

The report identifies increases in backdoors, cryptocurrency miners, and the use of exploits against their endpoints.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jan 2019
NHS signs £150m cybersecurity deal with Microsoft – but is it enough?
Malware

NHS signs £150m cybersecurity deal with Microsoft – but is it enough?

Following the fiasco caused by the WannaCry ransomware attack nearly a year ago, NHS has bolstered its defences with a big investment.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd May 2018
Damning report finds despite WannaCry attack, NHS still not patching
Malware

Damning report finds despite WannaCry attack, NHS still not patching

A government report has emerged that reveals despite the 'major' ransomware attack a year ago, the UK's NHS STILL has not learned its lesson.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
The Internet of Broken Things? Seven key facts about IoT
Malware

The Internet of Broken Things? Seven key facts about IoT

While most ransomware attacks currently infiltrate an organisation via email, IoT presents a new delivery system for both mass and targeted attacks.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Wed, 11th Apr 2018
One year on, the WannaCry scare hasn't made healthcare security any better
Malware

One year on, the WannaCry scare hasn't made healthcare security any better

Connected hospitals can be exploited – and researchers believe that the WannaCry scare has only made matters worse.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Apr 2018
INTERVIEW: SolarWinds MSP security VP lays industry bare
Malware

INTERVIEW: SolarWinds MSP security VP lays industry bare

​Cybercrime is a business and the rising number of attacks is not a result of criminals getting smarter -most businesses just have poor cyber hygiene.

By Ashton Young • 5 min read • Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
Businesses are more aware of cybercrime but still not prepared
Partner Programmes

Businesses are more aware of cybercrime but still not prepared

Findings from a survey of senior security executives revealed the majority are aware of cybercrime's rise - but they're not ready.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Mar 2018

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