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Proofpoint achieves IRAP certification for email security
Data Protection

Proofpoint achieves IRAP certification for email security

Proofpoint has achieved IRAP certification for its email protection services, ensuring compliance with Australian government security standards amid rising cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
One in four Australian businesses impacted by deepfake incidents
Email Security

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
Are Australian businesses prepared for cyber threats?
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Are Australian businesses prepared for cyber threats?

With the end of the financial year nearing, Australian businesses are warned of rising cyber threats, including AI-driven attacks, tax scams and ransomware.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024

Global Stories

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Proofpoint unveils new security features
Ransomware

Proofpoint unveils new security features

Proofpoint unveiled significant platform enhancements, aiming to tackle a broad spectrum of cyber threats through adaptive, user-focused security measures.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Abnormal sees 350% uptick in phishing via file-sharing sites
Phishing

Abnormal sees 350% uptick in phishing via file-sharing sites

Abnormal Security's latest report reveals a staggering 350% surge in file-sharing phishing attacks exploiting trusted domains.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024
Size determines type & frequency of email threats to businesses
EduTech

Size determines type & frequency of email threats to businesses

New research from Barracuda shows larger firms face more lateral phishing threats, while smaller companies are hit harder by external phishing and extortion.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024
Report reveals how cyber attacks target organisations depending on size
Firewalls

Report reveals how cyber attacks target organisations depending on size

A new report from Barracuda reveals stark differences in cyber attack tactics, with larger firms facing 42% of lateral phishing threats compared to just 2% for smaller businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
Trend Micro enhances platform to combat AI-based deepfake fraud
Physical Security

Trend Micro enhances platform to combat AI-based deepfake fraud

Trend Micro has enhanced its platform to tackle AI-based deepfake fraud, addressing rising security threats as criminals increasingly adopt AI technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest
Firewalls

Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest

As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, Palo Alto Networks warns of heightened cybersecurity threats, urging enterprises to adopt robust security measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Cybersecurity fears rise ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics
Unified Communications

Cybersecurity fears rise ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics

As the 2024 Paris Olympics near, cybersecurity fears rise, with experts warning of imminent threats, including AI-driven DDoS attacks and hacktivism.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2024
Cybercriminals exploit URL protection to mask phishing attacks
Firewalls

Cybercriminals exploit URL protection to mask phishing attacks

Cybercriminals are leveraging legitimate URL protection services to disguise phishing attacks, targeting hundreds of companies, reports Barracuda Networks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
Criminals misuse URL protection to mask phishing attacks
Firewalls

Criminals misuse URL protection to mask phishing attacks

Barracuda Networks reveals cybercriminals are exploiting URL protection services to embed malicious code in phishing emails, deceiving recipients into clicking harmful links.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Getting the balance right between business innovation, security and AI
Ransomware

Getting the balance right between business innovation, security and AI

The rise of GenAI in business innovation, via tools like Microsoft Copilot, comes with an alarming spike in AI-powered cyberattacks, pushing security to its limits.

By Chris Fisher • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Barracuda Networks report shows rise in email cyber threats
Firewalls

Barracuda Networks report shows rise in email cyber threats

Barracuda Networks' Email Threats and Trends, Vol. 1 report reveals an alarming rise in sophisticated email-based cyber threats, driven by advancing AI, with BEC attacks now comprising over 10% of all social engineering threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Arctic Wolf enhances platform with identity threat detection
Semiconductors

Arctic Wolf enhances platform with identity threat detection

Arctic Wolf launches ITDR to its security operations platform to counter rising identity-based cyber threats, enhancing tools like Microsoft Defender and Okta.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Rise in ransomware accelerates cyber insurance adoption
Ransomware

Rise in ransomware accelerates cyber insurance adoption

Arctic Wolf's Cybersecurity Report reveals a rise in ransomware and Business Email Compromise attacks, pushing global firms towards increased cyber insurance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand AI cybersecurity reach
Endpoint Protection

Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand AI cybersecurity reach

Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand its AI-powered email cybersecurity services to the UAE, India, and Africa, addressing rising cyber threats in these regions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

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